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Economy Gains 528,000 Jobs in July; Unemployment Down to 3.5% Economy Gains 528,000 Jobs in July; Unemployment Down to 3.5% The U.S. economy gained 528,000 jobs in July, and the unemployment rate edged down to 3.5%, according to figures released Friday morning by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Continuing strong job creation numbers are a clear sign that the worker-friendly policies implemented by President Biden are having a positive impact on working people. We are now back to the prepandemic unemployment rate and level of job numbers in a record time for a recovery. In response to the July job numbers, AFL-CIO Chief Economist William Spriggs tweeted the following:
The top-line report of year-over-year wage growth of 5.2% is misleading for wage growth direction. Minimum wage hikes makes it misleading. Leisure & Hospitality (with lots of minimum wage earners) was up 8.4% since last July, but earnings have been flat at near $17.74 since May pic.twitter.com/wSkPOjfzAr — William E. Spriggs (@WSpriggs) August 5, 2022
Job gains were robust in all industries, with continued recovery in the lowest wage (going down on the chart) Leisure & Hospitality, to the biggest gainer (going right on the chart) the average wage (the horizontal line at $32.27/hour) Education & Health Services. @AFLCIO pic.twitter.com/mxWwMgFfxD — William E. Spriggs (@WSpriggs) August 5, 2022
Black men's recovery in labor force participation has stalled, and they dropped in employment and rose in unemployment, their rate rose 5.3 to 5.7%. Black women improved participation, employment and unemployment, their rate fell 5.6 to 5.3%. Making this more mixed news. @AFLCIO — William E. Spriggs (@WSpriggs) August 5, 2022
The She-cession continues to be a She-covery, with 327,000 of the 528,000 payroll gains going to women. Over the year, women have made relative gains in Construction, Durable goods manufacturing, wholesale trade, transportation & warehousing and utilities. Good for wage equality. pic.twitter.com/dQEzubmIcu — William E. Spriggs (@WSpriggs) August 5, 2022
While private payroll has made a full recovery, employment is still down for local government education sector employees, 8.06 million in March 2020 to 7.77 million in July, so the gain from June to July of 27,400 was welcome. We need more public investment. @AFTunion @AFLCIO — William E. Spriggs (@WSpriggs) August 5, 2022
It is important to monitor wage growth over the shorter run (than year-over-year) because of the minimum wage effecting over 26 states making year-over-year confusing for market driven wage pressures. The @federalreserve is trying to slow a horse that is not galloping. https://t.co/a8lyk2B3KM — William E. Spriggs (@WSpriggs) August 5, 2022
The slow down in job openings, despite a good growth in payroll shows how turbulent the labor market is when it comes to actual job matching. Today's #JobsReport decline in Black male labor force participation suggests the intensity of employer's to hire may be waning. https://t.co/7JiP5SQGMJ — William E. Spriggs (@WSpriggs) August 5, 2022
Last month’s biggest job gains were in leisure and hospitality (+96,000), professional and business services (+89,000), health care (+70,000), government (+57,000), construction (+32,000), manufacturing (+30,000), social assistance (+27,000), retail trade (+22,000), transportation and warehousing (+21,000), information (+13,000), financial activities (+13,000) and mining (+7,000). Employment showed little change over the month in wholesale trade and other services. Among the major worker groups, the unemployment rate for adult women (3.1%) and White Americans (3.1%) declined. The jobless rates for teenagers (11.5%), Black Americans (6%), Hispanics (3.9%), adult men (3.2%) and Asian Americans (2.6%) showed little or no change over the month. The number of long-term unemployed workers (those jobless for 27 weeks or more) decreased in July and accounted for 18.9% of the total unemployed. While year-over-year wage gains were higher than last month’s, the trend in wage growth is stabilizing, although far below the rate of inflation. Kenneth Quinnell Fri, 08/05/2022 - 11:33 — Aug 5 -
