Access to health care without fear and intimidation is every person’s right. We must be able to control our own bodies—which has a direct impact on economic justice and the ability of working people to make a better life for themselves and their families.
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. is right – being in a union means that someone will always have your back, and will fight for what’s right. That’s the union difference. #AFSCMETogether #1u
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We're so proud of our Google Fiber members based in Kansas City, Missouri who are a part of this trend!
And excited to keep organizing Alphabet & Google to file for & win more NLRB elections!
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Big News: Union activity in the US is skyrocketing. The number of filings for union elections is up 56% this fiscal year compared to 2021, new data from the NLRB shows.
As of May 25, petitions for union elections this fiscal year 2022 has surpassed 2021.
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An injury to one is an injury to all. You can’t fight for economic justice without fighting for racial justice too. #BlackLivesMatter
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We know that threatening political rhetoric has the power to incite those with violent tendencies to use hate speech as an invitation for violence. We can disagree with public figures, but we cannot allow fear or intimidation to have any place in our democratic process.
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As the 2022 midterm election cycle heats up, we must be vigilant in ensuring that hate speech meant to fire up a base is called out immediately.
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Peaceful protest is a cornerstone of democracy, but the escalating acts of intimidation against public figures we have seen as of late are unacceptable.
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We strongly condemn the extremist, racially charged threats of violence against at her home in West Seattle this past weekend. We are glad she is safe. Words have consequences, and our labor movement has zero tolerance for threatening language or hate crimes.
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The labor movement is calling on the to do whatever is necessary to ensure our union sister Brittney Griner is brought home swiftly & safely. #WeAreBG #FreeBrittneyGriner #WeAreNotThe144WithoutBG
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🧵During the first nine months of FY22, union representation petitions filed at the NLRB have increased 56%—up to 1,935 from 1,240 during the same period in FY21. At the same time, unfair labor practice charges have increased 14.5%—from 11,451 to 13,106. nlrb.gov/news-outreach/
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For a truly equitable economic recovery, we must keep investing in our care economy—and all jobs must have family-sustaining wages & benefits, with equal opportunities for women of color & women with disabilities.
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Women gained *83* percent of the jobs added to the economy in June, a sign of positive growth.
But this isn't enough. Many of these jobs are underpaid & workers are undervalued. #JobsReport
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It’s #PrimeDay. Your two-day shipping comes at a high cost to workers.
34,000 Amazon warehouse workers were seriously injured in 2021.
That’s about TWICE the serious injury rate at non-Amazon warehouses.
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Flexing the collective power we have as workers is THE prime way for management to learn about workplace dignity & respect.
Congratulations, ! There is power in a union! #1u
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WE HAVE AN AGREEMENT We bargained into the night and we’ve REACHED A DEAL! Thank you for all your support and solidarity. Feel free to click away @WIRED on Tuesday and Wednesday for Prime Day. @wiredunion forever...when we fight, WE WIN!
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An equitable clean energy future centered around good union jobs!
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The Harper Union is made up of ~250 junior and mid-level employees across editorial, design, marketing, publicity, sales, legal, and managing ed. We make books, and we make books happen. But we've been reporting to work without a contract for almost 3 months now. 🧵
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Mark your calendars! We'll be going on strike next Wednesday, July 20th.Show this thread
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Nearly 5 million Texans lost power a year ago. Now as temperatures hit record highs, Texans again face a wave of blackouts. Here's what went wrong and what needs to be done to fix Texas' grid. ibew.org/articles/21Ele
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The #BipartisanSaferCommunitiesAct is the most significant gun violence prevention legislation signed into law in nearly 30 years.
There's still so much left to do to end the gun violence epidemic, but this is how we start to make our schools, workplaces & communities safer.
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BREAKING: Dodger Stadium workers vote 99% to authorize strike ahead of MLB All-Star Game
Workers employed by concessionaire a subsidiary of food service giant seek a fair union contract. ⚾�
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After over a year, is back at the bargaining table fighting for a fair contract with . But if we don't reach a deal today, we're ready to walk out on Prime Day tomorrow!
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Starting today, after months of investigating, the Labor Board is prosecuting for over 200 violations of labor law in Western NY ALONE.
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. Biden: Nothing can bring back loved ones that we’ve lost. But because of the work of activists and survivors and congress, we will save lives in our communities. #BipartisanSaferCommunitiesAct
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You cannot claim to be a progressive company while union busting at the same time, and yet that is what continues to do.
Solidarity to in their upcoming union election! 🌲💚🌲
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ELECTION ANNOUNCEMENT
We are voting YES for our union in person on July 27th!
Follow along for more updates as we get closer to voting UNION YES! 
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Today, America lost a labor giant. Over his 31 years as president, Jerry McEntee transformed AFSCME into a beacon of hope for American workers and families.
Labor built the middle class. And Jerry fought for labor. Jill and I mourn this enormous loss.
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Our student debt crisis is:
—a kitchen table issue
—a racial justice issue
—an economic justice issue
—a workers justice issue
—a disability justice issue
—an inter-generational issue
—& more.
, it's time to #CancelStudentDebt.
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Today, together with our community and local leaders we are calling on CEO to stop their anti union behavior and voluntarily recognize our union Now is the time for to live up to their stated values and do what's right. How you can help 🔽
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Jerry McEntee was a visionary leader who led with passion and grace throughout his life.
The entire labor movement mourns the loss of our friend and will continue our fight for equality for all workers in his memory.
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Weekend plans: learn about your organizing and bargaining rights.
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