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Service + Solidarity Spotlight: New Mexico Federation of Labor Wins Paid Sick Leave Service + Solidarity Spotlight: New Mexico Federation of Labor Wins Paid Sick Leave 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. After nearly a year of hard work, the New Mexico Federation of Labor rejoiced as Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham signed House Bill 20, the Healthy Workplaces Act, into law. This bill institutes earned sick leave for all private sector employees across the state. By signing this legislation, the governor brings New Mexico in step with 15 other states already providing basic worker protections. Set to become effective July 1, 2022, it will provide all private sector employees (including part-time, temporary and seasonal employees) with paid sick leave. The law provides for up to 64 paid hours per year for qualified leaves (employees earn one hour of sick leave for every 30 hours worked). “Today, New Mexico’s workers, families and businesses now have the opportunity to establish a healthier workforce and therefore healthier workplaces. While the pandemic may have brought the critical need for sick leave into focus, the need has always been there. Today, earned paid sick leave becomes reality for tens of thousands of hardworking New Mexicans. Today is a win for working families,” said the New Mexico Federation of Labor in a statement. Kenneth Quinnell Fri, 04/16/2021 - 09:30 Tags: COVID-19, Community Service — Apr 16
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Pathway to Progress: The Pregnancy Discrimination Act of 1978 Pathway to Progress: The Pregnancy Discrimination Act of 1978 Planned Parenthood History has long been portrayed as a series of "great men" taking great action to shape the world we live in. In recent decades, however, social historians have focused more on looking at history "from the bottom up," studying the vital role that working people played in our heritage. Working people built, and continue to build, the United States. In our new series, Pathway to Progress, we'll take a look at various people, places and events where working people played a key role in the progress our country has made, including those who are making history right now. Today's topic is the Pregnancy Discrimination Act (PDA) of 1978. In the late 1970s, conditions in the United States were ripe for positive change for working families. Jimmy Carter and a pro-union majority in Congress were pushed by active and organized civil rights and women's movements. Labor unions were ready to push for change. In 1976, the Supreme Court ruled in General Electric v. Gilbert that employers could refuse benefits to pregnant women. The case was brought by the International Union of Electrical Radio and Machine Workers and after the court ruled against them, unions were inspired to fight harder. At the 1977 convention of the UAW a resolution declaring that "women's issues are also UAW issues" and pushing for stronger benefits related to affirmative action, child care and maternity. A special emphasis was placed on protecting the rights of pregnant workers. The UAW, AFL-CIO, Communications Workers of America (CWA) and the Women's Law Project joined with other unions, civil rights organizations and women's right's groups in order to secure passage of Pregnancy Discrimination Act, which passed in 1978. After passage, it was important to get employers to actually respect the law's provisions. Unions had the built-in infrastructure to reach the on-the-ground worksites across the country. The first step was for unions to begin including the protections of the PDA into collective bargaining agreements. This included member and employer education, the remedying violations through grievance procedures and other measures. UAW negotiated with the Big Three automakers in order to secure these benefits and others. Once the Big Three were on board, the changes began to spread to other companies in the industry and beyond. When the PDA passed, it essentially gave