Service + Solidarity Spotlight: University of Michigan’s Library and Museum Workers Organize Union With AFT Service + Solidarity Spotlight: University of Michigan’s Library and Museum Workers Organize Union With AFT 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. Hundreds of library and museum workers at the University of Michigan (UM) announced earlier this week that they are forming University Staff United/American Federation of Teachers (AFT) Michigan Local 284. The workers who are organizing said that they are motivated to collectively bargain for adequate pay, better advancement opportunities, more inclusive and flexible working conditions and access to affordable child care. The majority of workers are supporting the union drive. “On so many issues right now, university staff are at the mercy of the departments’ and the schools’ leadership,” said Samuel Simpson, a resource-sharing specialist at UM’s Ann Arbor campus. “If we’re unionized, management has to come to the table and brainstorm solutions alongside us. We’re not organizing to go against ‘them.’ We’re organizing to work better together.” Kenneth Quinnell Fri, 08/05/2022 - 09:38 — Aug 5
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Pass the Inflation Reduction Act: What Working People Are Doing This Week Pass the Inflation Reduction Act: 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:
Members can get involved with Equity in a variety of ways, whether your interest is to meet other members like you, support negotiations or advocate for arts initiatives. Applications are still being accepted for Equity communities and action teams - https://t.co/9s0bqbxaHf pic.twitter.com/iwqxjG6xaD— Actors' Equity (@ActorsEquity) August 4, 2022
AFGE:The FLRA has issued a complaint against the EEOC for violating federal labor law by failing to complete bargaining with our union before changing working conditions for EEOC employees. #1u https://t.co/DDrxqvy01V— AFGE (@AFGENational) August 4, 2022
AFSCME:Starting a new job can be tough, but when a co-worker lends a helping hand, it becomes so much easier. This Union 411 installment dives into the role we can all play as AFSCME ambassadors, helping new workers feel comfortable and connected. https://t.co/VkUUewBzvc— AFSCME (@AFSCME) August 3, 2022
Alliance for Retired Americans:The ACA has helped so many seniors get affordable health care, but some lawmakers are still trying to repeal it. Social Security, Medicare, prescription drug prices, and health care are all on the ballot this November.#RepublicanAgenda https://t.co/86QRdOPu8S— Alliance for Retired Americans (@ActiveRetirees) August 3, 2022
Amalgamated Transit Union:An ATU hero in Green Bay, WI. Thanks to our Local 857- Green Bay, WI, member for going above and beyond. https://t.co/995VA2jCbr #atuhero #1u— ATU, Transit Union (@ATUComm) August 3, 2022
American Federation of Teachers:The #InflationReductionAct would:✅Lower costs for working families✅Keep healthcare premiums low✅Create millions of jobs✅Help stop climate change✅Make our tax code fairer✅Lower the deficit & cut inflationTell your senators to pass it ASAP: https://t.co/cOAv94p2Ks pic.twitter.com/o15N9Rru4g— AFT (@AFTunion) August 4, 2022
American Postal Workers Union:#VoteByMail works. Let's strengthen democracy by ensuring everyone has access to the ballot. This is great news!https://t.co/OQQk3MOZeV— APWU National (@APWUnational) August 3, 2022
Asian Pacific American Labor Alliance:APALA decries Myanmar’s Military for their recent unjust execution of four pro-democracy activists. These executions are the first reported judicial executions by the junta in decades.Read our full statement: https://t.co/P3nNrpL88z— Asian Pacific American Labor Alliance, AFL-CIO (@APALAnational) August 3, 2022
