Service + Solidarity Spotlight: IAM Releases Latest ‘Broken Promises’ Video
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 series, we’ll showcase one of these stories every day. Here’s today’s story.
In July 2019, Ingersoll Rand shut down its manufacturing plant in Cheektowaga, New York, affecting more than 300 members of Machinists (IAM) Local 330. In the latest “Broken Promises” video from IAM, the union shows how President Trump has failed to keep manufacturing jobs in the United States. Ingersoll Rand outsourced some of its production capability to its Italian facility and continued existing production in its facility in Wujiang, China. “The new facility in China hasn’t built a machine yet that was able to pass through the tests,” said Local 330 Chief Steward Frederick Fineour. “Until they do that, they’ll continue to struggle.” This plant is one of dozens of IAM-represented factories that have closed during the Trump administration.
Kenneth Quinnell Wed, 10/28/2020 - 09:17Tags: COVID-19, Community Service
Service + Solidarity Spotlight: Tradeswomen Lean In to Support Each Other
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 series, we’ll showcase one of these stories every day. Here’s today’s story.
Following a successful Tradeswomen Build Nations conference earlier this month, North America's Building Trades Unions (NABTU), its affiliates and Lean In have joined together to launch a virtual, structured mentorship program made for tradeswomen, by tradeswomen. “It’s important that tradeswomen have a space to talk about their experiences and to help each other,” said Aurora Bihler, a member of the Ironworkers. “I wanted to be a part of this program so that women all over can have this support system in place with researched advice and solutions that are specific to our unique careers.”
Kenneth Quinnell Tue, 10/27/2020 - 09:50Tags: COVID-19, Community Service
Labor Radio Podcast Network Launches Interactive Network Map
To highlight the geographic reach of more than 70 members in four countries, the Labor Radio Network has created an interactive map.
Launched in 2019, the Labor Radio Podcast Network focuses on working-class issues that are often overlooked in the corporate-controlled media. The goal of the network is to help raise the voices of working people and strengthen organized labor to demand and achieve better treatment from workplaces and elected officials.
If you are a journalist interested in learning more, or if you’re a labor radio or podcast producer and want to join the network, contact us at info@laborradionetwork.org.
Visit the Labor Radio Podcast Network.
Kenneth Quinnell Mon, 10/26/2020 - 14:04Tags: Podcast
Service + Solidarity Spotlight: IFPTE Backs Members Running in Kansas
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 series, we’ll showcase one of these stories every day. Here’s today’s story.
The International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers (IFPTE) is throwing its support behind three of its own members running in Kansas: Matthew Joyce and Derek Milligan are running for the state House and Charity Kennedy is a candidate for Sedgwick County treasurer. Earlier this month, IFPTE sent out a series of mailers in support of the three members of the Society of Professional Engineering Employees in Aerospace/IFPTE (SPEEA/IFPTE) Local 2001. The mailers, which were sent to nearly 2,700 members living in Kansas, highlighted not only the fact that fellow IFPTE members were seeking office, but that they would be strong voices for the rights of workers to collectively bargain. IFPTE International President Paul Shearon commented that, “IFPTE is a strong proponent of union members running for elected office, as they are the ones who become the strongest advocates for workers and unions in office. IFPTE is proud that Matthew, Charity and Derek are taking this step to run and are happy to support them.”
Kenneth Quinnell Mon, 10/26/2020 - 09:32Tags: COVID-19, Community Service
Workers' Rights Are on the Ballot: 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 federations on Twitter.
Alaska AFL-CIO:
Austin Quinn-Davidson, we know that you will fulfill your duties as mayor with integrity. Thank you for taking on this challenge when Anchorage needs you the most.#ancassembly pic.twitter.com/TCx6EglP4t
— Alaska AFL-CIO (@AKAFLCIO) October 17, 2020California Labor Federation:
“California voters must vote NO on Proposition 22, and say yes to a future with universal rights and good jobs for Black workers and for every worker in the state.” — Must read from @votingwhileblk @rashadrobinson & @NelpNews @RebeccaDNELP: https://t.co/t3gx09P2hH #NoOnProp22
— NO on Prop 22 (California Labor Federation) (@CaliforniaLabor) October 23, 2020Florida AFL-CIO:
“If this initiative passes, only well-funded special interests will be able to afford to make changes to our Constitution, thus subverting the entire intent of the citizen initiative process, which is to give the people an independent voice.”https://t.co/iqQcSRqIsu
— Florida AFL-CIO (@FLAFLCIO) October 23, 2020Georgia State AFL-CIO:
In the last month, we’ve made over 53,200 calls to our union family members in Georgia to turn out the #Labor2020 vote! ? Want to volunteer? Comment below and we’ll reach out. #1u #georgiaunions #gaaflcio pic.twitter.com/FAa6bEpUT5
— Georgia AFL-CIO (@AFLCIOGeorgia) October 19, 2020Indiana State AFL-CIO:
The Trump administration’s failure to invoke the Defense Production Act to make PPE was a stunning act of nonfeasance.
And working people paid the price. https://t.co/N99zBrbzUv
Iowa Federation of Labor:
— Iowa AFL-CIO (@IowaAFLCIO) October 23, 2020Maine AFL-CIO:
Another working class Mainer for @SaraGideon #mepolitics #Labor2020 #1u pic.twitter.com/TPVojczJ9B
— Maine AFL-CIO (@MEAFLCIO) October 23, 2020Maryland State and D.C. AFL-CIO:
Are you a union member? Do you want to help union endorsed candidates win on November 3rd? Sign up now: https://t.co/RzC5ff0m37
— Maryland State and DC AFL-CIO (@MDDCStateFed) October 21, 2020Massachusetts AFL-CIO:
Vote for the Massachusetts AFL-CIO endorsed candidates for the State House of Representatives. We need these champions fighting for working people on Beacon Hill! pic.twitter.com/tUw4iqiW77
— Massachusetts AFL-CIO (@massaflcio) October 21, 2020Michigan State AFL-CIO:
Thanks for always supporting workers and for doing your part to flip the House! https://t.co/5zJXSE8H7U
— Michigan AFL-CIO ? (@MIAFLCIO) October 18, 2020Minnesota AFL-CIO:
Great to see @GovTimWalz sign the local jobs & projects bill & supplemental budget today at @TheIronworkers 512! #1u #mnleg #OneMinnesota pic.twitter.com/5Eu5RG6Nec
— Minnesota AFL-CIO (@MNAFLCIO) October 21, 2020Missouri AFL-CIO:
?? There is so much we can do if we choose to take on problems and not each other. And choose a President who brings out our best. Joe Biden doesn't need everyone in this country to always agree. Just to agree we all love this country. Vote Biden/Harris! pic.twitter.com/HgXepWCaBx
— Missouri AFL-CIO (@MOAFLCIO) October 23, 2020Montana State AFL-CIO:
Visit https://t.co/7n5V9j3fz6 to see all of our endorsed candidates! #voteunion #unionstrong #mtpol #VOTE pic.twitter.com/mlpSMje6Em
— Montana AFL-CIO (@MTaflcio) October 13, 2020Nevada State AFL-CIO:
She will defend our right to collective bargain for better wages, safety, & healthcare. @KristeeWatson will improve our schools & has been working with a nonprofit to improve literacy in NV. She has financial sector & business experience that we need to lead Nevada to recovery! pic.twitter.com/dkoxv5w8le
— Nevada State AFL-CIO (@NVAFLCIO) October 17, 2020New Hampshire AFL-CIO:
It must be nice to have a governor who takes infrastructure seriously. @DanFeltesNH https://t.co/1sV1Bb5a7R
— NewHampshire AFL-CIO (@NHAFLCIO) October 22, 2020New Jersey State AFL-CIO:
— New Jersey AFL-CIO (@NJAFLCIO) October 23, 2020New York State AFL-CIO:
New York’s Labor Movement Stands with the #UnionStrong Hardworking Members of the Transport Workers and Machinist Unions Against a Cynical Raid Attempt by Rogue Labor Group @transportworker @MachinistsUnion https://t.co/uJ2Nw68UmV
— NYSAFLCIO (@NYSAFLCIO) October 23, 2020North Carolina State AFL-CIO:
This thread can be read here: https://t.co/uIhwVJK8qm
— NC State AFL-CIO (@NCStateAFLCIO) October 22, 2020Ohio AFL-CIO:
Greed is an ugly thing. https://t.co/ZQKzbHT14V
— Ohio AFL-CIO (@ohioaflcio) October 22, 2020Oklahoma State AFL-CIO:
OKC's Public Transit is Free on Election Day, November 3rd.
The free fares include EMBARK, OKC Streetcar, and Zone 1 ADA Paratransit.
You may visit https://t.co/4GfFWpxKHO or https://t.co/1iB8VtcsXE for more details.
