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The PA AFL-CIO founded the Keystone Development Partnership to create workforce development programs that serve local communities.

2021 Executive Paywatch

High Paid CEOs and the Low Wage Economy

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Death on the Job: The Toll of Neglect, 2021

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Rights and Protections for All Working Families

Millions of undocumented immigrants, who are vital to our economic recovery, still live in fear because of our outdated and inhumane immigration system. It’s time to put an end to this injustice. Tell your senators to pass a budget that includes a broad pathway to citizenship.

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Our Mine Workers (UMWA) union family is on strike against management at Warrior Met Coal. Add your name to say you support their fight for a fair contract.

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Labor for Biden Event

President Biden has invested in infrastructure, strengthened workers’ rights, protected our retirements, boosted Buy American rules, helped families through a pandemic, lowered prescription costs and more.

Above all, he has championed unions.

16, Jun, 2023

We’re fighting for a better future for working moms

Mother’s Day is about appreciating the care, sacrifices and support mothers provide to their families every single day. We see you, we support you and we thank you.

12, May, 2023

PA AFL-CIO Endorses 2023 Judicial, House Primary Candidates

HARRISBURG, PA (April 10, 2023) — On behalf of 700,000 working men and women in Pennsylvania, represented by 51 International Unions and 1,422 Locals, the Pennsylvania AFL-CIO Executive Council endorsed four candidates in the Pennsylvania 2023 Primary Election and one candidate in the HD-16

08, May, 2023

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Secretary-Treasurer Fred Redmond on May Day: The Fight for Justice Is a Global One

This May Day, the secretary-treasurer of the AFL-CIO recounts the chilling effect the Haymarket Square massacre in Chicago had on union activism.

01, May, 2023

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25 Things You Need to Know from the 2023 Death on the Job Report

This 2023 edition of Death on the Job: The Toll of Neglect marks the 32nd year the AFL-CIO has produced a report on the state of safety and health protections for America’s workers.

26, Apr, 2023

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Native American Heritage Month Profiles: Eric Moore - Nov 17

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: President Shuler Calls Out Detroit Casino Ownership in Visit to ‘Strike City’ Picket Line - Nov 17

Native American Heritage Month Profiles: Russell Denny - Nov 15

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Cannabis Workers in Massachusetts Join UFCW - Nov 15

Native American Heritage Month Profiles: Robert Gilson - Nov 14

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Home Chef Workers in Illinois Join UFCW - Nov 14

Native American Heritage Month Profiles: Donna Lahr - Nov 13

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Brooklyn Museum Workers Ratify First Union Contract - Nov 13

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Supporters Unite in Solidarity with Medieval Times Performers United on Nine-Month Strike - Nov 9

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Los Angeles County Labor Federation Tackles Poverty and Homelessness - Nov 8