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March on Washington 60th Anniversary

… 60th anniversary of the March on Washington. As laid out by civil rights organizers, this will be “a continuation of our work, not a celebration.” We’ll be honoring organizers’ vision by taking collective action to end systemic injustice, protect our rights at the voting booth, and uphold our collective values of freedom, equality and …
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Addressing Sexual Harassment in the Workplace: There Is Power in my Union

… protects officers and staff from harassment, including sexual harassment. The code of conduct provides similar protection to any nonofficer or staff member who attends one of our events: an activity, event or meeting convened by any federation … of women who experienced harassment changed jobs within two years, with many choosing to enter an entirely new field of work.  Capturing a complete picture of sexual harassment and gender-based violence at work is incredibly difficult, as only a … to openly discuss, identify and address sexual harassment in the workplace, and help workers defend their fundamental right to be free from discrimination. Through education, support and effective representation, unions can help end the …
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How the PRO Act Would’ve Changed the Amazon Organizing Landscape

… Heroic Amazon workers in Bessemer, Alabama, came together to claim their right to form a union, but antiquated federal labor law and a virulently anti-union company stood in their … benefit from broad and accessible union membership. Organizing a union should not be trial by combat. The Protecting the Right to Organize (PRO) Act will make it easier for working people to organize if we so choose.  Here’s how the campaign …
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The PRO Act and the ABC Test

… PRO Act create new requirements for employers under other laws? … Is the ABC test new? … Does the ABC test require workers to join a union? … With the ABC test, will employers be required to give workers raises or new benefits that some businesses … come together to form a union and negotiate for better working conditions under the NLRA. It’s simple. The Protecting the Right to Organize (PRO) Act’s ABC test provides a clear and fair method for ensuring that employees receive the NLRA’s … employer recognize the union, and a majority of the employees must support the effort to form a union. Protecting the right of workers to form or join a union does not require workers to do so. … No. The ABC employee status test is just that—a …
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Parole in Place for Spouses and Children of U.S. Citizens

… What is Parole in Place? This recently-announced Parole in Place (PIP) process allows eligible individuals to stay in the United States temporarily while they apply for permanent residence through their family relationships. PIP provides people with an opportunity to apply for work authorization, temporary protection from deportation and a Social Security number while they wait for their permanent …
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Paywatch - 2020

… 2019, CEOs of S&P 500 companies received, on average, $14.8 million in total compensation. The average S&P 500 company CEO-to-worker pay ratio was 264-to-1. The imbalance in our economy between the pay of CEOs and working people continues to be a … CEOs as the stock market recovered.     … Build Back Better with Unions Outdated labor laws have hampered our fundamental right to join together and negotiate for better wages, benefits and working conditions. The Protecting the Right to Organize Act will empower America’s workers and make our economy work for working people. Call Your Senator Today …   Terms and Data Sources | Contact the Press Office …
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2022: Year in Review

… Players Association (NWSLPA) President Meghann Burke Announcing the AFL-CIO Sports Council … Year in Review As 2022 comes to an end, it’s a time to reflect on the work of our movement and our many accomplishments. We are in a unique moment – workers are rising up together to send a clear … and harassment. This critical funding will help ensure that the NLRB can do its job by protecting workers’ fundamental right to form or join a union.   … First Step to Union Jobs in Offshore Wind  In May, North America’s Building Trades Unions …
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Executive Paywatch 2023

… AI-Fueled CEO Pay CEOs are rushing to incorporate artificial intelligence (AI) into their businesses. Worker wages are falling behind inflation. CEO-to-worker … inequality if CEOs and wealthy corporations have the final say. This moment presents a clear choice for our society. Right now, employers are deploying increasingly sophisticated AI-enhanced technologies without workers’ consent to monitor … rights and our futures, workers must lead the way. Whether AI is used to empower working people or is used to dehumanize work is a choice. By coming together in unions, we can negotiate for how AI will be used. The AI future will be here soon as …
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Workers First Agenda Moves Forward

… has signed the Inflation Reduction Act into law, a big victory for working families. This law provides much-needed help to millions of workers at a time when families are struggling due to rising costs.  Here’s how it helps:  Lowering Health … while transforming our economy to meet the climate crisis. Building Momentum This is a momentous step forward, but more work remains. The AFL-CIO will continue organizing to update outdated labor laws through the passage of the Protecting the Right to Organize  (PRO) Act , pushing to lower costs for working families, especially women and workers of color, and …