Association of Flight Attendants-CWA:The @WHO has declared #monkeypox a global health emergency, its highest-level warning, and U.S. officials are weighing a similar declaration, as the virus spreads in countries where it is not traditionally found. Here’s what you need to know. https://t.co/UX3wn5pOGJ— AFA-CWA (@afa_cwa) August 1, 2022
Bakery, Confectionery, Tobacco Workers and Grain Millers:President Shelton never forgets the true friends of the BCTGM! Thank you @AFSCME for the unwavering support! #1u https://t.co/vTb0wKWG9m— BCTGM International (@BCTGM) July 13, 2022
Boilermakers:#Boilermakers Local 1 (Chicago) BM-ST Eric Davis was featured in a recent episode of Brotherhood Outdoors 🦌 Watch it here: https://t.co/X5VDxVqbLx @UnionSportsmen #BoilermakersUnion #UnionProud— Boilermakers Union (@boilermakernews) August 3, 2022
Bricklayers:It is 95 degrees today. Working in the sun with full PPE in such weather is never easy. BAC @bac1mvd PCC member Yaneth Valencia shared her experience working in the heat and how employers can be responsible to #ProtectWorkers and #BeatTheHeat pic.twitter.com/xQN0CDmead— Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers Union (@IUBAC) July 20, 2022
Coalition of Black Trade Unionists:https://t.co/SauGymfOkO— CBTU (@CBTU72) August 2, 2022
Coalition of Labor Union Women:#Abortion Always (via @NWLC) https://t.co/o5oxs4NEmA— CLUW National (@CLUWNational) August 2, 2022
Communications Workers of America:Congratulations @MWWCNM! ✊ https://t.co/loQZBvcZzN— CWA (@CWAUnion) August 2, 2022
Department for Professional Employees:LISTEN: DPE Communications Director @KT_Barrows overviews how DPE supports unions of professionals and collaborates with affiliates to grow the number of professionals in unions. https://t.co/VGCiJcL2Oc— Department for Professional Employees (@DPEaflcio) August 4, 2022
Electrical Workers:👇👇👇 pic.twitter.com/yHmN01HD2h— IBEW (@IBEW) August 3, 2022
Fire Fighters:Excellence takes work. Committee meetings have started here at #IAFF56th Convention pic.twitter.com/1CbvYnGM1u— International Association of Fire Fighters (@IAFFNewsDesk) August 4, 2022
Heat and Frost Insulators:Want a great ROI on your commerical or industrial property that pays for itself in as little as a year? Contact your local Mechanical Insulators Union and see how they can make your opperations more energy efficient. https://t.co/CWhCParPKN pic.twitter.com/6G8fQq2z7w— Insulators Union 🦎 (@InsulatorsUnion) August 4, 2022
International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers:IFPTE Sec. Treasurer speaking at the IFPTE Local 20 women’s conference. pic.twitter.com/owz2aGuvlD— IFPTE (@IFPTE) July 30, 2022
International Labor Communications Association:This #MemberMonday we’re spotlighting @Labor411! A one-stop resource for people who want to buy union-made goods and services, Labor 411’s print and online directory provides greater visibility to union products and union-made goods and services. pic.twitter.com/uzSIeUz2Kb— International Labor Communications Association (@ILCAonline) August 1, 2022
Ironworkers:Congratulations to the brave ironworkers at Mendel Steel & Ornamental Iron - Ironworkers are forming unions on jobsites and in shops everywhere! Are you ready to form a union where you work? Visit https://t.co/hxvByXI5uz ✊#ironworkers #UnionStrong https://t.co/HCDHSvLWxp— Iron Workers Union (@TheIronworkers) August 3, 2022
Jobs With Justice:Our friends at @npquarterly just published an excerpt from @saritasgupta and @SmileyJWJ's book #TheFutureWeNeed! Check it out (and don't forget to get yourself a copy of the book)! https://t.co/vOiHLETcK5— Jobs With Justice (@jwjnational) August 3, 2022
Labor Council for Latin American Advancement:Did you know you can now purchase LCLAA merch on our website?! Go to https://t.co/0wH92P1u16 to browse our products and proudly represent LCLAA! 🥳✊ #UnionStrong pic.twitter.com/bkUPc0bV76— LCLAA (@LCLAA) August 4, 2022