Oregon AFL-CIO:
"This election cycle needs that strength and attention from our movement to win for working families, perhaps more than ever... the choices working people make on Election Day will impact the direction of our nation..." -@graham_oregon via @nwlaborpress https://t.co/vvBAnk7aTx
— Oregon AFL-CIO (@OregonAFLCIO) October 22, 2020Pennsylvania AFL-CIO:
We proudly stand with our @PFTLocal3 sisters and brothers as they fight to keep students educators and staff safe on the job. We’re with you always. #FairContractNow @AFTPA @AFTunion https://t.co/mzrewXV927
— PA AFL-CIO (@PaAFL_CIO) October 20, 2020Rhode Island AFL-CIO:
Central Coventry firefighters sue, claiming district stiffed them on overtime https://t.co/h3ieZBeeWW via @projo @IAFFLocal3372 #1U #Unions #UnionStrong #UnionYes #Solidarity #Firefighters
— Rhode Island AFL-CIO (@riaflcio) October 23, 2020Tennessee AFL-CIO Labor Council:
On the ballot this fall: nothing less than safe jobs, economic security and freedom from systemic racism. Are you ready to protect your vote? Do you have a plan? https://t.co/jZGhbcVvdK
— Tennessee AFL-CIO (@tnaflcio) October 23, 2020Texas AFL-CIO:
Labor LIVE at 5! https://t.co/suwyzA0rTu
— Texas AFL-CIO (@TexasAFLCIO) October 19, 2020Washington State Labor Council:
Please share this information as widely as possible. Also, bilingual English/Spanish Hotline Volunteers are needed to help people apply! #Immigrant #EssentialWorkers #COVID19 https://t.co/XTGZqK8dJV
— Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO (@WAAFLCIO) October 21, 2020West Virginia AFL-CIO:
Ben Salango has always been clear on his opposition of Right to Work - one of many reasons why we want him to be our next governor !! #wvpol https://t.co/Z56rMgDpyp
— West Virginia AFLCIO (@WestVirginiaAFL) October 20, 2020Wisconsin State AFL-CIO:
OSHA Criticized for Lax Regulation of Meatpacking in Pandemic https://t.co/EReuGGAZhb
— WI AFL-CIO (@wisaflcio) October 23, 2020 Kenneth Quinnell Fri, 10/23/2020 - 11:52Tags: COVID-19, Community Service
Service + Solidarity Spotlight: Alliance for Retired Americans and NFLPA Team Up to Educate Older Pennsylvania Voters about Voting in 2020
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 series, we’ll showcase one of these stories every day. Here’s today’s story.
The NFL Players Association (NFLPA) Former Players Services Department and the Alliance for Retired Americans released a public service announcement (PSA) on Tuesday to encourage all Pennsylvania seniors to vote and ensure they are aware of how to cast a ballot by mail. This year’s elections mark the first time that any Pennsylvania voter can get a mail ballot. The PSA features Robin Cole, vice president of the NFLPA Former Players Pittsburgh chapter and retired linebacker who won two Super Bowl championships with the Pittsburgh Steelers football team in 1979 and 1980; his wife, Judith Cole; and Harriet Ellenberger, a member of the Pennsylvania Alliance. “Everyone needs to make a plan to vote this year,” Cole said. “I usually vote at the church, but this year Judith and I are going to vote by mail.”
Kenneth Quinnell Fri, 10/23/2020 - 09:20Tags: COVID-19, Community Service
Service + Solidarity Spotlight: Black Training Leaders in the Bricklayers Discuss How to Support People of Color in Your Union
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 series, we’ll showcase one of these stories every day. Here’s today’s story.
Kay Whigan (BAC) stands 6 feet, 3 inches tall and carries a deep and booming voice. A welding instructor at the John J. Flynn Bricklayers (BAC)/IMI International Training Center in Maryland, he admits that one of his biggest fears about becoming an instructor was how his students would perceive him. As a Black man who grew up in Alabama, Whigan said he is no stranger to racism. So as an instructor, he worried that his appearance might be intimidating. “I wasn’t sure I wanted to take the job,” said Whigan, who said he was tapped some years ago for a foreman role. “They told me I’d be good at it because of how I carry myself and how I treat people. When I’m working with someone—whether it’s a student in the shop or a worker on the job—I want them to feel nourished and uplifted. We need to make a point to lend one another a helping hand.” Click here to read more about what Black training leaders are doing to build a more diverse and inclusive union.
Kenneth Quinnell Thu, 10/22/2020 - 09:37Tags: Community Service, COVID-19
#ReliefNow: What Working People Are Doing This Week
Welcome to our regular feature, a look at what the various AFL-CIO unions and other working family organizations are doing across the country and beyond. The labor movement is big and active—here's a look at the broad range of activities we're engaged in this week.
Actors' Equity:
ICYMI - @TheActorsFund can provide emergency financial assistance to help performing arts and entertainment professionals impacted by the California Wildfires or Hurricane Laura. To apply, visithttps://t.co/J5JH3ZClGu
— Actors' Equity (@ActorsEquity) October 20, 2020AFGE:
In a new op-ed in @TheHill, AFGE National President Everett Kelley, the head of the largest union representing federal and D.C. government employees, says American government must change leadership in November to restore trust, fight pandemic: https://t.co/SlCqkzNRkB
— AFGE (@AFGENational) October 20, 2020AFSCME:
“This is a clear attempt to harm workers and take away their power at the bargaining table. These kinds of anti-union, anti-worker policies only serve to hurt the people who keep this city and this country moving forward.” – Andrew Washington, AFSCME DC 20 https://t.co/R05b4H7vFc
— AFSCME (@AFSCME) October 20, 2020Air Line Pilots Association:
Closing Ranks: How ALPA Pilots are Helping Their Own https://t.co/hJg1cU8bjC pic.twitter.com/oBtcqBPUl7
— ALPA (@WeAreALPA) October 21, 2020Alliance for Retired Americans:
The SSA confirms that Donald Trump’s promise to permanently “terminate” Social Security’s funding would destroy it by 2023.
Social Security is on the ballot—& a vote for Joe Biden is a vote to protect & expand it.
Sign here to stop Trump's plan: https://t.co/S0WWOA3ndH pic.twitter.com/8O8FLm2rLt
Amalgamated Transit Union:
Good news out of Toronto, now we need the #TTC to deal with overcrowding issue to ensure the safety of workers and riders.” https://t.co/1EhK83SsHp #Labour
— ATU, Transit Union (@ATUComm) October 21, 2020American Federation of Musicians:
Thank you @StephenAtHome for supporting nearly 6,000 musicians who perform every year on network TV!#RespectUs #tvmusicians deserve a fair deal! @ABCNetwork @CBS @nbc https://t.co/OfjpdWzAFu
— AFM (@The_AFM) October 21, 2020American Federation of Teachers:
For the price of a meal at a fast food restaurant, Cleveland could invest millions into the public schools and build on years of academic progress. @rweingarten & @CTU279 talked to voters about why they should vote YES on Issue 68. #AFTvotes pic.twitter.com/uqrvfdBxWT
— AFT (@AFTunion) October 21, 2020American Postal Workers Union:
“We all must watch for violations and insist the contract be enforced. Grievances must continue to be filed and postal management, including the PMG, must be held accountable!” – DIR Vance Zimmerman https://t.co/X6QVtNdR82
— APWU National (@APWUnational) October 19, 2020Asian Pacific American Labor Alliance:
"A points-based visa system would discriminate against poor and working-class families and decimate opportunities for immigrants in the U.S. to reunite with their families.
These are the same poor and working immigrants who are America’s essential workers." @johanna_hester <3 https://t.co/7jDleyTigH
Association of Flight Attendants-CWA:
AFA, APFA, TWU 556 Flight Attendants & CWA members outside Representative Barbara Lee's office in the Bay Area yesterday demanding Congress extend the Payroll Support Program.
Sign up or host a #ReliefNow Event: https://t.co/z2njhTTovr#ExtendPSP #EveryDayCounts pic.twitter.com/GIo7kBcfQw
Boilermakers:
Our partners at @TSSAunion have a great "Going Beyond" program. Register to attend this important discussion on neurodiversity, and be part of the solution for better working and understanding together. https://t.co/x8IsYJ3OLq
— Boilermakers Union (@boilermakernews) October 20, 2020Bricklayers:
BAC Wisconsin ADC are standing up against the fat cats at Zirbel Masonry ✊ #Solidarity pic.twitter.com/fM7G9uFEkf
— Bricklayers Union (@IUBAC) October 19, 2020Coalition of Black Trade Unionists:
There are no “undecided” voters in our families. Do your part: get your people to vote -your brother, or nephew, or niece or play sister. This poster, “Activist in Black,” is the sequel to “Activist in Red.” Same message, but like this ugly election, in black & white. #justevote pic.twitter.com/hBKp8Ubvua
— CBTU (@CBTU72) October 14, 2020Coalition of Labor Union Women:
Get a head start by texting ORGANIZE to 22422, downloading OutVote, and watching the training video. Learn more about our text-a-thon here: https://t.co/e9Hw9dOKQQ pic.twitter.com/V518Q1kOZi
— CLUW National (@CLUWNational) October 17, 2020Communications Workers of America:
It's time to elect a pro-labor senator for Maine!