pregnant workers the same rights and benefits as workers with disabilities. Unions made sure that collective bargaining agreements reflected this. That meant that workers got access to paid sick leave and insurance and the option to lighter-duty work. These benefits were scarce at nonunion worksites, except that, no matter where one works, they could no longer be fired for pregnancy. Workers and nonunion workplaces attempted to get the measures of the PDA implemented, but often faced resistance from local management, who clung to stereotypes about women workers and pregnant women. The UAW and other unions used internal communications, workshops and labor education programs to teach union leaders and shop stewards about the law and its ability to protect working women. Across the country, people were trained to take on the cause of their pregnant colleagues, stand up to management and pursue grievances or strikes to establish the rights included in the law. The Coalition of Labor Union Women (CLUW), which formed in 1974, had included the PDA as one of its goals from inception. CLUW members came together to figure out how to convince male union leaders to support the law. This effort was instrumental in pushing back against challenges against the law both from within the labor movement and without. In her summary of union efforts in support of the passage and implementation of the PDA, author Judith A. Scott said that the story of the passage of the PDA "is the story of how the empowerment of working women and collective action were crucial to improving workplace culture and practices for pregnant workers...and why those same factors are necessary today if we are to dramatically better the lives of working women. Through their unions, women workers can assert collective strength to win workplace improvements at the bargaining table and in the legislative arena through effective political campaigning." Source: "Why a Union Voice Makes a Real Difference for Women Workers: Then and Now," by Judith A. Scott. Kenneth Quinnell Thu, 04/15/2021 - 17:05 Tags: Pathway to Progress — Apr 15
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An Insult to All Working People: In the States Roundup An Insult to All Working People: 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:
Thanks to everyone who braved the cold yesterday and rallied for the PRO Act! We’re just getting started, and we won’t quit until our Senators support it! #1u #PassThePROAct pic.twitter.com/Knk1wPaVmG— Alaska AFL-CIO (@AKAFLCIO) April 9, 2021
Arizona AFL-CIO:And after you’ve called Senator Kelly, call @SenatorSinema! #PassThePROAct https://t.co/8GlQfOio6w— Arizona AFL-CIO // #PassThePROAct (@ArizonaAFLCIO) April 8, 2021
California Labor Federation:Great victory for working people who fought tirelessly for this bill! Congratulations to all the @unitehere workers & locals who made this happen with tremendous leadership from @LorenaSGonzalez @SenMariaEDurazo & many other champions in the legislature! https://t.co/OHXvczkYyW— California Labor Federation (@CaliforniaLabor) April 15, 2021
Colorado AFL-CIO:A union contract is the single best tool we have to close racial and gender wage gaps in the workforce, and to ensure dignity and due process for workers, regardless of where we were born, who we are, or what industry we work in. #PassthePROAct pic.twitter.com/GMfkUkDAUV— Colorado AFL-CIO (@AFLCIOCO) April 8, 2021
Connecticut AFL-CIO:Outrageous voter suppression laws in Georgia will limit the right to vote and silence citizens. But here in CT, we've never even won the freedoms that Georgia voters are seeing restricted. #Connecticut, don’t be Georgia. Pass #VotingRights reforms now! https://t.co/mieemGwyh2— Connecticut AFL-CIO (@ConnAFLCIO) April 12, 2021
Florida AFL-CIO:Happening Now: Educators from across the Sunshine State are here in Tallahassee to speak out about Senate Bill 1014, an attack on frontline workers' constitutional rights. https://t.co/POVnthRpAe— Florida AFL-CIO (@FLAFLCIO) April 14, 2021
