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Economy Gains 559,000 Jobs in May; Unemployment Down to 5.8%
The U.S. economy gained 559,000 jobs in May, and the unemployment rate declined to 5.8%, according to figures released Friday morning by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Unions Are Essential to Racial Justice: The Working People Weekly List
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.
Civil Rights
Pride Month Profiles: Angela Hamby
For Pride Month, the AFL-CIO is spotlighting various LGBTQ Americans who have worked and continue to work at the intersection of civil and labor rights. Today's Pride Month profile is Angie Hamby.
Service + Solidarity Spotlight: Connecticut AFL-CIO: UConn Health Rally for Fair Wages and Treatment
Working people across the United States have stepped up to help out our friends, neighbors and communities during these trying times. In our regular Service + Solidarity Spotlight series, we’ll showcase one of these stories every day. Here’s today’s story.
Civil Rights
Pride Month Profiles: Dominic Trumfio
For Pride Month, the AFL-CIO is spotlighting various LGBTQ Americans who have worked and continue to work at the intersection of civil and labor rights. Today's Pride Month profile is Dominic Trumfio.