That's why we endorsed Sara Gideon. Make a plan to vote: https://t.co/gYe5nDDvWa #CWAVotes #CWAStrong pic.twitter.com/VpaFkcp3J5
Department for Professional Employees:
"The new influx of energy in the progressive labor movement is coming from people in their 20s and 30s; they’re young, with multiple jobs and workplaces ahead of them. You can bet they’ll try to organize wherever they end up working next." #1u https://t.co/q2yp2p9Wun
— Department for Professional Employees (@DPEaflcio) October 20, 2020Electrical Workers:
How has the #IBEW changed your life? pic.twitter.com/KN1MtrRRdQ
— IBEW (@IBEW) October 20, 2020Farm Labor Organizing Committee:
FLOC supporters, we have two URGENT actions this week in response to the growing corruption in the H2A program perpetrated by H2A Labor Contractors with the full support of the US Dept. of Labor and the corporate giants that control the agricultural industry. 1/ pic.twitter.com/8jigKv2zFc
— Farm Labor Organizing Committee (@SupportFLOC) October 19, 2020Fire Fighters:
#IAFF Pink T-Shirt Contest for Breast Cancer Awareness Now Accepting Submissionshttps://t.co/kqKA2km6oR
— IAFF (@IAFFNewsDesk) October 21, 2020Heat and Frost Insulators:
Our members are at the forefront of an increased focus on the importance of properly installing Firestopping materials through standardized and proper design, installation, inspection and maintenance. https://t.co/46VGA7p2OL
— Insulators Union ? (@InsulatorsUnion) October 20, 2020Ironworkers:
Food insecurity has long been a problem in BC and it has only been exacerbated by COVID-19. The Iron Workers Local 97 and some of its contractors made donations to Food Banks in BC. #foodsecurity #givingbacktothecommunityhttps://t.co/bHCBYUmZdN
— Ironworkers. (@TheIronworkers) October 20, 2020Jobs With Justice:
California's #Prop22 was written by @Uber + @lyft lobbyists to legally deny drivers benefits and inflate their own profits.
CA voters should take #Prop22 and throw it in the ?#NoOnProp22 pic.twitter.com/xcYQYq8xPS
Labor Council for Latin American Advancement:
Recovery for Latino and immigrant communities starts with ensuring equal pay today!
Click on the link to register! ✍?https://t.co/GoZZEEw4vs
#LatinaEqualPay #Trabajadoras #OwnYourPower2020
Laborers:
I’m a LOUD, PROUD & VOTING #LIUNA member #LIUNAVotes2020 #LIUNAForBiden #1U pic.twitter.com/OsFeurVBJ0
— LIUNA (@LIUNA) October 20, 2020Machinists:
Nearly 250 IAM Local 1580 members are wondering what happened to the president's promise to put U.S. workers before corporate greed. pic.twitter.com/9yQRYJjJNN
— Machinists Union ✈️?? (@MachinistsUnion) October 20, 2020Metal Trades Department:
Labor Movement Helping Families Impacted By Hurricane Delta | AFL-CIO https://t.co/zMcYVlO36B
— Metal Trades Dept. (@metaltradesafl) October 12, 2020Musical Artists:
Our monthly newsletter was sent to membership on Friday. Didn't get it? Make sure we have your most up-to-date email on file by emailing communications@musicalartists.org. AGMA sends emails regularly to members in good standing, and we don't want you to miss any important updates pic.twitter.com/F4YF66hEOB
— AGMA (@AGMusicalArtist) October 12, 2020National Air Traffic Controllers Association:
Pensacola TRACON (P31) member Marcus Troyer joined in a search and rescue effort of a crashed Cessna 172 Skyhawk that was anything but ordinary and showcased the essential nature of his profession. #ArchieLeague https://t.co/ot2z11xXtk pic.twitter.com/AJ7dUpLTvt
— NATCA (@NATCA) October 21, 2020National Association of Broadcast Employees and Technicians-CWA:
ABC-DISNEY UPDATEhttps://t.co/OtDHABlYIh#NABET
— NABET-CWA (@NABETCWA) October 20, 2020National Association of Letter Carriers:
Join Kevin Hart & his celebrity friends on Oct. 24 for the MDA Telethon! See how your donation helps affect the lives of those with neuromuscular diseases.
Help us reach our pre-telethon goal of $30K before Oct. 24. Make an impact by donating today: https://t.co/cYT8CTvNDq pic.twitter.com/m7ZCZRbpAc
National Day Laborer Organizing Network:
#Breaking: A report about hate crimes, presented by an OC Supervisor that champions the hate circus? #UnmaskedHate #MichelleSteel
Read the full statement: https://t.co/bM2XnHIUv2@WeAreOneOC #hatecrimes #WeCelebrateSanctuaryHere #ICEoutofOC #BringHumanRightsHome
National Domestic Workers Alliance:
It’s great to see a full issue of @TheProspect committed to real solutions for working families and making care affordable at every stage of life. There is hope! Let’s do this! #UniversalFamilyCare https://t.co/JXXHHF6Q4V
— Domestic Workers (@domesticworkers) October 21, 2020National Nurses United:
“One or two people with infections can really cause a large impact when you have one grocery store or gas station." #WearAMaskhttps://t.co/ZrX8Ycnyol
— NationalNursesUnited (@NationalNurses) October 20, 2020National Taxi Workers Alliance:
Rain can’t stop us! Watch the hearing live and get ready for some amazing driver testimonies! We are making our voices heard. https://t.co/mWdacUP629 pic.twitter.com/6rEvkZyzBv
— NY Taxi Workers (@NYTWA) October 16, 2020NFL Players Association:
.@RealLoganRyan and his @RARF_official foundation partnered with @mypitisfamily to raise awareness against breed restrictions so that those dogs can find a home. pic.twitter.com/lpEqSZaYrp
— NFLPA (@NFLPA) October 20, 2020North America's Building Trades Unions:
“Stronger union membership MUST be a pillar of our nation’s recovery plan. When unions are strong, America is strong… When unions are weak, inequality skyrockets."
Great piece here on the importance of a worker-first recovery from #COVID19 ??https://t.co/yMnpocRtPw
Office and Professional Employees:
From blaming Beijing for his own mismanagement to muzzling OSHA’s already lackluster worker safety protections, one thing is clear for working people: Donald Trump has got to go on Nov. 3. #1u pic.twitter.com/AbHxGxuHLw
— OPEIU (@OPEIU) October 20, 2020Painters and Allied Trades:
From fleecing IUPAT contractors and thousands of workers as a businessman to failing to deliver on his major campaign pledge of robust federal infrastructure funding, Donald Trump has sold American workers false promises. pic.twitter.com/nKPCeqi96k
— IUPAT (@GoIUPAT) October 20, 2020Plasterers and Cement Masons:
The #OPCMIA Steel Edge Women Caucus met virtually at the #TWBN Conference recently and had a positive, productive and important meeting about empowerment on the job and within their union. Learn more about what happened here: https://t.co/8Ds2Ikrcas
— OPCMIA International (@opcmiaintl) October 21, 2020Professional Aviation Safety Specialists:
"I thank @ChrisVanHollen & colleagues for efforts to let federal workers decide for themselves if they want to defer some of their taxes. They are in best position to judge whether they are in need of what amounts to a temporary loan that needs to be paid back.” PASS Pres Perrone https://t.co/Kz8IpQ3hy9
— PASS (@PASSNational) October 13, 2020Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union:
Wearing a mask keeps you and your community safe! Help #StopTheSpread of #COVID19 by properly removing your face mask when you return home. #WearAMask pic.twitter.com/NOFSU9nPET
— RWDSU (@RWDSU) October 20, 2020Roofers and Waterproofers:
Always inspect your fall protective equipment for damage. If it looks like the Fall Detention Team needs repair, remove it from the service and have an expert examine it. Learn more here: https://t.co/cQ5CjHNFPm #roofersafety365 pic.twitter.com/GV1NYNUNTD
— Roofers Union (@roofersunion) October 15, 2020SAG-AFTRA:
ICYMI: Check out this week's PTEOE livestream, "Spotlight on Production: Insider Tips from Industry Pros" for a discussion on the dynamic Georgia production industry with @claytonlandey1, @RhavynnDrummer, @RicReitz, @GPierre722 and @MFincannon https://t.co/2XPWxVvjUk
— SAG-AFTRA (@sagaftra) October 18, 2020Solidarity Center:
The income of at least 1/3 of #Bangladesh garment workers interviewed for a study dropped 53% due to #COVID19, compared to 2019. 52%+ of respondents are in debt & so forced to cut expenses for food and education. @cleanclothes @GLJhub @BHRRC https://t.co/Ycpeduu1yU
— Solidarity Center (@SolidarityCntr) October 21, 2020The NewsGuild-CWA:
This is the kind of coverage that will be missed the days the @CSTribune doesn’t print. This is the kind of paper we’re fighting to save. Whether you live in a booming metropolis or a quiet town, we all benefit from #LocalNews. Join our fight: https://t.co/pib8mrnvhc
— NewsGuild-CWA (@newsguild) October 21, 2020Theatrical Stage Employees:
Big news from our Northern Kin! https://t.co/Wns8FJSusE
— IATSE (@IATSE) October 20, 2020Transport Workers Union:
Companies like Uber and Lyft have been exploiting drivers for years. And now they are spending hundreds of millions of dollars to pass Prop 22, which would deny drivers basic rights like sick leave and health insurance. Vote #NoOnProp22! https://t.co/0JHCXRGovo
— TWU (@transportworker) October 21, 2020Transportation Trades Department:
“They don’t call @JoeBiden ‘Amtrak Joe’ for nothing. He’s probably the most famous passenger, but also the biggest supporter of passenger rail as a senator, vice president & hopefully president.” - Larry Willis, TTD Pres. https://t.co/Qbbbbibdr1
— Transp. Trades Dept. (@TTDAFLCIO) October 21, 2020UAW:
The Department of Agriculture has announced new rule changes that could lower the wages of farm workers as much as $7 per hour.