Georgia AFL-CIO:HUGE congratulations to @RepublicService workers in Cumming! Welcome to our family- we know @Teamsters 728 is going to take good care of y’all. #1u https://t.co/Jv70q6OSAn— Georgia AFL-CIO // Pass The #ProAct (@AFLCIOGeorgia) April 14, 2021
Indiana State AFL-CIO:We agree. If you’re a union member that wants to learn more about running tor office, join us in on May 18! https://t.co/1juNvUWoBB https://t.co/kCGwVZm1IS pic.twitter.com/Y1BCnkzNcK— Indiana AFL-CIO (@INAFLCIO) April 12, 2021
Iowa Federation of Labor:AFL-CIO News Updates: PrO Act; Minnesota; New Poll; UAW; NNU and AGMA https://t.co/EmaI3zuKsu— Iowa AFL-CIO (@IowaAFLCIO) April 15, 2021
Maine AFL-CIO:The most insulting part of this hearing was when Rep. Shelley Rudnicki claimed that young workers don't deserve to be paid even the minimum wage for their labor. Just disgraceful. #mepolitics https://t.co/UnjPBoVVen— Maine AFL-CIO (@MEAFLCIO) April 13, 2021
Massachusetts AFL-CIO:"Our municipal employees have been essential to the state's COVID-19 response. We were disappointed to see @MassGovernor @CharlieBakerMA's amendment to exclude them from paid sick leave benefits." -@RonMariano & @KarenSpilka #mapoli https://t.co/mJppCIK64w— Massachusetts AFL-CIO // Pass the #PROAct (@massaflcio) April 8, 2021
Minnesota AFL-CIO:Statement on the Police Killing of Daunte Wright https://t.co/EgXPMKn7cf #1u #mnleg #BlackLivesMatter #DaunteWright @AFLCIO pic.twitter.com/sS4M4yy6XK— Minnesota AFL-CIO (@MNAFLCIO) April 13, 2021
Missouri AFL-CIO:Missouri gets a C-. This is unacceptable. The #AmericanJobsPlan would create union jobs while boosting our state's infrastructure. The Plan has support from the majority of Americans. It is time to get it done. https://t.co/Wph2YMqHFK— Missouri AFL-CIO (@MOAFLCIO) April 12, 2021
Montana AFL-CIO:If Governor Gianforte supports Montana's workers, good paying jobs and high quality work, he will veto HB201! #mtpol #mtleg #mtgov #mtnews pic.twitter.com/QLayu7QJgW— Montana AFL-CIO (@MTaflcio) April 12, 2021
Nevada State AFL-CIO:#SB386 would give thousands of workers the #RightToReturn to their jobs when business resumes.📲 Visit https://t.co/mGPRvMdGJd➡️ Type SB386, click “In Favor," & fill out your info✔️ Click “Submit” to have your voice heard! pic.twitter.com/EuW5uMEcK9— Nevada State AFL-CIO // Pass the #PROAct (@NVAFLCIO) April 15, 2021
New Hampshire AFL-CIO:"The median income in RTW states is about $10k lower than in non-RTW states! Now is not the time to undercut the income of New Hampshire families. It is time for legislators to stand up for Granite State working families & reject this kind of con game." https://t.co/CPHxs4n7Cw— NewHampshire AFL-CIO (@NHAFLCIO) April 12, 2021
New York State AFL-CIO:New York State 2021-2022 Budget Summary https://t.co/c23DI6avd7— NYS AFL-CIO // #UnionStrong (@NYSAFLCIO) April 9, 2021
North Carolina State AFL-CIO:The Jewish Case for Unions https://t.co/0o5bJqH1yL via @hey_alma #1u #UnionStrong— NC State AFL-CIO // Pass the #PROAct! (@NCStateAFLCIO) April 14, 2021
Ohio AFL-CIO:RSVP: Excited to announce a “Labor Loves The Library” event with @AnandWrites and @AFLCIO President @RichardTrumka, moderated by @ToledoLibrary. Learn how the economic system is rigged against working people and some ways to solve the inequality crisis.https://t.co/9qpqfzQjzm— Ohio AFL-CIO (@ohioaflcio) April 13, 2021
Oklahoma State AFL-CIO:Check out this week's The Union Break Episode.We had a guest, President Tim O'Connor with the Central Oklahoma Labor Federation. We had a great discussion about the PRO Act.Check it out! #OKBreakhttps://t.co/bhWeAcOB6A— Oklahoma AFL-CIO (@OK_AFL_CIO) April 9, 2021
Oregon AFL-CIO:We are excited to support a diverse and inspiring group of candidates, many of whom are union members running for school boards and local offices around the state. Join us tomorrow night at 5:15pm for our #LABOR2021 Kickoff! #OregonLabor #ORpol #1u https://t.co/OG4PTGLKWQ— Oregon AFL-CIO / PASS THE PRO ACT (@OregonAFLCIO) April 14, 2021
Pennsylvania AFL-CIO:We applaud the investment in our infrastructure and good, union jobs! Let's build back better in #Appalachia. ✊https://t.co/4JrVN1cwZq— PA AFL-CIO (@PaAFL_CIO) April 12, 2021
