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Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Profiles: Lucela Watson

… Month this year, the AFL-CIO is spotlighting various Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders who have worked and continue to work at the intersection of civil and labor rights in the U.S. Today's profile is  Lucela Watson. … Lucela Watson is a porter … a member. Without a job, you cannot survive. My daughter is in the Philippines, and I am working on bringing her here to Las Vegas to be with me. But because I have a union job, I can support her in ways I couldn’t before. I have rights at …
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Pride Month Profiles: Alicia Mijares

… For Pride Month this year, the AFL-CIO is spotlighting various LGBTQ+ union members who have worked and continue to work at the intersection of civil and labor rights in the United States. Today's profile is Alicia Mijares of the …
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Statement of by AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka on Today’s Fast Food Strikes

… and labor councils who have joined today’s protests in solidarity. This nation was built on the fundamental beliefs that work should be a gateway to the middle class, and that no job should ever trap someone in poverty. That’s why the ‘Fight for Fifteen’ movement is … getting ever louder. It’s time for corporations to hear this resounding message: every worker deserves a fair wage and the right to form a union without retaliation. We support them.” Contact: Sean Savett (202) 637-5018 …
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Trumka to Ohio AFL-CIO Convention: You Can't Stop All of Us

… do for working people here in Ohio. Brothers and sisters, I am so grateful for the time and passion that each of you give to this movement every single day. I consider it an honor to fight alongside you. And, as long as my Nittany Lions beat the … exploitation is the cost of doing business. This is our time to reclaim America for the people who build it and make it work! Brothers and sisters, are you ready to fight? ARE YOU READY TO FIGHT? We won’t be silenced. We won’t be pushed around. … how cynical you are. Something is going on. Just look at Missouri. The state legislature tried to ram through a so-called “right to work” law. They tried to override the will of their constituents and strip working people of our economic rights. We …
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Black History Month Profiles: Celebrating a Pioneering Labor Leader in California, Doug Moore

… This post originally appeared on the Labor's Edge blog . In honor of Black History Month, we wanted to spotlight one of California's most forward-thinking labor leaders, Doug Moore. Moore is the executive director of United … in a leadership position at the time? A: I was working for the phone company. I was young, around 25, and I really took work for granted. I said to myself, I’ll only be here for a couple of years and then I’ll be out of here. That all changed … catch up. You can never catch up with technology. Technology doesn’t wait on you. I think there’s also a change happening right now for young workers. There are so many different movements out there that labor should be more engaged in that we’re …
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Resolution 10: Safe Jobs in a Changing World

… the safety and health of workers is among the union movement’s most important priorities. Safe jobs are critical to preserving and improving our quality of life. Our goals have been and must continue to be the greatest possible … local trade unionists with the knowledge and tools not only to address hazards, but through their safety and health work to help build stronger unions. But much work remains to be done. Last year 5,915 workers died as a result of workplace … been pushed aside. At MSHA, the implementation of the long-overdue hazard communication standard to provide miners the right to know about toxic chemicals has been blocked in response to opposition from mine industry interests. Despite these …
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Election 2016: The Year of Women Voters

… Women have the power to be the difference in this election cycle. A deeper look into races on the federal and state levels show women as a pivotal … traditionally dubbed as women’s issues, in fact, are everyone’s issues. If a woman is not earning equal pay for equal work as a man, then her whole family is losing out on fair pay. If maternity leave is not paid and paternity leave isn’t even … to women are everyone’s issues. During the survey taken of the nearly 200 woman participants in the tele-town hall, "right to work" was ranked as the most important issue to them. Right to work reduces pay by $6,000 per person in a comparison …
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Global Labor Unions and Federations

… a worldwide union network that represents 207 million workers in 163 countries and territories. ITUC’s primary mission is to promote and defend workers’ rights through international cooperation between trade unions, global campaigning and advocacy … workers from some 150 countries. Its mission is to promote respect for trade union and human rights worldwide, to work for peace based on social justice and economic progress, to help its affiliated unions defend member interests, and to … world—skills and services. Its charge is to ensure these jobs are decent and workers’ rights are protected, including the right to join a union and engage in collective bargaining. Trade Union Advisory Committee The Trade Union Advisory Committee …
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New COVID-19 Protections In Las Vegas: Worker Wins

… by Culinary Workers Union Local 226 and Bartenders Union Local 165 successfully negotiated new protections in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The new agreement will provide more than 36,000 workers with extended health benefits, paid time off for quarantines and other protections. “Behind every worker is a family, and we are proud to have partnered with MGM Resorts and Caesars Entertainment during this difficult time to ensure workers are protected … by the Communications Workers of America (CWA). Meow Wolf Writer Bill Rogers said: "Once we're recognized, we will work with the company to negotiate a contract that represents the well-being of all workers in Meow Wolf. We believe this …
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Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Yanashita: Why Julie Su’s Nomination as Secretary of Labor Matters to Asian-Pacific Americans and Beyond

… 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 … Here’s today’s story. … Arizona AFL-CIO Executive Director Fred Yamashita wrote the following about Julie Su's nomination to be U.S, Labor Secretary: “As an Asian-Pacific American, I’m filled with pride to support Julie Su as Secretary of Labor. … receive the basic labor protections we are entitled to. We are urging our Senators to confirm her appointment and work towards creating a fair and just workplace for all.” Read the full op-ed. …