Frank Emspak (June 21, 1943–June 14, 2024) made countless contributions to the labor and civil rights movements, and the struggle for world peace. He followed in his father's footsteps. Julius Emspak (1906–1962) was the leading figure in the dramatic rise of the United Electric Workers (UE) during the 1930s and 1940s. His mother, Stella Abrams, was a labor activist who become office manager and secretary to Julius, who was leading a dramatically rising UE.

For Pride Month this year, the AFL-CIO is spotlighting various LGBTQ+ workers who have worked and continue to work at the intersection of civil and labor rights in the United States. Today's profile is Dawnya Ferdinandsen of the International Union, United Automobile, Aerospace and Agricultural Implement Workers of America (UAW).

For Pride Month this year, the AFL-CIO is spotlighting various LGBTQ+ workers who have worked and continue to work at the intersection of civil and labor rights in the United States. Today's profile is Chris Murray of UNITE HERE.

For Pride Month this year, the AFL-CIO is spotlighting various LGBTQ+ workers who have worked and continue to work at the intersection of civil and labor rights in the United States. Today's profile is O’Sha Stegall of the Transport Workers Union of America (TWU).

Every week, we bring you a roundup of the top news and commentary about issues and events important to working families. Here’s the latest edition of the Working People Weekly List.