Rhode Island AFL-CIO:****PRESS RELEASE****URI Part Time Faculty United Vote to Join Rhode Island Council 94, AFSCME, AFL-CIO #1U @RICOUNCIL94 pic.twitter.com/a9wHxiWf11— Rhode Island AFL-CIO (@riaflcio) April 15, 2021
Tennessee AFL-CIO Labor Council:To be clear, these are not family-sustaining jobs. They are often low-paying, offer little-to-no benefits, and are the reason why TN is the leader in minimum wage jobs. https://t.co/553h1nzI0h— Tennessee AFL-CIO (@tnaflcio) April 15, 2021
Texas AFL-CIO:Thank you to activists from the @gcaflcio/Houston area who showed in numbers today to talk with State Senator @whitmire_john. Members shared real stories and advocated on issues such as raising wages, protecting licensed trades, access to voting, and more. @IUPAT_DC88 @IATSE pic.twitter.com/a2oEUe195J— Texas AFL-CIO (@TexasAFLCIO) April 14, 2021
West Virginia AFL-CIO:The PRO Act (Protecting the Right to Organize) is a proposal to override right-to-work laws and expand the ability of workers to form a union. In West Virginia, we find that the #PROAct is backed by a majority of voters. Call and urge support for the PRO Act!! 👇 pic.twitter.com/QHCcPPNGYa— West Virginia AFLCIO (@WestVirginiaAFL) April 8, 2021
Wisconsin State AFL-CIO:Federal officials and Gov. Tony Evers preserve $70 million a month in food assistance in Wisconsin https://t.co/4FDPTFiI94— WI AFL-CIO (@wisaflcio) April 14, 2021
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Service + Solidarity Spotlight: Nebraska AFL-CIO Rallies with Meatpacking Workers in Lincoln Service + Solidarity Spotlight: Nebraska AFL-CIO Rallies with Meatpacking Workers in Lincoln 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. On April 8, Nebraska State AFL-CIO President/Secretary-Treasurer Martin spoke at a rally in Lincoln, Nebraska, with members of United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW) Local 293 who are in the middle of contract negotiations with Smithfield Foods. Smithfield has refused to negotiate for COVID-19 protections and is opposing any state legislation. Martin talked about how passing the Protecting the Right to Organize (PRO) Act is vitally important in guaranteeing workers the right to negotiate for better working conditions without fear or intimidation by our employers. Some 50 people showed up in the rain to show their support for the workers. Kenneth Quinnell Thu, 04/15/2021 - 09:25 Tags: COVID-19, Community Service — Apr 15
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Build Back Better with Unions: What Working People Are Doing This Week Build Back Better with Unions: 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. A. Philip Randolph Institute:
pic.twitter.com/R9qYeNlPUt— APRI National (DC) (@APRI_National) April 8, 2021
Actors' Equity:Learn more about Equity's terms for the use of archive recordings and remote work, effective through December 31, 2021 -https://t.co/MUB60Meckj pic.twitter.com/qh8HLJYBJo— Actors' Equity (@ActorsEquity) April 14, 2021
AFGE:Thousands of COVID-19 cases that were previously denied will be reviewed by the Office of Workers’ Compensation Programs. As a result, more families are more likely to receive the benefits they deserve. Our union stands ready to help! https://t.co/nBAFpFxkRh— AFGE (@AFGENational) April 13, 2021
AFSCME:After years of leading the fight for civil rights from outside the Department of Justice, @vanitaguptaCR and @KristenClarkeJD are now poised to lead and reshape it. Read more on why senators must #ConfirmGupta and #ConfirmClarke. https://t.co/ywZLx8bDgk— AFSCME (@AFSCME) April 13, 2021
Alliance for Retired Americans:Wealthy pharmaceutical corporations are starting to feel the heat on drug pricing.Congress must keep the pressure on by doing things like requiring Medicare to negotiate lower prices. https://t.co/jju7QIiE3h #LowerDrugPricesNow #LetMedicareNegotiate— Alliance for Retired Americans (@ActiveRetirees) April 14, 2021