Join the @UFWupdates and @UFWF to defend farm workers against unfair wages: https://t.co/lUSE8u7NP2
Union Label and Service Trades Department:
How Unions Can Lay the Ground for the Next Upsurge | Labor Notes https://t.co/aD91qmOt8M
— Union Label Dept. (@ULSTD_AFLCIO) October 16, 2020Union Veterans Council:
Join us this Thursday❗️
It’s GOTV time for Battleground Union Vets for Joe to Rally with @ConorLambPA, @Steelworkers President Tom Conway, and @GaryPeters! #Labor2020 #VetsVote #1u
Sign up here: https://t.co/tU0XAWKtp9
UNITE HERE:
UNITE HERE members across the country are making sure that workers who lost their jobs during the pandemic are the first to get recalled back to work.https://t.co/NTVZMAY4V2
— UNITE HERE #TakeBack2020 (@unitehere) October 21, 2020United Food and Commercial Workers:
BIG WIN: 700,000 Americans will get vital food assistance they need after federal judge stopped @WhiteHouse cuts threatening those who lost their jobs.
As #COVID19 continues, we must protect programs like #SNAP that help so many put food on the table.https://t.co/JPDS3jWUAq
United Steelworkers:
Carnegie Museum Workers File for Union Election https://t.co/sosiJm6H8v #USWUnity
— United Steelworkers (@steelworkers) October 21, 2020United Students Against Sweatshops:
USAS sent a letter to the CEOs of Canada Goose and Bain Capital inviting them to tomorrow's Solidarity Summit - will they show up to explain why workers at their Winnipeg factory are facing unsafe conditions and intimidation from management? Register now: https://t.co/YCIyR33FsM pic.twitter.com/IJDCICCNTU
— USAS (@USAS) October 16, 2020Utility Workers:
Wherever there’s a natural or man-made disaster, utility workers are on the scene alongside firefighters, law enforcement, paramedics, and other first responders amidst perilous conditions to mitigate these disasters. https://t.co/BALTkqS7m3
— UWUA National (@The_UWUA) October 20, 2020Working America:
“Black workers are not only more likely to be unemployed during the pandemic but much less likely to receive UI. Law, policy, and practice may be the problems, but the solution begins with mobilization.”https://t.co/BngCkKgM1B
— Working America (@WorkingAmerica) October 21, 2020Writers Guild of America, East:
We're honored to fight to set and raise standards for writers of scripted #podcasts. Welcome, @WGAAudio Alliance!
Visit https://t.co/Ro5BaXkMdP to learn more. #1u #AudioDrama #audiodramasunday https://t.co/vuQ795FAiH
Service + Solidarity Spotlight: Seafarers Perform Humanitarian Rescue of Stranded Boaters
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 series, we’ll showcase one of these stories every day. Here’s today’s story.
Members of the Seafarers (SIU) recently came to the rescue of stranded boaters in the Pacific Ocean, some 150 miles off the California coast. Chief Steward Samuel Sinclair provided the photo above from the MV Jean Anne (Pasha Hawaii). “The boat was drifting at sea for days….The captain notified the U.S. Coast Guard,” Sinclair explained. “The people in the boat were Mexican citizens trying to gain access to the U.S. Their motor gave out, resulting in the boat drifting aimlessly in the Pacific. The SIU crew professionally performed duties in this humanitarian rescue.”
Kenneth Quinnell Wed, 10/21/2020 - 09:37Tags: Community Service, COVID-19
Service + Solidarity Spotlight: Operation Feed Atlantic City Cares for Laid-Off Workers
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 series, we’ll showcase one of these stories every day. Here’s today’s story.
“When hardworking people are laid off,” said New Jersey State AFL-CIO President Charles Wowkanech (IUOE), “the food we provide helps them feed their children while at the same time lets them know that their union family cares.”
On Thursday, Oct. 15, for the 11th time since the coronavirus pandemic walloped the casinos and related industries, brothers, sisters and friends from Atlantic City’s casino-related unions and other nearby affiliates volunteered their day to help distribute food kits to laid-off workers and the New Jersey Shore resort community at large. Members from the Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE), Operating Engineers (IUOE), Shore Nurses Union/NYSNA and UNITE HERE provided the strong arms and the warm smiles.
“I’m so impressed with everyone who dedicated their time and energy at every one of these,” Wowkanech said. “These brothers and sisters treated all the recipients with dignity and respect.”
The New Jersey State AFL-CIO and its affiliated unions, the New Jersey Casino Reinvestment Development Authority and the Community FoodBank of New Jersey held this distribution at Bader Field in Atlantic City, in an area where food insecurity runs high.
“I’m proud and thankful for everyone who made Operation Feed Atlantic City possible,” said Wowkanech. “The organizers, our affiliates, our generous donors, the union members doing whatever it takes to make this run smoothly…for all of that, I am deeply grateful.”
Kenneth Quinnell Tue, 10/20/2020 - 10:00Tags: COVID-19, Community Service
Service + Solidarity Spotlight: IAFF Fights Opioid Epidemic
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 series, we’ll showcase one of these stories every day. Here’s today’s story.
While the world remains consumed by the COVID-19 pandemic, another public health crisis continues to rage. The opioid epidemic has ravaged our country, and it’s estimated that in the United States alone, nearly 130 people die every day from opioid overdose. The Fire Fighters (IAFF) have launched a new online resource, “Responding to the Opioid Epidemic,” a 10-segment video and podcast series. The series provides an in-depth understanding of opioid addiction and treatment, addiction treatment considerations for firefighters, and responsible approaches to pain management for firefighters.
IAFF General President Harold Schaitberger said, “The U.S. and Canada are in the midst of a severe public health crisis caused by a surge in opioid misuse, addiction and overdose. Our members have a front row seat to the devastating impact of this epidemic and need more resources and training to continue to address this challenge head-on. We also have to work with all levels of government and community organizations to keep this crisis from continuing to grow.” Visit IAFF.org/Opioid-Epidemic to learn more.
Kenneth Quinnell Mon, 10/19/2020 - 09:51Tags: COVID-19, Community Service
Service + Solidarity Spotlight: CSEA Ramps Up Member-to-Member Election Campaign in California
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 series, we’ll showcase one of these stories every day. Here’s today’s story.
While California may not be a battleground state when it comes to the presidential election, there are still important initiatives and state legislative races on the ballot. The California School Employees Association (CSEA) is not taking anything for granted. Instead, the union is pushing hard with its member-to-member phone call and text message program. “It’s exciting watching so many members volunteer their time to support election efforts,” CSEA President Ben Valdepeña said. He pointed out that thousands of calls and text messages have been sent to CSEA members over the past few weeks, with the get-out-the-vote outreach set to continue leading up to Election Day. CSEA and its member volunteers are fighting hard to pass Proposition 15, which would create fair and reliable funding for the state’s public schools.
Kenneth Quinnell Fri, 10/16/2020 - 09:33Tags: COVID-19, Community Service
National Hispanic Heritage Month Profiles: Linda Chavez-Thompson
Throughout National Hispanic Heritage Month, the AFL-CIO will be profiling labor leaders and activists to spotlight the diverse contributions Hispanics and Latinos have made to our movement. Today's profile features Linda Chavez-Thompson.
A second-generation American of Mexican descent, Chavez-Thompson grew up in Lubbock, Texas. An oft-told anecdote from her childhood told the story of a young Chavez-Thompson convincing her father that her mother should stay home and care for the household rather than working in the fields. She and her siblings threatened to walk off the job in support of her mother. Her father agreed and Chavez-Thompson got her first organizing victory.
In 1967, she started working as a secretary at the Laborers (LIUNA) local in Lubbock. As the only bilingual staff member, she soon became the union representative for Spanish-speaking LIUNA members. Before long, she was drafting grievances for workers and representing them in administrative proceedings.
Later, she moved to San Antonio and began working with AFSCME. In 1986, she began serving as a national vice president for the Labor Council for Latin American Advancement. Her accomplishments and hard work helped her become an international vice president of AFSCME in 1988, and in 1993, she was elected to serve as a vice president on the AFL-CIO Executive Council. In 1995, she won her election to become the federation's first elected executive vice president. She was the first person of color to hold one of the AFL-CIO's top three positions.
During her time as an AFL-CIO officer, Chavez-Thompson focused heavily on recruitment, particularly trying to convince more women and people of color to join unions. She also focused on teaching the importance of unions to young people. Even more successful were her efforts to partner with community groups in recruiting members and fighting back against anti-union efforts. She represented the federation and working people in a variety of organizations, including the National Interfaith Committee for Worker Justice, the Institute for Women’s Policy Research, the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute, the United Way of America and the Democratic National Committee. She also was elected president of the Inter-American Regional Organization of Workers, a part of the International Confederation of Free Trade Unions.