Laborers:Terry O’Sullivan, General President of #LIUNA made the following statement on the nomination of @jesslooman , a proud member of our great union, to serve as the Administrator of the Wage and Hour Division of the U.S. Department of Labor.READ STATEMENT:https://t.co/uV1kAw3K98 pic.twitter.com/eT4rrX8V7v— LIUNA (@LIUNA) July 27, 2022
Machinists:We agree with you, @SenAmyKlobuchar. Owen Herrnstadt is the right person to help our country meet this moment as a Board Member of the @EximBankUS https://t.co/mJGfpp77XA pic.twitter.com/P6Fygtou0d— Machinists Union (@MachinistsUnion) August 3, 2022
Metal Trades Department:Portsmouth Naval Shipyard families losing child care. NH, Maine senators push to help. https://t.co/eqzTFFyolm— Metal Trades Dept. (@metaltradesafl) August 4, 2022
Mine Workers:Never Forget. Heroes like Sid and Ed gave their lives so that workers could have the rights and freedoms we enjoy today — the very same rights and freedoms that are under attack today from corporate interests and their political allies. https://t.co/x7jVSBC26J— United Mine Workers (@MineWorkers) August 1, 2022
Musical Artists:The Staging Staff Caucus will host a Negotiating Workshop on Aug. 15, at 9PM ET. ALL AGMA members in good standing are invited to attend! This will assist AGMA members who may join negotiating committees in the future! https://t.co/KaChEGhcMI pic.twitter.com/2hqHqgSeNy— AGMA (@AGMusicalArtist) August 1, 2022
National Air Traffic Controllers Association:.@RepSamGraves and @EAA Chapter 1405 annually host “the Greatest Little Airshow”, attended this month by NATCA leadership and local NATCA members. https://t.co/ZnAll9P2ng pic.twitter.com/fWSqCoBo8B— NATCA (@NATCA) August 4, 2022
National Association of Letter Carriers:“I fervently believe that no matter whom we vote for or why, it is essential that we recommit ourselves to democracy by participating in it.” Read NALC President Fredric Rolando’s August President’s Message here: https://t.co/kfqZIcp2EY pic.twitter.com/B0SBGwIqf0— Letter Carriers (@NALC_National) August 4, 2022
National Day Laborer Organizing Network:👋🏼 Did you know we are now on TikTok?If you would like to see more of our organizing and media work, or tune in for more original content, give us a follow! 🔗 https://t.co/YFM9v1mZM9 pic.twitter.com/oQfpOGrzxW— NDLON (@NDLON) August 3, 2022
National Domestic Workers Alliance:“Domestic workers do the work that keeps our society functioning and makes all other work possible.” - @JennOStowe https://t.co/MNP7VGm4BL— Domestic Workers (@domesticworkers) August 3, 2022
National Federation of Federal Employees:Do you have federal student loans? If so, you may be able to benefit from temporary changes made to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. Just a few minutes of your time may save you thousands of dollars on your student loans. Read more here: https://t.co/Vra2GJ3RYw pic.twitter.com/vsRnR3ZTw8— NFFE (@NFFE_Union) July 20, 2022
National Nurses United:Today, hundreds of @UFWupdates farm workers begin a "March for the @CAgovernor's Signature" through California's Central Valley from Delano to Sacramento — a 335-mile, 24-day journey.In solidarity, union nurses are supporting farm workers along the way. Here's why. 🧵 (1/6) pic.twitter.com/MUF5nNK3Lz— NationalNursesUnited (@NationalNurses) August 3, 2022
National Taxi Workers Alliance:Sweltering heat can't hold us back. We are going to win because we've got the power. What kind of power? Union Power!!! #Raise4All #JobSecurity #EndUnfairDeactivations. We demand an income that honors our labor and job security that values our humanity. #1U #DriverPower pic.twitter.com/Xqq3nLDhV5— NY Taxi Workers (@NYTWA) August 3, 2022
NWSL Players Association:In collaboration with @Ally, we are pleased to introduce the finalists of the inaugural Ally Award. This award recognizes the athlete that embodies the idea of “teammate,” supporting and motivating rookies and veterans alike. Each finalist was nominated by their teammates. pic.twitter.com/Aw3jC0h7Cx— NWSLPA (@nwsl_players) July 28, 2022