Amalgamated Transit Union:Transit workers have been #frontlineheroes keeping their communities and economies moving during the pandemic. https://t.co/OEzjYksvyg via @NBCNewsTHINK #1u #Transit— ATU, Transit Union (@ATUComm) April 14, 2021
American Federation of Teachers:ICYMI: You can watch last night's conversation with @EPAMichaelRegan, @JaneFonda, and @VarshPrakash on climate change, green jobs, and more at the link below.Want to do more? Text THRIVE to 69238 to join our text list & take action! #TimeToTHRIVE https://t.co/HKmF30z9M4— AFT (@AFTunion) April 14, 2021
American Postal Workers Union:"American Rescue Plan lays the foundation for robust cash support for American workers and families..the country lacks the infrastructure to get the cash to people quickly & cheaply. If we are serious about building back better then now is the time." https://t.co/K4yLAc3OXA— APWU National (@APWUnational) April 13, 2021
Asian Pacific American Labor Alliance:Join us on April 21 for The #JusticeForJeyasre Vigil to honor the life of Indian garment worker & union member Jeyasre Kathiravel, who organized in her workplace against gender based violence before her untimely death. @GLJhub @ilrf @asia_floorwage https://t.co/rOVvwLog2S pic.twitter.com/l4GSH2jDNB— Asian Pacific American Labor Alliance, AFL-CIO (@APALAnational) April 13, 2021
Association of Flight Attendants-CWA:Working mothers have suffered during the COVID-19 pandemic. They have faced job and economic losses, and been forced to choose between caring for a family member or keeping their job. The impact will last for years unless Congress takes action. #HFANow #paidsickdays— AFA-CWA (@afa_cwa) April 13, 2021
Bakery, Confectionery, Tobacco Workers and Grain Millers:We cannot rely on a Democratic majority alone to make this happen! That is why we are flooding the Senate phone lines to demand they protect our right to organize.Call your Senators NOW and tell them to PASS THE #PROAct! 📞 866-832-1560 pic.twitter.com/0L2koDtwcs— BCTGM International (@BCTGM) April 8, 2021
Boilermakers:We are so proud of our #Boilermaker sister, Martina Taite 🎉 who was selected as an April @NABTU_TWBN Tradeswomen Hero! Read more about Sister Taite: https://t.co/F6f2d2OSnb pic.twitter.com/JaLU7xV5tP— Boilermakers Union (@boilermakernews) April 12, 2021
Bricklayers:Fact: Getting a #COVID19 vaccine, wearing a mask, staying at least 6 feet away from others, and washing your hands are all needed to stop the pandemic. #WeCanDoThis Get the facts at: https://t.co/3CdIJLfFdG pic.twitter.com/rAQ1AhX5Gn— Bricklayers Union (@IUBAC) April 13, 2021
Coalition of Black Trade Unionists:We will never comply with our oppression. Never! https://t.co/9zujR3j7Bx— CBTU (@CBTU72) April 11, 2021
Coalition of Labor Union Women:NOW Watch the Care Can't Wait Summit, highlighting the importance of domestic workers. We need better care infrastructure -- universal child care, paid leave, & care jobs as union jobs. Watch here: https://t.co/MYPqS2LKVH pic.twitter.com/hlHi91kD8V— CLUW National (@CLUWNational) April 10, 2021
Communications Workers of America:🥳✊🥳✊ https://t.co/doBUKIF4di— CWA (@CWAUnion) April 14, 2021
Department for Professional Employees:"Unions... could offer people power — the ability to mobilize their members and their members’ friends and neighbors in a way corporations couldn’t. And we need that kind of countervailing power more than ever." 🙌🙌🙌 https://t.co/HdCwIlb7MA— Department for Professional Employees (@DPEaflcio) April 14, 2021
Electrical Workers:Green jobs should be good jobs. That’s why the #IBEW is working with Dominion Energy to ensure offshore wind power project grows the middle class. https://t.co/2HycQLt05U #LaborStandardsNow— IBEW (@IBEW) April 14, 2021
Farm Labor Organizing Committee:Great words from our founder and President! https://t.co/N6Y6T1uwtx— Farm Labor Organizing Committee (@SupportFLOC) April 14, 2021
Fire Fighters:We have 21 work groups looking at program areas, operations and services with an eye towards improving how our union delivers for our members. Visit https://t.co/A6tfGQ5kKf #IAFFStrong pic.twitter.com/mPwiLMXYo7— IAFF (@IAFFNewsDesk) April 14, 2021