Chavez-Thompson retired from the AFL-CIO in 2007.
This post originally appeared on the AFL-CIO blog in 2018.
Kenneth Quinnell Thu, 10/15/2020 - 10:28Service + Solidarity Spotlight: IBEW Members Volunteer Labor of Love for Crisis Center in Missouri
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 series, we’ll showcase one of these stories every day. Here’s today’s story.
A crisis center and shelter in Jefferson City, Missouri, now has bright, efficient lighting, thanks to a dozen Electrical Workers (IBEW) volunteers who were proud to lend a hand. The members of Local 257 gave their time and talent to help the community’s Rape and Abuse Crisis Service (RACS) spare funds that are badly needed to aid and shelter survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. The workers at the center expressed their gratitude.
“We were glad to answer the call. That’s what we do as IBEW members,” said local President Joel Vanderslice (pictured on the right), who helmed the project. “And we want to thank RACS for everything they do, and for being such a great organization to work with.”
Through energy audits, RACS leaders learned that a lighting upgrade could save thousands of dollars in coming years, with the additional benefit of making their two-story building safer and more secure. The center, which can house up to 36 residents, was largely vacant at the time IBEW members were there volunteering, as the pandemic forced RACS to spread out its services.
Kenneth Quinnell Thu, 10/15/2020 - 09:35Tags: COVID-19, Community Service
Working People Rise Up: 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 federations on Twitter.
California Labor Federation:
Uber, Lyft and Doordash are spending $189,000,000 to write themselves out of labor law. Prop 22 is designed to keep drivers POOR and App-based rideshare companies RICH. Enough with the corporate greed! Make sure you vote #NoOnProp22!!! pic.twitter.com/1TzTEVWPva
— California Labor Federation #NoOnProp22 (@CaliforniaLabor) October 15, 2020Connecticut AFL-CIO:
In CT, the median penalty assessed by OSHA for a workplace fatality was less than $4,000. This is unacceptable. @AFLCIO #1u https://t.co/QW7FdimOBg
— Connecticut AFL-CIO (@ConnAFLCIO) October 9, 2020Florida AFL-CIO:
“In Miami, it’s very difficult to make it on $275 dollars a week,” said Gonzalez, referring to Florida’s unemployment compensation payment. The federal boost of $600 per week is gone. “It’s basically impossible to survive with that money.”https://t.co/Q7k8BA4JfA
— Florida AFL-CIO (@FLAFLCIO) October 13, 2020Georgia State AFL-CIO:
We’re past due for relief but @sendavidperdue and @SenatorLoeffler still can’t do what is morally required 8 months into the pandemic. Georgia’s working families deserve better. #HEROESActNow #Labor2020 #1u #unionstrong pic.twitter.com/f7Z3vXvu6w
— Georgia AFL-CIO (@AFLCIOGeorgia) October 1, 2020Idaho State AFL-CIO:
We are happy to endorse @EllisforIdaho, a long time @iaff149 member! #1U #IdahoVotes #LaborVotes #IdahoPolitics #Solidarity #Labor2020 pic.twitter.com/8l7skjq1jD
— Idaho State AFL-CIO (@IdahoAFLCIO) October 7, 2020Indiana State AFL-CIO:
Instead of using bailout money to keep workers, at least two companies restored the full pay of their top management.https://t.co/uVH7r7sMio
— Indiana AFL-CIO (@INAFLCIO) October 14, 2020Iowa Federation of Labor:
Advocates plead for housing aid as eviction cliff looms https://t.co/X2N0CbZ2l5
— Iowa AFL-CIO (@IowaAFLCIO) October 15, 2020Maine AFL-CIO:
Pretty sleazy that the Collins campaign is taking credit for ending the strike at BIW. The truth is, she refused to get involved, while taking tens of thousands of dollars from BIW executives in the lead up to the strike. https://t.co/Q54yVkDeRS #ShadySusan #FakeNews #mepolitics
— Maine AFL-CIO (@MEAFLCIO) October 15, 2020Maryland State and D.C. AFL-CIO:
Thank you, @NCStateAFLCIO for the training and the phone bank tonight. MD/DC union members are excited to call union members in North Carolina. pic.twitter.com/UEDuGpyAKr
— Maryland State and DC AFL-CIO (@MDDCStateFed) October 6, 2020Michigan State AFL-CIO:
Yes or no: do @migop “leaders” agree?
This shouldn’t be a hard question - yet they’d rather play politics than keep people healthy & safe. https://t.co/DavQIwwMpU
Minnesota AFL-CIO:
19 days to make a difference. Have you voted? #1u #Labor2020 pic.twitter.com/850GmNboNA
— Minnesota AFL-CIO (@MNAFLCIO) October 15, 2020Missouri AFL-CIO:
Amendment 3 is not reform, it's a trick. The politicians behind Amendment 3 know they can't win if voters learn what's in the fine print of their plan. We are voting #NoOn3. pic.twitter.com/A5S49Jb1mQ
— Missouri AFL-CIO (@MOAFLCIO) October 14, 2020Montana State AFL-CIO:
Visit https://t.co/7n5V9j3fz6 to see all of our endorsed candidates! #voteunion #unionstrong #mtpol #VOTE pic.twitter.com/mlpSMje6Em
— Montana AFL-CIO (@MTaflcio) October 13, 2020Nevada State AFL-CIO:
In Washoe County, we were joined by over 100 volunteers to lit drop for @voteNatha, @Wendy4NVSenate, @AssmSkipDaly, & @JoeBiden! Huge thank you & shout out to IUOE local 3 for making today a huge success! #Labor2020 is in full swing with over 10,000 doors being lit dropped! pic.twitter.com/HxqR3Ws62P
— Nevada State AFL-CIO (@NVAFLCIO) October 11, 2020New Hampshire AFL-CIO:
A MAZING! https://t.co/sLQEMFdxX3
— NewHampshire AFL-CIO (@NHAFLCIO) October 14, 2020New York State AFL-CIO:
Agricultural workers in NY only earn overtime when they work more than 60 hours/week while workers in other industries earn overtime after working 40/week. Rectifying this inequality is a matter of human rights, dignity in the workplace & basic justice.https://t.co/xvdZkKldxa
— NYSAFLCIO (@NYSAFLCIO) October 15, 2020North Carolina State AFL-CIO:
REMINDER for our eager early voters in NC: @JessicaHolmesNC is the Fighter We Need as NC Labor Commissioner https://t.co/VlK05iZpHz via @ncstateaflcio #1u #ncpol
— NC State AFL-CIO (@NCStateAFLCIO) October 14, 2020Ohio AFL-CIO:
Whenever working people rise up, we as @AFLCIO members are in full #Solidarity. #SafetyMatters
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Oklahoma State AFL-CIO:
Delivering Election Mail - Video
Check out this great video sent to us from Ken Mayfield, President of the NALC Branch 458, regarding the USPS and their promise to deliver Absentee Ballots "securely, accurately, and on time."https://t.co/5PRBbIAke3
Oregon AFL-CIO:
When workplace outbreaks push our state’s #COVID numbers up, unions must step up and defend our freedom to #worksafe. 5k cases from worksites. 24 dead. #OregonOSHA must do better. Speak up @ https://t.co/UYxxMGRMnC
— Oregon AFL-CIO (@OregonAFLCIO) October 15, 2020Pennsylvania AFL-CIO:
We know that @JoshShapiroPA is fighting for workers, and our democracy, across the Commonwealth. We are proud to support him for @PAAttorneyGen ✊ https://t.co/sKk6Rhj5WF
— PA AFL-CIO (@PaAFL_CIO) October 13, 2020Rhode Island AFL-CIO:
#1u #UnionStrong #UnionYes #Solidarity https://t.co/L97HvNTJKO
— Rhode Island AFL-CIO (@riaflcio) October 13, 2020Tennessee AFL-CIO Labor Council:
As we enter the final push towards Election Day, we'll be highlighting our impressive list of labor-endorsed candidates. First up is @GlennforSenate running for SD 10 in Chattanooga. Learn more about Glenn here: https://t.co/SH4YqzCGY2 pic.twitter.com/x1BGhMOOJl
— Tennessee AFL-CIO (@tnaflcio) October 14, 2020Texas AFL-CIO:
Our country is counting on the Texas labor movement to deliver. Right now, Texans are voting in record numbers! Let's keep our foot on the gas and win this - TOGETHER. #1u #TXLabor2020 #Election2020 @AFLCIO
Join us tonight! Register HERE: https://t.co/niItEcyxFj pic.twitter.com/CKd2JXzPIM
Washington State Labor Council:
Thank you, @GovInslee and the people of Washington, for keeping our blue state off this list! #COVID19 #MasksSaveLives https://t.co/4LgHXEYWpi
— Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO (@WAAFLCIO) October 12, 2020West Virginia AFL-CIO:
Jim Justice now follows Mitch Carmichael’s lead and supports Right to Work? That’s not what he told us 4 years ago when he was begging for our endorsement. The choice is now even more clear: Vote @BenSalango ! #wvpol #righttoworkiswrong
— West Virginia AFLCIO (@WestVirginiaAFL) October 14, 2020Wisconsin State AFL-CIO:
Have questions about voting early or by mail? View our guide at https://t.co/2OS2lPnw9M to learn more about your voting options! pic.twitter.com/5b7nqvVjSl
— WI AFL-CIO (@wisaflcio) October 14, 2020 Kenneth Quinnell Wed, 10/14/2020 - 16:34Make a Family Plan to Vote: What Working People Are Doing This Week
Welcome to our regular feature, a look at what the various AFL-CIO unions and other working family organizations are doing across the country and beyond. The labor movement is big and active—here's a look at the broad range of activities we're engaged in this week.