NFL Players Association:A powerful story to share + reminder to ask for help when you need it. Thank you @Kj_hamler for your transparency and for inspiring others. Resources for players: https://t.co/w4CJPcwNk0. https://t.co/A74dSEUZ6b— NFLPA (@NFLPA) August 1, 2022
North America's Building Trades Unions:TBT: This January, NABTU joined @amprog for a panel discussion focusing on the importance of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and how it can be used to build a diverse, equitable infrastructure workforce.Check it out!https://t.co/U7domKV8lC— The Building Trades (@NABTU) August 4, 2022
Office and Professional Employees:More than half of workers surveyed don’t feel respected at work. That is unacceptable.👉https://t.co/nFg19iWVGr https://t.co/MeIQN698Z3— OPEIU (@OPEIU) August 1, 2022
Painters and Allied Trades:If there is a great hope for people that their situations can change for the better, it’s unions.Please take 2 minutes to listen to our members talk about how our union has positively changed their lives. pic.twitter.com/Jq2oF9O1i9— IUPAT (@GoIUPAT) August 3, 2022
Plasterers and Cement Masons:The #OPCMIA applauds enactment of the bipartisan CHIPS Act. It will create thousands of good-paying union US jobs, fight inflation, bolster our manufacturing & R&D capabilities, and strengthen our national security. Kudos to @POTUS for this breakthrough! https://t.co/zppmwX97fQ— OPCMIA International (@opcmiaintl) August 1, 2022
Pride At Work:In case anyone was confused, gender identity is not a political statement. Teachers should not have to hide who they are. @AFTunion @NEAToday @AFLCIO https://t.co/7XXjo8qBKl— Pride at Work (@PrideatWork) August 1, 2022
Professional Aviation Safety Specialists:PASS member Lisa Cotham (left) attended unveiling of Amelia Earhart statue in U.S. Capitol Natl Statuary Hall! Earhart only 11th woman honored. Cotham, FAA employee, PASS contract rep & bargaining team member, chairs trustees of Museum of Women Pilots in OKC #womeninaviation pic.twitter.com/OKpvMvNI25— PASS (@PASSNational) July 28, 2022
Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union:Having a strong union contract means something different to everybody. @RWDSU members from all across the country share their stories of how the power of collective bargaining has changed their lives for the better. We’re stronger together! #RWDSUstronghttps://t.co/9tWG15rlw7— RWDSU (@RWDSU) August 4, 2022
Roofers and Waterproofers:We roofers need to be extra careful in the heat. Learn more about recognizing and preventing symptoms of heat illness: https://t.co/NPwRP3R56R— Roofers Union (@roofersunion) August 4, 2022
SAG-AFTRA:Hey #sagaftramembers, are you working background? This is for you! Join us on Tuesday, August 9 at 10 PT / 1 ET as we cover the basics of compensation when working background on a TV/Theatrical/New Media production. RSVP 👉 https://t.co/hZLLlrhzOj pic.twitter.com/QR7T0gyuoD— SAG-AFTRA (@sagaftra) August 4, 2022
Seafarers:Paul Hall Center ARCM Class Raises Bar for Tech Skills - Seafarers International Union https://t.co/P17UvNEV2g #1u— Seafarers Union (@SeafarersUnion) August 4, 2022
Solidarity Center:The National Union of Mineworker is calling on the courts to mete out tough sentences after a gang of armed men raped eight women in Johannesburg, South Africa. @NUM_Media #africa #GBVH #enoughisenoughhttps://t.co/fLohOi0Lxg— Solidarity Center (@SolidarityCntr) August 4, 2022
TCU/IAM:Thank you, Brother Regan!!! https://t.co/43sgdBvzvR— Transportation Communications Union/IAM (@TCUnionHQ) July 26, 2022
The NewsGuild-CWA:Welcome, welcome, welcome! We're happy to have you join our ranks! https://t.co/KaBP1kUsrK— NewsGuild-CWA (@newsguild) August 3, 2022
Theatrical Stage Employees:We are now taking applications for our next distance learning Networking Technology class in partnership with AVIXA. Download the application for our September 12–14 & September 19–21 class on our website: https://t.co/W2FMJ13Qe2 pic.twitter.com/m5L3Qsrs96— IATSE Training Trust Fund (@IATSETTF) August 2, 2022