Heat and Frost Insulators:Here is what you can expect from us when you start a career with the Insulators Union: secure retirement, livable wage, health insurance and room for advancement. Watch as this job changed these people's lives: https://t.co/9j9gPG2Jjz— Insulators Union 🦎 (@InsulatorsUnion) April 14, 2021
International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers:We welcome @BrookingsUnion and @UrbanInst_Union to their new union and call on management to IMMEDIATELY recognize these unions and start negotiations. #1u https://t.co/AjImgpCn1Z— IFPTE (@IFPTE) April 13, 2021
Ironworkers:The recently passed coronavirus relief package will pay benefits through 2051 for MEP plans that were headed toward insolvency, many of which affect the construction industry.https://t.co/d0144gpQ3d— Ironworkers. (@TheIronworkers) April 5, 2021
Labor Council for Latin American Advancement:85, 82, 63, 60, or 55 cents are NOT numbers on paper, they are vivid evidence for supporting the #PaycheckFairnessAct in order to diminish the #WageGap https://t.co/4fdt3nnDgG pic.twitter.com/oLLPSdmxwT— LCLAA (@LCLAA) April 14, 2021
Laborers:#ICYMI: @LIUNA Local 66's own Joe Smith, Jr. is the new @WorldBoxingOrg Light Heavyweight champ!Smith won with a majority decision over Maxim Vlasov, 115-112, 115-113, 114-114.Joe showed what it means to be #UnionStrong.Congrats Champ! https://t.co/fMjRZ7wnbe— LIUNA Eastern Region (@LiUNAEasternReg) April 12, 2021
Machinists:Wage improvements, health and wealth increases, stronger job protection language - just a few reasons why nearly 50 machinist members who support the C-26 and UC-35 aircraft programs, voted unanimously for a new four-year IAM contract. https://t.co/QIzv3Z01a3— Machinists Union ✈️🚊🚀 (@MachinistsUnion) April 14, 2021
Metal Trades Department:Did you know that the number of women-owned businesses have grown by approximately 21%? However businesses owned by women of color have grown by about 43% and continue to grow. #DiversityMonth pic.twitter.com/xxuZlZI12E— Metal Trades Dept. (@metaltradesafl) April 14, 2021
Mine Workers:President Roberts discusses the need for the ongoing strike at Warrior Met Coal in Alabama.#UnitedWeStand #MinersSavedWarriorMethttps://t.co/wZKvH1iNVm— United Mine Workers (@MineWorkers) April 13, 2021
Musical Artists:We are doing our best to rebuild this industry from the inside out, through the use of our collective voice during these negotiations. We are the architects for a better Met, and a more equal, just, and safe opera industry. Cont. reading: https://t.co/qloJqkoq4P pic.twitter.com/uB2MLbP4xd— AGMA (@AGMusicalArtist) April 12, 2021
National Air Traffic Controllers Association:A pilot, flying in IMC in February 2020, encountered some instrument failures & needed help. Kansas City Center (ZKC) member, experienced pilot, and Central Region Archie League Medal of Safety Award winner Sarah Owens was the perfect person to help. https://t.co/YFLEkrranE pic.twitter.com/Mdpev1T7Zl— NATCA (@NATCA) April 14, 2021
National Association of Letter Carriers:Looking for some creative kids activities this weekend? Our free printable activity book is great for homeschool or even a fun travel activity! Learn about letter carriers while you complete our activity book. Download today, or we can send a printed copy. https://t.co/FBVCZeW6G3 pic.twitter.com/mteeAT6eqx— Letter Carriers (@NALC_National) April 13, 2021
National Day Laborer Organizing Network:We can sign petitions, donate, support organizers on the ground, and keep making our voices heard to make it known that this violence cannot be tolerated any longer. https://t.co/4Aehhjduwy— Domestic Workers (@domesticworkers) April 14, 2021
National Federation of Federal Employees:Continued support for feds and their families fighting through the #COVID pandemic, strengthening civil service protections, and fixing RIF procedures were just a few of a myriad of topics discussed at yesterday's meeting with House and Senate leadership.https://t.co/Gys6cJJazD— NFFE (@NFFE_Union) April 13, 2021