Actors' Equity:
Actors' Equity is fighting for diversity, inclusion and the principles of equal opportunity for all who work in the theatre industry. By submitting your self-ID, you can help Equity fight against hiring bias and discrimination. https://t.co/p2c1r3DgSY pic.twitter.com/lguGMytUCI
— Actors' Equity (@ActorsEquity) October 8, 2020AFGE:
All while @SecWilkie and @realDonaldTrump team up to take away VA workers’ right to a union and a fair contract! https://t.co/3ty6yPqjPr
— AFGE (@AFGENational) October 8, 2020AFSCME:
By walking away from negotiations on COVID-19 #stimulus legislation, @realDonaldTrump has shown the true measure of his callousness and cruelty today. He simply doesn’t care. Read more about this tragic failure of leadership: https://t.co/qrZGSow3cS pic.twitter.com/4CoVBnZeRo
— AFSCME (@AFSCME) October 6, 2020Air Line Pilots Association:
Attention ALPA pilots! ALPA has partnered with Cage Marshall Consulting to create a series of webinars for ALPA members who may need assistance or guidance during this current aviation industry downturn.
Register here: https://t.co/oKKruIfmdQ
*ALPA member number is required. pic.twitter.com/B6H3YONw32
Alliance for Retired Americans:
Are you planning to:
☑️ Vote early
☑️ Vote by mail
☑️ Vote on Election Day
Whatever you choose, just make sure to vote. (visit https://t.co/bsxrGohd0z to get #VoteReady) pic.twitter.com/JtnIticfUD
Amalgamated Transit Union:
As hero ATU members transport people during the #COVID19 pandemic, they deserve #hazardpay as essential workers on the frontlines. #TogetherWeFightTogetherWeWin #1u pic.twitter.com/EwsUtUJppW
— ATU, Transit Union (@ATUComm) October 8, 2020American Federation of Musicians:
TY @questlove https://t.co/59QUWRrZ4b Many of our fellow musicians depend on residuals to earn a living and to feed their families. @The_AFM is asking the networks for a fair wage for #tvmusicians, healthcare benefits and parity in pay with other creatives. #RespectUs #FairPay pic.twitter.com/rIU7IxXdPM
— AFM (@The_AFM) October 8, 2020American Federation of Teachers:
"#DoYourJob Mr. President get us the protective equipment we need to do our jobs, to save lives." Today, AFT has joined fellow unions & environmental allies to sue the federal government for its failure to provide #PPEforAll. @rweingarten https://t.co/97p6zlslAi
— AFT (@AFTunion) October 8, 2020American Postal Workers Union:
APWU's Labor 2020 campaign is fighting to defend the public Postal Service this election season - sign up here to volunteer. *Do not click, share, react to or read this post on work time or USPS/federal property. https://t.co/j6nuexhyWg
— APWU National (@APWUnational) October 8, 2020Asian Pacific American Labor Alliance:
More than 11 million AAPIs are eligible to vote this year. Make sure everyone in our communities has access to their voting rights! Join APALA’s weekly text and phone banks! ?
Phone bank: https://t.co/0vnPqAnWOo
Text bank: https://t.co/XUQ9YmBgcA pic.twitter.com/O1FudQ5Ifr
Association of Flight Attendants-CWA:
Tweet your members of Congress: https://t.co/PFfgWQZ9pu
Write your members of Congress: https://t.co/QUhCsGIXtG
Sign up to RSVP or Host #ExtendPSP #ReliefNow Events: https://t.co/iQQcW2KKBT
Bakery, Confectionery, Tobacco Workers and Grain Millers:
September is Pet Health Insurance month and @UnionPlus has you covered with exclusive union member discounts on pet insurance. Get a free quote TODAY ? https://t.co/zXbCkCmxH0 #1u pic.twitter.com/Ulf0H32ZB0
— BCTGM International (@BCTGM) September 23, 2020Boilermakers:
Congratulations to the 2020 #BoilermakersUnion scholarship winners! ?? Read more here: https://t.co/XnT9GXwWM4 pic.twitter.com/GJW4IxKQUC
— Boilermakers Union (@boilermakernews) October 8, 2020Bricklayers:
.@bacmwlocal7 apprentices getting the best masonry training in the business. ? https://t.co/0oTdSNfoR5
— Bricklayers Union (@IUBAC) October 6, 2020California School Employees Association:
#AB2234 will give school personnel commissions independence from district influence, ensuring staff receive fair hearings. Thank you @EdChau49 for sponsoring and @GavinNewsom for signing! https://t.co/GLQrrFGL6U
— CSEA (@CSEA_Now) September 10, 2020Coalition of Black Trade Unionists:
PAY ATTENTION
There’s only 27 days until Election Day. Have you made your FAMILY PLAN to vote? No excuses. Get specific! Go to https://t.co/UiAn2wEnxO to get started. #2020Election
Coalition of Labor Union Women:
? This is it: October voter registration deadlines are approaching in over 25 states for the fall elections. Check the voter registration deadlines here: https://t.co/uSL4Wps50n Don’t miss your chance to make your voice heard: https://t.co/zRFmBHJ5Mv pic.twitter.com/5riCoWxLvM
— CLUW National (@CLUWNational) October 5, 2020Communications Workers of America:
BREAKING: Labor unions representing millions of frontline workers joined environmental groups to sue the government for failing to provide #PPEforAll.https://t.co/HynuS1xzll
— CWA (@CWAUnion) October 8, 2020Department for Professional Employees:
Kickstarter is paying for retaliating against an employee who helped organize their coworkers. #1u https://t.co/x1yGeVNoxx
— Department for Professional Employees (@DPEaflcio) October 8, 2020Electrical Workers:
#IBEW photo contest deadline has been extended to Nov.1. https://t.co/7ygxHIAO0F
— IBEW (@IBEW) October 7, 2020Farm Labor Organizing Committee:
Black/Brown Unity Coalition is working to expand on code of conduct with police https://t.co/JJ0o1Jsv81 via @toledonews
— Farm Labor Organizing Committee (@SupportFLOC) October 5, 2020Fire Fighters:
RT @SPFFAL534: While digging through union documentation we discovered these inaugural meeting minutes of the SPFFA; affiliating with the IAFF @IAFFNewsDesk dated Sept 23rd, 1937. A treasured piece of union history. @opffa @iaff13thdvp pic.twitter.com/6lLBTjjQwa
— IAFF (@IAFFNewsDesk) October 8, 2020Heat and Frost Insulators:
You won't find your latest edition of the USA Magazine in the mailbox because it should be in your inbox!
Check it out, USA went digital!
Find all the great content at your fingertips. https://t.co/ybPZM84kqK
International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers:
#WhenWeStrikeWeWin ! https://t.co/FG7E6Uqnzm
— IFPTE (@IFPTE) October 8, 2020International Labor Communications Association:
You're on deadline! It's time to submit your best work of 2019 into our Labor Media Awards contest. You can't win if you don't enter. Deadline is approaching. https://t.co/Z5ZipUIwY2 pic.twitter.com/UJyWtkL6ai
— Labor Communications (@ILCAonline) September 11, 2020Ironworkers:
Recent studies are casting serious doubt about the safety, resiliency, sustainability, and efficiency of Mass timber and engineered wood products like CLT. For more information, visit https://t.co/AqvFvJLIPQ pic.twitter.com/SMwVRanZfD
— Ironworkers. (@TheIronworkers) October 7, 2020Italian American Actors:
GIAA - the Guild of Italian American Actors - is proud to join our sister union @ActorsEquity in endorsing @JoeBiden & @KamalaHarris @carlofiorletta, GIAA president https://t.co/fy77Y2dcGd
— GIAA (@GIAA_Union) September 21, 2020Jobs With Justice:
Seven months into a pandemic -- and we're STILL asking thousands of frontline workers to go to work WITHOUT the PPE they need ?