Transport Workers Union:"There are less workers doing the same amount of work, but on top of that, there are more cars coming in, so there's additional work. Its leading to a lot of unsafe activity." -- Brandon Redman @transportworker pic.twitter.com/NgeUMVsq2H— TWU (@transportworker) August 4, 2022
Transportation Trades Department:🚨 TODAY: Tune into our town hall with U.S. freight railroad workers and @AFLCIO Secretary-Treasurer @STRedmond at 11 AM Eastern. 115,000 railroaders are fighting for a good contract!✊#SupportRailWorkersYouTube: https://t.co/xdtzkVzAN1Facebook: https://t.co/InZGeBYJLU pic.twitter.com/RajgamImWw— Transportation Trades Department (@TTDAFLCIO) August 4, 2022
UAW:“We commend the announcement from Stellantis to invest in UAW facilities,” says UAW President Ray Curry. “When companies invest in UAW facilities, they are recognizing that UAW members add value to the company’s success.” https://t.co/5dQTbqByU7— UAW (@UAW) August 1, 2022
Union Label and Service Trades Department:Reuters US Journalists Plan to Strike For First Time In Decades - Bloomberg https://t.co/YTeQtdn65L— Union Label Dept. (@ULSTD_AFLCIO) August 4, 2022
Union Veterans Council:Toxic exposure was an original legislative priority of the @unionveterans in 2009 and has been every year since! Thank you to everyone who has supported this effort throughout the years. We Passed the PACT ACT!— Union Veterans Council🪖✊ Pass the #PROAct (@unionveterans) August 2, 2022
UNITE HERE:Housekeepers and cooks, who already faced tough working conditions in hotels, are now seeing their workloads increase due to the labor shortage.Hotels need to staff up by offering fair wages and working conditions - so hotel jobs are good jobs.https://t.co/0BOcVRRon1— UNITE HERE (@unitehere) August 3, 2022
United Food and Commercial Workers:NEW REPORT: UFCW partnered with the University of Nebraska Medical Center (@unmc)for one of the largest longitudinal surveys of union members who are essential workers covering the #COVID19 pandemic.Click below to explore the results from our nationwide survey:— UFCW (@UFCW) August 3, 2022
United Steelworkers:USW Backs Passage of Inflation Reduction Act https://t.co/gcWmdWLi69— United Steelworkers (@steelworkers) August 2, 2022
Utility Workers:All utilities—electric, gas and water services—have slashed their workforces in recent decades, putting communities at risk. Sign the UWUA’s petition to ensure we invest in the next generation of utility workers. https://t.co/DJOgdMDPQC— UWUA National (@The_UWUA) August 4, 2022
Working America:People are now using healthcare more than before the pandemic, insurers are using this to increase rates but this should LOWER rates. We need the healthcare industry to HELP now more than ever.— Working America | Pass the #PROAct (@WorkingAmerica) August 3, 2022
Writers Guild of America, East:We stand with ferry workers & call for a strong #FerryContractNow! ⛴ #1u https://t.co/nlJ7ZM8kyo— Writers Guild of America, East (@WGAEast) August 4, 2022
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Service + Solidarity Spotlight: UAW Member Shares Passion for Her Union and Her Work Service + Solidarity Spotlight: UAW Member Shares Passion for Her Union and Her Work 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. “I am the last person who sees the vehicle before it leaves out our building—and I take pride in what I do,” said Michelle Thomas, a member of UAW Local 600. She spends her workdays inspecting all-electric Ford F-150 trucks before they leave her facility to make sure they are ready to be sold. Thomas’ story was featured in a video at the UAW convention last week. She teared up when she spoke about her love for her union and the work she does for her fellow UAW members. “What I do…I do it from the heart,” Thomas explained. “Now I’m in a position where I can really help, and that the love that I have and the care that I have, I can give it to so many others.” Kenneth Quinnell Thu, 08/04/2022 - 09:56 — Aug 4
