Executive Council Statement
Approving a Permanent Charter for Working America
… Executive Council approved and embraced the creation of Working America, a community affiliate of the AFL-CIO, in order to provide a vehicle for workers who do not enjoy the benefits of union representation at work to join the AFL-CIO as associate members and participate in the labor movement’s policy and electoral advocacy on behalf … is clear. Working families need a strong collective voice to fight for good jobs, health care, pension security, and the right to organize. Working America gives voice to millions of hard-working Americans who want to participate in these public …