National Nurses United:⏰New public webinar⏰We Mourn and We Fight: RNs Rise Up Against Anti-Asian ViolenceAs the nation reels from an upsurge in racist & sexist attacks on #AAPI communities, join #nurses & community leaders as we honor those lost to acts of violence.RSVP👇https://t.co/0f4ikavxcX pic.twitter.com/H3WMuYVHPj— NationalNursesUnited (@NationalNurses) April 14, 2021
National Taxi Workers Alliance:Today is Day 27. The 9th day in our 9 day protest cycle. Join us as we protest and march for a proposal that actually solves our debt crisis, and as we hold a prayer for our 9 brothers fallen to suicide and a prayer for our future. 1PM to 3PM City Hall (Broadway and Murray) pic.twitter.com/51hnEw3Nj9— NY Taxi Workers (@NYTWA) April 14, 2021
NFL Players Association:When it comes to pushing for change, we’re not sitting on the sidelines. #blacklivesmatter pic.twitter.com/Qs36OPY63x— NFLPA (@NFLPA) April 14, 2021
North America's Building Trades Unions:“When I finished my apprenticeship, I just felt like it was the 𝙗𝙞𝙜𝙜𝙚𝙨𝙩 𝙖𝙘𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙥𝙡𝙞𝙨𝙝𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙄 𝙝𝙖𝙙 𝙨𝙤 𝙛𝙖𝙧.”Read about this @TheIronworkers member and her pathway into a #BuildingTrades career!https://t.co/drZ6mofOR8— The Building Trades (@NABTU) April 14, 2021
Office and Professional Employees:Building back better means addressing the wage gap. Addressing the wage gap means passing the PRO Act. https://t.co/08qpNwQWN5— OPEIU ║ #PassThePROAct ✊ (@OPEIU) April 13, 2021
Painters and Allied Trades:Apprenticeships have positively transformed millions of lives like those featured in this video.Our union is determined to give the opportunities and benefits our apprenticeship program can provide to as many people as possible. pic.twitter.com/UqgWoQEUMu— IUPAT | Pass the PRO Act! (@GoIUPAT) April 13, 2021
Plasterers and Cement Masons:“A $2.1 trillion boost to public infrastructure spending over a decade could create 2.3 million jobs by 2024 and inject $5.7 trillion into the economy by 2029, according to an S&P Global report from last May.” #InfrastructureNow #AmericanJobsPlan https://t.co/aKdl1GAmvr— OPCMIA International (@opcmiaintl) April 14, 2021
Plate Printers and Die Stampers: Plumbers and Pipe Fitters: Printing, Publishing and Media Workers: Professional Aviation Safety Specialists:PASS stands w/ @RWDSU & all workers @BAmazonUnion who fought for better work life, one that treats employees w/ dignity & respect. We support filing of Objections & ULP charges. PASS-represented employees at FAA want Amazon packages on planes/drones packed by union hands. #1u— PASS (@PASSNational) April 9, 2021
Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union:BREAKING: RWDSU is formally filing Objections and ULP charges against Amazon’s blatantly illegal conduct during the @BAmazonUnion election. We won’t rest until workers’ voices are heard fairly under the law--and when they are, we believe they will be victorious. #BAmazonUnion #1u pic.twitter.com/blj1tvNOtf— RWDSU (@RWDSU) April 9, 2021
Roofers and Waterproofers:Prevent falls from ladders. Download the NIOSH Ladder Safety app and use the angle measuring tool to set your ladder at the proper angle. https://t.co/OJc3s7vzGj #roofersafety365 pic.twitter.com/1bthC17QHs— Roofers Union (@roofersunion) April 14, 2021
SAG-AFTRA:SAG-AFTRA Members,Today we kick off a weeklong series of events to shine a spotlight on razing barriers and ending discrimination in the industry. We're calling it #STOPTHEHATE week. pic.twitter.com/UZwwPa5ozY— SAG-AFTRA (@sagaftra) April 13, 2021
Seafarers:CS Dependable Rescues Boater in Pacific - Seafarers International Union #1u #maritime #rescue https://t.co/fAxueIavuF— Seafarers Union (@SeafarersUnion) April 8, 2021
Solidarity Center:In Latin America, #domesticworkers—mostly black women & indigenous women—are breaking decades of intergenerational oppression & forging new paths thru holistic leadership training, expanding their strength by connecting w/ each other—Adriana Paz @IDWFED https://t.co/PHfy2D5V2i pic.twitter.com/M1Vp1QR252— Solidarity Center (@SolidarityCntr) April 14, 2021