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One Job Should Be Enough: In the States Roundup One Job Should Be Enough: 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. Alabama AFL-CIO:
#onedaylonger https://t.co/fp1Vb2b61x— Alabama AFL-CIO (@AlabamaAFLCIO) July 20, 2022
Alaska AFL-CIO:Support our brothers and sisters at @unac4996AK by signing this petition! https://t.co/I3EFR59inS— Alaska AFL-CIO (@AKAFLCIO) July 25, 2022
Arizona AFL-CIO:Kick off Labor 2022 with the AZ AFL-CIO! We will be phone banking and getting to know our fellow union members. Sign up below: https://t.co/6rWkLt81Ve pic.twitter.com/U3fhdBOttf— Arizona AFL-CIO (@ArizonaAFLCIO) August 2, 2022
California Labor Federation, AFL-CIO:Today @LorenaSGonzalez will be sworn in as our new Executive Secretary-Treasurer after 26 years with the fearless @ArtPulaski’s retirement. Read @anitachabria’s column this morning in the @latimes to see what’s in store. https://t.co/o6qLV5eNYT— California Labor Federation (@CaliforniaLabor) July 27, 2022
Colorado AFL-CIO:LISTEN TONIGHT Labor Exchange 6:00 PM MDT -KGNU 88.5 FM 1390 https://t.co/fuXuspt1UVJoin our conversation with Carl Smith, SMART-TD to get an update on railroad worker negotiations and President Biden’s appointment of a Presidential Emergency Board. https://t.co/HN5UOU23Lo pic.twitter.com/OCGMhmEFUd— Colorado AFL-CIO (@AFLCIOCO) July 25, 2022
Connecticut AFL-CIO:Union members are out knocking doors in Middletown and Meriden today for pro-worker candidates! Thanks to @CEUI_SEIU_511 for hosting! #1u pic.twitter.com/Npb76o34BC— Connecticut AFL-CIO (@ConnAFLCIO) July 16, 2022
Florida AFL-CIO:Thank you to everyone who joined us at the 2022 Florida AFL-CIO convention, and a huge thank you to all of our union family who helped put together such an amazing event!https://t.co/kZilv3owRo— Florida AFL-CIO (@FLAFLCIO) July 12, 2022
Georgia State AFL-CIO:🚨 ATTENTION- we have a new date! 🚨Atlanta area brothers, sisters and siblings- join us Wednesday, August 10th at 6PM for a members townhall at the @IBEW613ATLANTA Auditorium. #1u pic.twitter.com/XLBGwU3L5G— Georgia AFL-CIO // Pass The #ProAct (@AFLCIOGeorgia) July 12, 2022
Indiana State AFL-CIO:Hustle culture is so cringe. One job should be enough.— Indiana AFL-CIO (@INAFLCIO) August 1, 2022
Iowa Federation of Labor, AFL-CIO:Support the Strikers https://t.co/LYpzWtN7Xe— Iowa AFL-CIO (@IowaAFLCIO) August 3, 2022
Maine AFL-CIO:Inspiring interview with @BrandiMcnease of Chipotle United! https://t.co/0KQifci2lT— Maine AFL-CIO (@MEAFLCIO) July 28, 2022
Maryland State and D.C. AFL-CIO:Union members are on their grind, #GOTV for @TomPerez, @ShannonSneed4MD, @BrookeELierman, @BrownforMD, and every last labor endorsed candidate up and down the ballot! #VoteUnion https://t.co/nZJ52r11EK— Maryland State and DC AFL-CIO (@MDDCStateFed) July 19, 2022
Massachusetts AFL-CIO:Labor Movement out in full force in #Salem for @MannyCruz_MA this morning #1u #mapoli pic.twitter.com/b7Q5kZq5UP— Massachusetts AFL-CIO // Build Back Better (@massaflcio) July 30, 2022
Michigan State AFL-CIO:There’s still time to register to vote! 👇👇👇 https://t.co/YjXpSjLDAB— Michigan AFL-CIO 💉💪 (@MIAFLCIO) August 2, 2022
Minnesota AFL-CIO:Another reason why we're fortunate to have @keithellison as our Attorney General. He helped craft the strongest wage theft law in the nation and he's helping workers recover unpaid wages. #1u https://t.co/JtuLs1txfV— Minnesota AFL-CIO (@MNAFLCIO) August 3, 2022
Missouri AFL-CIO:🗳️ 🇺🇸 Don't let others pick our future. Be active. Vote. 🗳️ 🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/fQtmg63h2J— Missouri AFL-CIO (@MOAFLCIO) July 31, 2022
Montana State AFL-CIO:Congratulations! #unionstrong https://t.co/nYVRVYCGYz— Montana AFL-CIO (@MTaflcio) July 28, 2022