Unions and activists have had no choice but to sue ? https://t.co/BszKDsP62w pic.twitter.com/h2Hp9vBqhT
Labor Council for Latin American Advancement:
Click here if you haven't registered✍?https://t.co/rvlwDWgH8Y...#Changeisintheballot #VoteReady #2020elections #Vote
— LCLAA (@LCLAA) October 8, 2020Laborers:
The COVID-19 outbreak is an unprecedented global threat to our health and welfare, our economy, and our way of life! #VOTE for the candidate who has your back! #LIUNAVotes2020 #LIUNAForBiden #Covid
LEARN MORE: https://t.co/2aHuUtEd6S pic.twitter.com/LF3q41pNoi
Longshoremen:
@ILAUnion @TheILAmobileApp – ILA Employees covered under MILA will not experience a loss or reduction of the MILA coverage they had in the 2020 Contract year caused by COVID-19. https://t.co/r9OFHCBpRB
— Int'l LongshoreAssoc (@ILAUnion) October 1, 2020Machinists:
In Pennsylvania, @IAM_Local_1776 is getting out the vote for #TeamJoe! pic.twitter.com/x1LMpSzJ8e
— Machinists Union ✈️?? (@MachinistsUnion) October 6, 2020Metal Trades Department:
The Coalition Chronicle spotlighted MTD President James Hart in its September edition. In the article, the newsletter highlighted President Hart's recent presentation to the DSB discussing the labor perspective on the issue of industrial capability ... https://t.co/14OQjyBKRB pic.twitter.com/s7rpdgNRYz
— Metal Trades Dept. (@metaltradesafl) September 30, 2020Mine Workers:
During these troubling times, we want to give a shout out to our members in Local Union 8431! These aviation bus drivers are located in Denver, Colorado. Thank you for all that you do! #1u pic.twitter.com/rLKvcXegCm
— United Mine Workers (@MineWorkers) October 1, 2020Musical Artists:
That’s a wrap! To access the entire series of safety webinars -- co-hosted by AGMA and @SDCweb and featuring our medical experts -- login to MyAGMA and, from the dropdown menu, select “COVID-19: A Collective Response.” pic.twitter.com/BoVLtwyy8x
— AGMA (@AGMusicalArtist) October 2, 2020National Air Traffic Controllers Association:
Meet Tom Morello our honorary NATCA Brother and Union Activist:
We are so proud and honored that our brother @tmorello is speaking out to support @NATCA, NCF, and #SuicidePrevention. Please watch as our brother and legend calls on us to support one another, NCF, and @afspnational pic.twitter.com/Aq2nob3YUf
National Association of Letter Carriers:
An elderly customer's full mailbox alerted carrier Karl Herklotz. He informed a neighbor, who in turn called police to do a welfare check. The woman was found on the kitchen floor & had broken her hip. She's recovering in the hospital. #HeroesDelivering https://t.co/UroMgiVkjj
— Letter Carriers (@NALC_National) October 8, 2020National Day Laborer Organizing Network:
We’re EXTREMELY excited to work with @ernestoyerena + @obeygiant for the distribution of these incredible posters! #StopFascism #AltoAlFascismo #VoteAgainstHate #VotaContraElOdio #SoloElPuebloSalvaAlPueblo #MutualAid #UnmaskHate
More info: https://t.co/RceJATMGDo pic.twitter.com/Dd7oyG4bHl
National Domestic Workers Alliance:
The legacy of Black domestic workers is one of leadership and courage. Because of our ancestors, we are powerful. Learn about the #UnbossedAgenda and the work we’re doing to bring it to life. https://t.co/Xuv972UduE
— Domestic Workers (@domesticworkers) October 8, 2020National Federation of Federal Employees:
In what seems like the longest twelve months ever, NFFE ended the Fiscal Year in active fashion on the #legislative front. https://t.co/pawyXPx7sX
— NFFE (@NFFE_Union) October 5, 2020National Nurses United:
We are heartbroken to learn of the death of NNU member Sally Solon Fontanilla, RN, who lost her life on the front line of #Covid19.
Our solidarity is with her family during this challenging time, and with all nurses in the fight for optimal PPE.https://t.co/KOdq2aMP6V
National Taxi Workers Alliance:
Cabbies are doing a SLOOOOOWWWW DOWN for debt relief.
No more bankruptcies! No more suicides! pic.twitter.com/Vbr2LLihlx
NFL Players Association:
The signs of a mental illness can sometimes be subtle–check in with someone you trust, or take the NFL Life Line Wellness Check: https://t.co/YJB2wg8Y0W. #mentalhealthawareness pic.twitter.com/uWdsBz34EM
— NFLPA (@NFLPA) October 8, 2020North America's Building Trades Unions:
Throwing it wayyyy back today.
Watch this video of #BuildingTrades union members from 1929 ? https://t.co/aAUXxpcvM5
Office and Professional Employees:
A president who cares about working people wouldn’t have intentionally reduced the effectiveness of OSHA. #BuildBackBetter https://t.co/S0tqbxmnao
— OPEIU (@OPEIU) October 7, 2020Painters and Allied Trades:
When we stand together as workers, we have the power to improve the lives of the entire working class and the ability to transform this country so it works for all of us.
— IUPAT (@GoIUPAT) October 8, 2020Plasterers and Cement Masons:
“At least 33 million workers are being hurt by the coronavirus recession... Fiscal aid to S&L govts and extending the unemployment insurance provisions of the CARES Act...would create or save 5.3 million and 5.1 million jobs...” https://t.co/u38yLwmmD7
— OPCMIA International (@opcmiaintl) October 8, 2020Professional Aviation Safety Specialists:
From the beginning, current administration & political appointees have attacked bargaining rights of federal workers. JFK granted those rights in 1962 declaring they contribute "to the effective conduct of public business." PASS will continue to fight for our members' rights. #1u https://t.co/9noLlPgRBI
— PASS (@PASSNational) October 5, 2020Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union:
The #NYHeroAct creates enforceable safety standards to protect NY's essential workers. “It should have happened a long time ago,” said RWDSU member and #COVID19 survivor Beena Martinez. #ProtectNYHeroes
Read more from @StevenWishnia in @LaborPressNY: https://t.co/vY3dd5Mgks pic.twitter.com/geS89ixGcj
Roofers and Waterproofers:
Construction workers who work on roofs or other high places are at risk of being struck by lightning. Protect yourself during a storm: https://t.co/w5NYMoB4ja #roofersafety365 pic.twitter.com/MCoK1ENPN1
— Roofers Union (@roofersunion) September 30, 2020SAG-AFTRA:
What's your voting plan? Here's a handy checklist to make sure you're ready! https://t.co/KX2bPtjV5B https://t.co/Bh8usvGCed #sagaftramembersvote #sagaftravotes #VOTE #Election2020 pic.twitter.com/VESnapWCaX
— SAG-AFTRA (@sagaftra) October 8, 2020School Administrators:
Our schools, which he demanded open in-person, lack the #PPE, #Plexiglass and technology to continue to operate safely in-person or connect all students online and cannot wait until after the election for a funding infusion.
— The School Leader (@AFSAUnion) October 7, 2020Solidarity Center:
In #Bangladesh, 1 million+ garment workers have been fired or furloughed due to cancelled orders and buyers’ refusal to pay. Despite a govt package of $500m+ to factories to help mitigate job losses, workers report not being paid for 2 months or more.https://t.co/m2CfmPWkrx
— Solidarity Center (@SolidarityCntr) October 8, 2020The NewsGuild-CWA:
With the loss of 1/4 of newspapers in the past couple of years, we’ve lost journalists showing up community board meetings and keeping us informed on the issues that matter. We must support local journalists and #SaveTheNews.
— NewsGuild-CWA (@newsguild) October 8, 2020Theatrical Stage Employees:
The "Friends" apartment became one of the most popular dwellings in the world thanks to ADG Local 800 Member John Shaffner. https://t.co/71t6xYpy8w
— IATSE (@IATSE) October 8, 2020Transport Workers Union:
TWU International Representative Theotis James is doing some phone banking for Joe Biden and Kamala Harris. You can also be part of the fun - tonight! Click on the link below to sign up. #GOTV #Election2020 #Labor2020 #Vote2020https://t.co/7OGvgLjtR2 pic.twitter.com/ux9ZFagw9f
— TWU (@transportworker) October 8, 2020Transportation Trades Department:
Hours after Trump announced his positive Covid-19 test, his administration rejected a plan by transportation labor unions to require masks on planes & trains. Read more in @RollingStone:https://t.co/VGu9onon6J
— Transp. Trades Dept. (@TTDAFLCIO) October 3, 2020UAW:
All voters deserve to have their voices heard without interference or misinformation.
For the information you need to cast your ballot, visit https://t.co/IE8ZROeUPc. https://t.co/SWKlg9aNBZ
Union Label and Service Trades Department:
Trump’s Manufacturing Record Stinks, Newest Data Shows | Washington Monthly https://t.co/iVPb16WKlw
— Union Label Dept. (@ULSTD_AFLCIO) October 1, 2020Union Veterans Council:
Not just the flu... https://t.co/loU6Apa7xa
— Union Veterans Council (@unionveterans) October 6, 2020UNITE HERE:
#COVID19 turned us into frontline workers. We keep travel safe by protecting the health of our guests – but we need PPE & social distancing to do it. Thanks for the shout-out Sen. @KamalaHarris! #VPDebate
But when it comes to knocking in battleground states... we got it covered! pic.twitter.com/vZkW2Cr1DL
United Food and Commercial Workers:
BREAKING: 56,000 @StopandShop grocery workers just secured #HazardPay for bravely stepping up this past summer to keep families fed as #COVID19 continues.@UFCW will keep fighting until all America's brave frontline workers get #HazardPay they deserve. https://t.co/K7BlxHdY8B pic.twitter.com/fbl0L46whq
— UFCW (@UFCW) September 25, 2020United Steelworkers:
Five weeks of free union education https://t.co/Z5yDhp9Amt #USWUnity
— United Steelworkers (@steelworkers) October 8, 2020United Students Against Sweatshops:
USAS Coordinating Committee signed on and joined the @DenverLaborFed, and you should too! Justice for #ElijahMcClain ✊? Drop the charges on anti-racist organizers! #DropTheChargesCO #1u https://t.co/OWEP2pHrCV
— USAS (@USAS) October 3, 2020Utility Workers:
Ready to vote? Our union values and the ability to organize and have your voice heard is on the ballot this November. Don’t leave your future to chance - make your voting plan today. https://t.co/td0rVFohBX pic.twitter.com/XV1fzO9NSD
— UWUA National (@The_UWUA) October 8, 2020Working America:
Outdated labor laws and cuts to worker protections have worsened the effects of the pandemic and failed American workers. Workers’ rights are human rights.https://t.co/cxGIsakQTv
— Working America (@WorkingAmerica) October 8, 2020Writers Guild of America, East:
Collective bargaining will ensure that creative professionals at Parcast have a seat at the table. We look forward to negotiations and we welcome the @ParcastUnion to the Guild.
