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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.

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31 Aug, 2021

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AFL-CIO President Shuler on Jobs and the Economy

AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler discussed the economy and jobs with the Christian Science Monitor. She also reflected on becoming the first woman to lead the union. The organization’s previous president, Richard Trumka, passed away in August 2021.

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26 Aug, 2021

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Liz Shuler, New AFL-CIO President, Takes Helm Of Labor Federation At Pivotal Moment

The executive council of the AFL-CIO held a special meeting last week to name their next leader, following the death of the labor federation’s longtime president, Richard Trumka. For the first time in the organization’s history, they chose a woman.

Liz Shuler, New AFL-CIO President, Takes Helm Of Labor Federation At Pivotal Moment

25 Aug, 2021

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25 Aug, 2021

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Labor Movement’s Priority Legislation Moves Forward on Capitol Hill

The House of Representatives on Tuesday voted to proceed with President Biden’s $3.5 trillion budget resolution, along with the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act.

Labor Movement’s Priority Legislation Moves Forward on Capitol Hill

25 Aug, 2021

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25 Aug, 2021

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First woman AFL-CIO president hopes her historic election inspires other women

The first woman to lead the biggest U.S. labor federation wants even more women as decision-makers in a labor movement that is becoming less male and less white.

First woman AFL-CIO president hopes her historic election inspires other women

21 Aug, 2021

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Liz Shuler on Her Vision as New AFL-CIO President

NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Liz Shuler, the newly elected president of the AFL-CIO, about her goals for the organization and the future of the labor movement.

Liz Shuler on Her Vision as New AFL-CIO President

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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

AFL-CIO President Shuler on Jobs and the Economy

Liz Shuler, New AFL-CIO President, Takes Helm Of Labor Federation At Pivotal Moment

Labor Movement’s Priority Legislation Moves Forward on Capitol Hill

First woman AFL-CIO president hopes her historic election inspires other women

Liz Shuler on Her Vision as New AFL-CIO President

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Action Alert: How’s Your Tax Return? - Apr 17

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Lucky 8 and Sharp Entertainment Workers Ratify Contracts - Apr 17

Worker Wins: Bold Action and Courage - Apr 16

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Makeup and Hair Workers at ESPN Vendor Join IATSE - Apr 16

Our Voice, Our Power: What Working People Are Doing This Week - Apr 15

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: UFCW Members Ratify Tentative Agreement with JBS - Apr 15

Your Vote Counts: In the States Roundup - Apr 14

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: AFSCME and American Library Association Prevail in Fight to Protect Libraries and Museums Nationwide - Apr 14

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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

AFL-CIO President Shuler on Jobs and the Economy

Liz Shuler, New AFL-CIO President, Takes Helm Of Labor Federation At Pivotal Moment

Labor Movement’s Priority Legislation Moves Forward on Capitol Hill

First woman AFL-CIO president hopes her historic election inspires other women

Liz Shuler on Her Vision as New AFL-CIO President

AFL-CIO News Feed

Action Alert: How’s Your Tax Return? - Apr 17

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Lucky 8 and Sharp Entertainment Workers Ratify Contracts - Apr 17

Worker Wins: Bold Action and Courage - Apr 16

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Makeup and Hair Workers at ESPN Vendor Join IATSE - Apr 16

Our Voice, Our Power: What Working People Are Doing This Week - Apr 15

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: UFCW Members Ratify Tentative Agreement with JBS - Apr 15

Your Vote Counts: In the States Roundup - Apr 14

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: AFSCME and American Library Association Prevail in Fight to Protect Libraries and Museums Nationwide - Apr 14

Get to Know AFL-CIO's Affiliates: National Hockey League Players’ Association - Apr 13

A Worker’s First Agenda: The Working People Weekly List - Apr 13