TCU/IAM:Great meeting w/ Martha from @RepRaskin's office for #RailDay2021! Looking forward to working w/ Congress to increase staffing levels at the Railroad Retirement Board (RRB) and promote freight rail jobs across America! pic.twitter.com/mGuPhn774a— Transportation Communications Union/IAM (@TCUnionHQ) April 14, 2021
The NewsGuild-CWA:Hello, @NYTGuildTech! This is great news for tech workers and for journalism. Welcome to The NewsGuild @CWAUnion family. https://t.co/vphgK74N4m— NewsGuild-CWA (@newsguild) April 13, 2021
Theatrical Stage Employees:Let's ensure every employee has the right to bargain collectively without fear or intimidation. Let's pass the #ProAct! pic.twitter.com/X11OEg5htK— IATSE // #PROAct (@IATSE) April 14, 2021
Transport Workers Union:Hats off to the TWU Flight Attendants at Flight Services International for securing and ratifying their all important first contract. The final piece of a successful organizing drive is securing a collectively bargained agreement with the bosses. #1u— TWU (@transportworker) April 14, 2021
Transportation Trades Department:.@POTUS has long been an advocate for America’s railroads and the working people who help operate and maintain them. Read about Biden’s history as an avid Amtrak rider and advocate in this @BusinessInsider article. https://t.co/aQ9Y7OEGlT— Transp. Trades Dept. (@TTDAFLCIO) April 13, 2021
UAW:55 of the largest US companies paid $0 in income tax last year, despite making more than $40.5 billion in profits.It's time to close the loopholes and make sure everyone, including big corporations, pays their fair share. https://t.co/LMKL70u4zF— UAW (@UAW) April 13, 2021
Union Label and Service Trades Department:Richmond passes ‘hazard pay’ law to boost grocery worker pay during the pandemic – Silicon Valley https://t.co/hDJAm2K4OP— Union Label Dept. (@ULSTD_AFLCIO) April 8, 2021
Union Veterans Council:#BLM pic.twitter.com/JtwwROc0qq— Union Veterans Council (@unionveterans) April 13, 2021
UNITE HERE:For workers at Graton Casino, a raise means a better life. Going back to college to get your degree. Being able to afford your kid's braces.We're proud to represent workers at Graton Casino. Every employer should follow its lead. pic.twitter.com/jME6LajSbW— UNITE HERE #PROAct (@unitehere) April 13, 2021
United Food and Commercial Workers:ICYMI: @UnitedUfcw hosted a webinar featuring @DoloresHuerta engaging in a conversation around the future of Latinxs in the labor movement. #UnionStrong #1u— UFCW (@UFCW) April 14, 2021
United Steelworkers:Tell your Representative to vote YES on H.R. 1195! https://t.co/2pVP0k2Bz4— United Steelworkers (@steelworkers) April 14, 2021
United Students Against Sweatshops:Workers on the frontlines have been called “heroes” but the U.S. continues to have some of the most appalling anti-worker laws. Let’s change that with the #PROAct and let’s continue fighting on the ground for labor justice! #PROActNow #1u #WorkerPower #CancelStudentDebt pic.twitter.com/8wEz9B3ivJ— USAS (@USAS) April 9, 2021
Utility Workers:Workers are demanding better workplaces and a voice on the job, and America's current labor laws simply aren't designed to help them accomplish that goal.By @TylerSonnemaker for @thisisinsider:https://t.co/brFo3sZPGa— UWUA National (@The_UWUA) April 14, 2021
Working America:The Marathon refinery dumped skilled local workers in MN, hurting the local economy and increasing potential safety issues.Let’s hold Marathon accountable for their failed labor practices! #boycottMarathon & @speedway stations they own/supply. #MarathonFailsUs @BuildBetterMN pic.twitter.com/bX4OPGFc08— Working America (@WorkingAmerica) April 12, 2021
Writers Guild of America, East:"It’s a big step—not just for unionization in podcasting, but also for the tech industry overall, which has been slow to take up unionization and faced union-busting tactics when they do." #1Uhttps://t.co/jrHI7sUy1t— Writers Guild of America, East / #PROAct (@WGAEast) April 7, 2021
Kenneth Quinnell Wed, 04/14/2021 - 15:34 — Apr 14
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