Read the full WGAE statement here: https://t.co/ZfkKUfuomP https://t.co/F4r93DtjWg
Service + Solidarity Spotlight: Wyoming AFL-CIO and Affiliates Register New Voters in Cheyenne
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 series, we’ll showcase one of these stories every day. Here’s today’s story.
The Wyoming State AFL-CIO held a voter registration drive outside at the Cheyenne Historic Depot Plaza on Oct. 3, as part of Fire Fighters (IAFF) Local 279’s annual chili cook-off, supporting the local’s Fill the Boot campaign in raising funds for the Muscular Dystrophy Association. It was the single best registration drive in Wyoming this year, a place where local races are often won and lost by a handful of votes. Another voter registration drive will be held Oct. 10 at the Electrical Workers (IBEW) hall. State federation Executive Secretary Tammy Johnson (USW) said: “We had a fabulous event with our brothers and sisters from IAFF, IBEW, Laborers (LIUNA), AFGE and the Communications Workers of America (CWA). The Wyoming State AFL-CIO is proud to be part of a giving, vibrant and growing union movement.”
Kenneth Quinnell Wed, 10/14/2020 - 09:24Tags: COVID-19, Community Service
Service + Solidarity Spotlight: ‘Drive Thru to Beat the Flu’ Event Hosted by Hawaii State AFL-CIO
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 series, we’ll showcase one of these stories every day. Here’s today’s story.
The Hawaii State AFL-CIO’s Labor Community Services Program partnered with My Health Solutions in anticipation of an active flu season amidst a global pandemic. To combat the “twindemic” of COVID-19 and influenza, a drive-through flu vaccination clinic called Drive Thru to Beat the Flu was held in Honolulu last Saturday and Sunday. “Our clinic was available to everyone with or without insurance. So many of our people have either been furloughed or have lost their jobs and their health insurance due to COVID-19. We know a healthier community is a way to get people back to work and create more stability in our lives. We intend to take this program to the neighboring islands in November,” said Catherine Lederer (AFSCME), director of the Labor Community Services Program. Some 700 people were vaccinated over the two days.
Kenneth Quinnell Tue, 10/13/2020 - 09:44Tags: COVID-19, Community Service
National Hispanic Heritage Month Profiles: Henry L. 'Hank' Lacayo
Throughout National Hispanic Heritage Month, the AFL-CIO will be profiling labor leaders and activists to spotlight the diverse contributions Hispanics and Latinos have made to our movement. Today's profile features Henry L. "Hank" Lacayo.
A longtime staple of labor, political and academic circles in California, Henry L. "Hank" Lacayo was a force from his beginnings in the labor movement in the 1950s all the way up to his passing in 2017. He was born in Los Angeles in 1931 but moved to Mexico when he was young. He returned to California for high school. Upon graduating, he joined the Air Force. After his military service ended, Lacayo went to work at North American Aviation (later Rockwell International) in 1953. Within a few years, he not only became involved in UAW Local 887, he quickly rose to a full-time employee of the local and served as editor of its newspaper.
UAW President Walter P. Reuther encouraged Lacayo to continue his labor activism, and in 1962, he was elected president of Local 887, a position he held for 10 years. He represented more than 30,000 working people at Rockwell, both as union president and chief national negotiator for UAW-Rockwell contracts. His hard work led to an assistant director position for the UAW Western Region, covering nine states, along with serving as the region's political director.
In 1974, he moved to Detroit to work at UAW's national headquarters. He served as an administrative assistant to three UAW presidents and was appointed national director of the political and legislative department and later national director of the public relations and publications departments. He retired from the UAW in 1986 but continued in public life.
He created H.L. & Associates, a consulting firm representing clients in labor and management, government, community relations, senior citizen advocacy and international affairs. He actively participated in the California State University Channel Islands (CSUCI) institute that bears his name, the Henry L. "Hank" Lacayo Institute for Workforce & Community Studies. He also advised presidential administrations, from John F. Kennedy to Barack Obama. He devoted time to civic duties, including strengthening the Ventura County Community Foundation and establishing the Destino Hispanic Legacy Fund that provides scholarships and other funding to the Latino community. Lacayo received an honorary doctorate from CSUCI and was inducted into the Pacific Coast Business Times Hall of Fame in 2012.
Check out this video tribute to Lacayo:
This post originally appeared on the AFL-CIO blog in 2018.
Kenneth Quinnell Fri, 10/09/2020 - 11:38The Right to Vote Safely: The Working People Weekly List
Every week, we bring you a roundup of the top news and commentary about issues and events important to working families. Here’s the latest edition of the Working People Weekly List.
National Hispanic Heritage Month Profiles: Henry L. 'Hank' Lacayo: "Throughout National Hispanic Heritage Month, the AFL-CIO will be profiling labor leaders and activists to spotlight the diverse contributions Hispanics and Latinos have made to our movement. Today's profile features Henry L. 'Hank' Lacayo."
FLOC Co-Hosts Black/Brown Unity Coalition Peace Rally: "On Saturday, members of the Farm Labor Organizing Committee (FLOC) co-hosted the Black/Brown Unity Coalition peace rally. At the end of 2017, the coalition came together and signed a historic code of conduct agreement with the Toledo Police Department that brought reform to the department and developed a community grievance mechanism."
ILA Secures Contractual Protections for Members Impacted by COVID-19: "Thousands of members of the Longshoremen (ILA) are set to benefit from an amendment to the union’s master contract with their employers at the United States Maritime Alliance Ltd. (USMX). ILA International President Harold Daggett told members in a letter sent last week that those covered under the union’s contract will not experience a loss of health care coverage because of any reduction in their 2020 work hours caused by COVID-19."
A Big Organizing Win in the South: Worker Wins: "Our latest roundup of worker wins begins with one of the largest hospital organizing victories in the South since 1975 and includes numerous examples of working people organizing, bargaining and mobilizing for a better life."
Texas AFL-CIO Fights for the Right to Vote Safely: "Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, an anti-worker politician, is making a last-minute attempt to suppress votes ahead of unexpectedly competitive elections in the Lone Star State. With a month left to vote, Abbott signed an executive order on Thursday limiting each county to only one drop-off site for those voters who wish to turn in their ballots early. Texas AFL-CIO President Rick Levy (TSEU/CWA) responded, calling it an attempt to suppress the right to vote."
National Hispanic Heritage Month Profiles: Esther López: "Throughout National Hispanic Heritage Month, the AFL-CIO will be profiling labor leaders and activists to spotlight the diverse contributions Hispanics and Latinos have contributed to our movement. Today's profile features Esther López."
Economy Gains 661,000 Jobs in September; Unemployment Declines to 7.9%: "The U.S. economy gained 661,000 jobs in September, and the unemployment rate declined to 7.9%, according to figures released Friday morning by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The improvements reflect the continued resumption of economic activity that previously was curtailed because of the COVID-19 pandemic."
MM&P Backs COVID-19 Relief Funding for Maritime Security Program: "Masters, Mates & Pilots (MM&P) thanked the House leadership and supports the new version of the HEROES Act, introduced in Congress earlier this week to provide COVID-19 relief. The legislative package includes emergency funding for the Maritime Security Program, which provides America’s military access to a variety of vessels, including privately owned U.S.-flag ships operated by members of MM&P and other U.S. maritime unions."
Poor People’s Campaign Marches on the Supreme Court: "The Rev. Dr. William J. Barber II, co-chair of the Poor People's Campaign: A National Call for Moral Revival, led 100 leaders of different faiths in a silent march from Capitol Hill to the Supreme Court to honor the lives of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Breonna Taylor, and to remind us all of the importance and urgency of voting. 'My brothers and sisters, I would rather not be here to render judgment on what’s going on. But I do know there comes a time when the men and women of God have to call it,' Barber explained."
Vote for Worker-Friendly Candidates: In the States Roundup: "It's time once again to take a look at the ways working people are making progress in the states."
UWUA Helps America’s Veterans Transition to Good Jobs: "The Utility Workers’ (UWUA’s) Power for America Training Trust Fund (P4A) announced last week it is the recipient of a $200,000 Lumina Foundation grant to help service members successfully transition into post-military careers."
Kenneth Quinnell Fri, 10/09/2020 - 10:39