Nebraska State AFL-CIO:Supporting Carol Blood for Nebraska Governor. #NewBlood #BloodDavis pic.twitter.com/0b5h1XCPEi— NE State AFL-CIO (@NEAFLCIO) July 20, 2022
New Hampshire AFL-CIO:The New Hampshire AFL-CIO is now accepting submissions of our candidate questionnaires for endorsement by our organization.The deadline for submissions is Friday, August 26th at 5:00 PM.https://t.co/h8PWoKeFJD— NewHampshire AFL-CIO (@NHAFLCIO) August 3, 2022
New Jersey State AFL-CIO:Say it with us: "CEOs, not workers, cause inflation."The average S&P 500 company’s CEO-to-worker pay ratio is now 324-to-1, up from 299-to-1 in 2020 and just 264-to-1 in 2019. CEOs got richer while workers sacrificed throughout the pandemic.#Greedflation #1u pic.twitter.com/Zhq9kAGggt— New Jersey AFL-CIO (@NJAFLCIO) July 20, 2022
New Mexico Federation of Labor, AFL-CIO:CONGRATULATIONS!!! 🎉 Welcome brothers and sisters! #1u https://t.co/nNH8zeoMaT— ✊ NMFL ✊ (@NMFLaflcio) August 2, 2022
New York State AFL-CIO:What better way to spend Labor Day Weekend than with your union family at the Mets game? Union members and their families get a free t-shirt with their ticket: https://t.co/UY9H128h4K pic.twitter.com/Ll6CTfySKW— NYS AFL-CIO // #UnionStrong (@NYSAFLCIO) August 2, 2022
North Carolina State AFL-CIO:We'll post more soon, but know that our hearts are full of love and solidarity thanks to the mighty Class of 2022! Happy weekend y'all! #laborschool #1u pic.twitter.com/wmmJlA6ZbF— NC State AFL-CIO // #OrganizeTheSouth (@NCStateAFLCIO) July 22, 2022
Ohio AFL-CIO:Come join our endorsed candidate for Governor @nanwhaley this Saturday in Parma as we work to elect pro-#union candidates across #Ohio.https://t.co/hLaF5XkHRJ— 🇺🇦 Ohio AFL-CIO (@ohioaflcio) August 3, 2022
Oregon AFL-CIO:“There are specific interventions the labor movement can make, beyond turning out voters and joining rallies.” https://t.co/DGAfl8sISr— Oregon AFL-CIO (@OregonAFLCIO) August 3, 2022
Pennsylvania AFL-CIO:Proud to represent 700,000 union member across the commonwealth! We mobilize our members and community partners to advocate for social and economic justice and we strive daily to vanquish oppression and make our communities better for all people. #PennsylvaniaDay #UnionProud #1U pic.twitter.com/aKtcNJxN9V— PA AFL-CIO (@PaAFL_CIO) July 21, 2022
Rhode Island AFL-CIO:This week the RI AFL-CIO endorsed @DanMcKeeRI for Governor! Here’s why🧵 pic.twitter.com/EMmIFWFjJR— Rhode Island AFL-CIO (@riaflcio) July 29, 2022
Tennessee AFL-CIO Labor Council:If you want to change who represents you in the Tennessee General Assembly and the halls of Congress, there's only one option: vote. Please remember to cast your ballot tomorrow (Thursday, August 4th) if you have not done so already. #1u via @TNLookout https://t.co/gAw5o9F6X2— Tennessee AFL-CIO (@tnaflcio) August 3, 2022
Texas AFL-CIO:A great kick off to our North Texas volunteer training tour! If you missed today, you can sign up for one the next sessions ⬇️ @NTX_RFieldOrg @TCCLC_AFLCIO #1u https://t.co/meeLqlYpKV pic.twitter.com/ygV4sjKgQ0— Texas AFL-CIO (@TexasAFLCIO) July 30, 2022
Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO:Every year, delegates at the WSLC Convention pass resolutions that guide the Council’s work. 2022 resolutions focus on: ✅abortion rights✅educator pay✅train crew safety✅racial justice✅Medicare privatization…and more! Read all about it at @TheStandWA ⬇️ #1u https://t.co/ohgnYgedUH— Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO (@WAAFLCIO) July 25, 2022
West Virginia AFL-CIO:A statement from West Virginia AFL-CIO President Josh Sword regarding the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022. #wvpol https://t.co/DFS199g9HG— West Virginia AFLCIO (@WestVirginiaAFL) July 29, 2022
Wisconsin State AFL-CIO:'We're just looking for a fair contract' | Railroad workers rally Saturday in Galesburg https://t.co/PQE10vvSQO— WI AFL-CIO (@wisaflcio) August 2, 2022
Kenneth Quinnell Wed, 08/03/2022 - 14:45 — Aug 3
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