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The Protect America's Workforce Act, which reverses President Trump’s union-busting executive order has passed the House of Representatives. The bill now goes to the Senate, where it already has bipartisan support. Together, we can restore collective bargaining rights to 1 million federal workers.

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REPORT: Texas Workers’ Safety & Health in Danger Under Trump, Abbott Attacks

09 Apr, 2026

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Texas AFL-CIO COPE Announces Full May 26, 2026 Primary Runoff Pro-Worker Endorsements

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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.

No Contract, No Coffee

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29 Jun, 2018

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29 Jun, 2018

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Supreme Court Conservatives Crush Workers, Again

The radical conservatives on the U.S. Supreme Court have twice now in two months ganged up on working Americans, denying them their right to band together to achieve mutual goals.

Supreme Court Conservatives Crush Workers, Again

29 Jun, 2018

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29 Jun, 2018

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Intertwined: The Labor Movement and LGBT Rights

Through all the celebration of LGBTQ Pride this month, there’s been a valuable opportunity to reflect on the hard-fought victories, brutal setbacks, and tenacious struggles that have ultimately delivered so much for so many.

Intertwined: The Labor Movement and LGBT Rights

26 Jun, 2018

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26 Jun, 2018

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Intertwined: The Labor Movement and LGBT Rights

Through all the celebration of LGBTQ Pride this month, there’s been a valuable opportunity to reflect on the hard-fought victories, brutal setbacks, and tenacious struggles that have ultimately delivered so much for so many.

Intertwined: The Labor Movement and LGBT Rights

22 Jun, 2018

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22 Jun, 2018

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6 Months in, GOP Tax Bill an Utter Flop

Six months after President Trump and Republicans in Congress jammed through massive tax cuts mostly for corporations and the wealthy, it has become clear that working families are suffering while

6 Months in, GOP Tax Bill an Utter Flop

22 Jun, 2018

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22 Jun, 2018

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Trumka Gets World Peace Prize for Labor Leadership

Richard L. Trumka, president of the AFL-CIO, was presented Tuesday with the inaugural “World Peace Prize for Labor Leadership.” The event took place at the headquarters of the AFL-CIO, in Washington, D.C., in the George Meany Conference Room.

Trumka Gets World Peace Prize for Labor Leadership

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REPORT: Texas Workers’ Safety & Health in Danger Under Trump, Abbott Attacks

Texas AFL-CIO COPE Announces Full May 26, 2026 Primary Runoff Pro-Worker Endorsements

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PETITION: Solidarity with Starbucks Workers

Supreme Court Conservatives Crush Workers, Again

Intertwined: The Labor Movement and LGBT Rights

Intertwined: The Labor Movement and LGBT Rights

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Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Profiles: Mary Entoma - May 17

Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Profiles: Chai Douanglee - May 16

Worker Wins: The Contract Will Immediately Change Lives - May 15

Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Profiles: Grant Tom - May 15

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: NewsGuild of New York Journalists at Sports Illustrated Win New Contract, Guaranteed Pay Increases - May 15

Paid Family Leave Is Long Overdue: In the States Roundup - May 14

Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Profiles: Rachele Smith - May 14

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: United Flight Attendants Ratify New Contract with 31% Average Wage Increase - May 14

Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Profiles: Michael Fong - May 13

Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Profiles: Paul Snow - May 12

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REPORT: Texas Workers’ Safety & Health in Danger Under Trump, Abbott Attacks

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PETITION: Solidarity with Starbucks Workers

Supreme Court Conservatives Crush Workers, Again

Intertwined: The Labor Movement and LGBT Rights

Intertwined: The Labor Movement and LGBT Rights

6 Months in, GOP Tax Bill an Utter Flop

Trumka Gets World Peace Prize for Labor Leadership

AFL-CIO News Feed

Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Profiles: Mary Entoma - May 17

Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Profiles: Chai Douanglee - May 16

Worker Wins: The Contract Will Immediately Change Lives - May 15

Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Profiles: Grant Tom - May 15

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: NewsGuild of New York Journalists at Sports Illustrated Win New Contract, Guaranteed Pay Increases - May 15

Paid Family Leave Is Long Overdue: In the States Roundup - May 14

Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Profiles: Rachele Smith - May 14

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: United Flight Attendants Ratify New Contract with 31% Average Wage Increase - May 14

Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Profiles: Michael Fong - May 13

Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Profiles: Paul Snow - May 12