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Shuler: Pennsylvania Labor Is Bringing Us Together

… AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler delivered the following remarks as prepared to the Pennsylvania AFL-CIO 45th Constitutional Convention: Hello, union family! I’m so happy to be with you all. Rick … members on the front lines and fighting for the protections they needed. Thank you for your commitment and passion for our work. I know how challenging it can be to put on a convention but you’re making it look easy. And I want to thank the … voters do. And Pennsylvania voted in record numbers—and that kind of democratic participation is a strength and the right to a free and fair election shouldn’t be undermined. Rick, it has been an honor to work with you. Thank you for leading …
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Trumka on 2016 Presidential Race: Our Standard is "Raising Wages"

… Thank you, Liz [Shuler], for your words of introduction. Before I get into the main substance of my remarks, I want to acknowledge Workers Memorial Day. Today, we remember the 150 men and women who die every day from a workplace injury or … Wages is grounded in a fundamental idea—that we can become a high-wage society, a society in which the people who do the work share in the wealth we create. That idea faces a political landscape characterized by two powerful forces: one, there is … and families are tired of taking “maybe” for an answer. We’re tired of scared politicians who won’t stand up for what’s right. Listen to this: About one-third—30%—of working class voters after the last election said they couldn’t see any …
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EFI and AFL-CIO Unveil Partnership for a Modernized Energy System

… Organizations (AFL-CIO) announced on the 50th Earth Day the creation of the Labor Energy Partnership (LEP), a joint effort to develop a framework for the 21st Century energy system that creates and preserves quality jobs while addressing the … the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of EFI, who served as the 13th U.S. Secretary of Energy from 2013-2017. The LEP, to be jointly staffed by EFI and the AFL-CIO, is based on a shared commitment to highquality jobs, social equity, and workers’ rights. It will focus its work on a series of critical policy analyses that will provide practical, achievable solutions to the technological, social, …
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Labor Energy Partnership Publishes White Papers on Building a Domestic Union-Made Offshore Wind Supply Chain

… authors, these white papers will engage business leaders, government officials, and labor and community organizations to ensure working people benefit from this emerging industry.  “This moment is our opportunity to meet our climate goals and economic goals at the same time. And part of that includes making sure that the jobs in the … the quality jobs and economic engine that will come with it—but only if developers, labor, manufacturers and policymakers work together to address obstacles that will otherwise slow our progress. Our workshop was an exceptional down payment on …
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Where Are We Going Politically?

… Donald Trump’s first few disorienting months leave many people wondering what governing looks like anymore. It’s time to look away from the political spectacle and take a deep breath. Consider two opposing value statements. … 'We All Do Better' Value Statement The purpose of our economy is to raise our standard of living. Here, “standard” applies to our community and our country. We value opportunity and fairness, stronger communities, shared prosperity and investment in the future. All work has dignity. We are each other’s co-workers, neighbors, friends, relatives and customers. We all do better when we all …
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No Joke: Worker Wins

… Staff Approve New Contract : The creative staff at The Onion, which includes various other related publications, voted to approve a new contract. Nearly 70 employees are covered by the two-year contract. The Onion Inc. Union, affiliated with the Writers Guild of America, East, wrote: "We’re elated to have reached a first union contract for the members at Onion Inc. In addition to the gains made in our contract, we … Law360 Editorial Staffers Unanimously Approve First Contract : After a two-year battle, members of The NewsGuild-CWA who work as editorial staff at LexisNexis-owned Law360, a legal news site, unanimously approved their first contract. The …
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West Virginia: When We Fight Together, We Win Together

… care costs in the Mountain State. … The victory for teachers and public employees in West Virginia is a true testament to their activism and an important reminder of the power of working people to improve the lives of everyone. Whether it is … next generation. National AFT President Randi Weingarten said: West Virginia has a long history of labor activism—where right often met might. Today, right beat might in the truest tradition of Mother Jones. That victory is a testament to the … Helton (@MsHeltonReads) March 1, 2018   For those who still think our teachers don’t care, this was sent to me during the work stoppage. Just another example of the selflessness and dedication our teachers put in. Thank you Mrs. Loughman and all …
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It's Better in a Union: In the States Roundup

… It's time once again to take a look at the ways working people are making progress in the states. Click on any of the links to follow the state … Expansion project. Attendees were able to meet members from a variety of unions, ask questions and see them in action at work on active construction site. pic.twitter.com/eywEuYVkrO — Illinois AFL-CIO (@ILAFLCIO) January 8, 2024 Indiana State … pic.twitter.com/N26kPE3kb8 — Nevada State AFL-CIO // Pass the #PROAct (@NVAFLCIO) January 5, 2024 New Hampshire AFL-CIO: “Right-to-Work” (HB 1377) is back. The first public hearing is on 1/10 @ 3:00 PM. Please stand in #Solidarity with NH working …
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Solidarity Is What Makes the Labor Movement Run: In the States Roundup

… It's time once again to take a look at the ways working people are making progress in the states. Click on any of the links to follow the state … @MaggieG603 to represent NH’s 2nd District. Maggie will fight for workers, here in NH, + across the country.  We will work together to create good paying union jobs, expand workers’ rights, + build an economy that works for everyone! … — NC State AFL-CIO // #CountMeIn (@NCStateAFLCIO) October 3, 2024 Ohio AFL-CIO: Meanwhile, her opponent supported a Right to Work law on the Ohio House of Representatives. @RepMarcyKaptur is the real deal and a #UnionStrong OG! …
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Trumka to Machinists Transportation Conference: It Is High Time We Take Our Country Back

… Good afternoon. Thank you, Brother Sito [Pantoja] for your kind words of introduction. I am proud to work closely with you, and President Martinez and the entire Machinists Union to build a stronger and fairer America. During … issue of infrastructure. I’m glad President Trump proposed a $1 trillion investment in our roads and bridges. This is the right scale to be talking about, and the labor movement is ready to help turn proposals into shovel-ready projects with the …