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INVITATION: Jan. 12–14, MLK Civil and Human Rights Conference
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There’s simply nothing better than coming together with union members to strengthen the bond between the labor and civil rights movements. That’s why we’re thrilled to invite you to our Martin Luther King Jr. Civil and Human Rights Conference. We’ll be honoring Dr. King’s vision on the importance of collective action—at the voting booth, in the community and in the workplace.
Economy Gains 199,000 Jobs in November; Unemployment Down to 3.7%
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The U.S. economy gained 199,000 jobs in November, and the unemployment rate dropped to 3.7%, according to figures released Friday morning by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Conagra Maintenance Workers in Indiana Join UFCW Local 700
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Working people across the United States have stepped up to help out our friends, neighbors and communities during these trying times. In our Service & Solidarity Spotlight series, we'll showcase one of these stories every day. Here’s today’s story.
Service & Solidarity Spotlight: SAG-AFTRA Members Approve 2023 TV/Theatrical Contracts Agreement
![SAG-AFTRA members on strike prior to reaching the agreement.](/sites/default/files/2023-12/sag-aftra.jpg)
Working people across the United States have stepped up to help out our friends, neighbors and communities during these trying times. In our Service & Solidarity Spotlight series, we'll showcase one of these stories every day. Here’s today’s story.
Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Event: Rally on Dec. 12 to Demand Good Jobs for Federal Call Center Workers
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Working people across the United States have stepped up to help out our friends, neighbors and communities during these trying times. In our Service & Solidarity Spotlight series, we'll showcase one of these stories every day. Here’s today’s story.