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03 Sep, 2026

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16 union-first candidates on November ballot chart a new path for Texas politics

11 Aug, 2026

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Back to School: Texas AFL-CIO Announces $37.5K Awarded for College & Career-Building Scholarships in 2026

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PETITION: Solidarity with Starbucks Workers

Starbucks workers in 60-plus cities are on strike for a fair contract! Baristas at corporate stores are fighting for better pay, fair scheduling and respect on the job. We stand in solidarity with Starbucks workers.

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29 Apr, 2020

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29 Apr, 2020

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Unions, advocates say Trump putting meat packing workers at risk

The national union that represents workers in meatpacking and food processing jobs, the United Food and Commercial Workers, says the administration should enact enforceable standards instead of guidance that requires protections like protective equipment, physical distancing, daily testing for wo

Unions, advocates say Trump putting meat packing workers at risk

21 Apr, 2020

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21 Apr, 2020

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AFL-CIO Warns Against Hasty Reopening Of Economy: ‘Many More Deaths’

The AFL-CIO warned Tuesday that workplaces were still far too dangerous to consider reopening amid the coronavirus pandemic, even as some governors are starting to lift restrictions in order to get businesses up and running again.

AFL-CIO Warns Against Hasty Reopening Of Economy: ‘Many More Deaths’

20 Apr, 2020

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20 Apr, 2020

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Heroes on the Frontlines of COVID-19

This has been a month like no other in modern American history. We are in a war against an invisible virus that has required most people to stay home to fight it.

Heroes on the Frontlines of COVID-19

13 Apr, 2020

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13 Apr, 2020

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Putting Profits Over People': Unions Warn New COVID-19 Guidance From Trump CDC Endangers Frontline Workers

"Once again the CDC is putting profits over people with its latest recommendations that downgrade worker protections at a time when they are needed most," said Richard Trumka, president of the AFL-CIO.

Putting Profits Over People': Unions Warn New COVID-19 Guidance From Trump CDC Endangers Frontline Workers

27 Mar, 2020

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27 Mar, 2020

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The New Front-Line Coronavirus Workers: Grocery Clerks, Delivery Drivers

Much of the American workplace has shut down, sending millions of employees home to wait out the coronavirus pandemic.

The New Front-Line Coronavirus Workers: Grocery Clerks, Delivery Drivers

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16 union-first candidates on November ballot chart a new path for Texas politics

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PETITION: Solidarity with Starbucks Workers

Unions, advocates say Trump putting meat packing workers at risk

AFL-CIO Warns Against Hasty Reopening Of Economy: ‘Many More Deaths’

Heroes on the Frontlines of COVID-19

Putting Profits Over People': Unions Warn New COVID-19 Guidance From Trump CDC Endangers Frontline Workers

The New Front-Line Coronavirus Workers: Grocery Clerks, Delivery Drivers

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Are You Registered? Confirm Now. - Sep 15

Hispanic Heritage Month Profiles: Omar F. Algeciras - Sep 15

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Hofstra Faculty Approve New Five-Year Union Contract - Sep 15

‘Politicians Need to Center Workers and Kitchen Table Issues’: The Working People Weekly List - Sep 14

College Athletes or Big Bosses? - Sep 14

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Transit Workers in Augusta, Georgia, Ratify New Three-Year Contract with Major Raises and Improved Benefits - Sep 14

Working People Remember 9/11 - Sep 11

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Arizona Theatre Company Workers Ratify First Contract with IATSE; Secure Wage Increases, Other Benefits - Sep 11

Worker Wins: Perseverance and Solidarity - Sep 10

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: USW Secures New Collective Bargaining Agreement with Rocky Mountain Steel Mills - Sep 10

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16 union-first candidates on November ballot chart a new path for Texas politics

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PETITION: Solidarity with Starbucks Workers

Unions, advocates say Trump putting meat packing workers at risk

AFL-CIO Warns Against Hasty Reopening Of Economy: ‘Many More Deaths’

Heroes on the Frontlines of COVID-19

Putting Profits Over People': Unions Warn New COVID-19 Guidance From Trump CDC Endangers Frontline Workers

The New Front-Line Coronavirus Workers: Grocery Clerks, Delivery Drivers

AFL-CIO News Feed

Are You Registered? Confirm Now. - Sep 15

Hispanic Heritage Month Profiles: Omar F. Algeciras - Sep 15

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Hofstra Faculty Approve New Five-Year Union Contract - Sep 15

‘Politicians Need to Center Workers and Kitchen Table Issues’: The Working People Weekly List - Sep 14

College Athletes or Big Bosses? - Sep 14

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Transit Workers in Augusta, Georgia, Ratify New Three-Year Contract with Major Raises and Improved Benefits - Sep 14

Working People Remember 9/11 - Sep 11

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Arizona Theatre Company Workers Ratify First Contract with IATSE; Secure Wage Increases, Other Benefits - Sep 11

Worker Wins: Perseverance and Solidarity - Sep 10

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: USW Secures New Collective Bargaining Agreement with Rocky Mountain Steel Mills - Sep 10