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Service + Solidarity Spotlight: As Holiday Shopping Gets Underway, RWDSU-UFCW Reaffirms Need to Treat Workers with Respect Service + Solidarity Spotlight: As Holiday Shopping Gets Underway, RWDSU-UFCW Reaffirms Need to Treat Workers with Respect Working people across the United States have stepped up to help out our friends, neighbors and communities during these trying times. In our regular Service + Solidarity Spotlight series, we’ll showcase one of these stories every day. Here’s today’s story. With holiday shopping season right around the corner, the Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union-UFCW (RWDSU-UFCW) released two statements on the need to treat workers fairly, especially this time of year. RWDSU-UFCW President Stuart Appelbaum is urging holiday shoppers to treat workers with dignity and respect as they return to shopping in stores amid supply chain issues. “Our members are eager to welcome customers back to stores this holiday season, but as incidents of harassment, violence and hate continue to rise in stores, workers are worried about their physical and mental safety,” he said. “Shoppers need to remember what this season is supposed to be all about—kindness.” Appelbaum also took aim at Amazon, which notoriously mistreats and dehumanizes its workers. He called on the retail giant to stop union-busting and allow its workers to freely come together to form unions. “The company has continued to repress workers’ voices and prevent their ability to make effective change at work—which can only happen when workers are able to join together through a union,” he said. Kenneth Quinnell Mon, 11/29/2021 - 10:10 — Nov 29
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Strikesgiving: The Working People Weekly List Strikesgiving: The Working People Weekly List Every week, we bring you a roundup of the top news and commentary about issues and events important to working families. Here’s the latest edition of the Working People Weekly List. Pronouns Matter. How to Respect Transgender, Non-Binary People in the Workplace: “Pronouns are how we address each other outside of our name. We refer to friends, colleagues, children, family members, strangers, even our pets with their pronouns—they identify us. Transitioning in the workplace can be one of the most challenging endeavors a transgender person can experience. Organizations that are interested in a gender diverse environment seem to understand that embracing all of their employees is good for the organization and its corporate social responsibility. Bess Watts (she/her/hers) is the president of the Pride at Work, AFL-CIO, Rochester Finger Lakes Chapter. She said that often when someone transitions at work, we think about ourselves and the relationship we have with that person instead of what the person is going through and how we can support their transition.” Winning at Kaiser: “Coming off of ‘Striketober’ and heading straight into ‘Strikesgiving’ has gripped the nation with constant headlines, growing momentum, and a sense of long overdue wind at the backs of working people. Here in Oregon, Nabisco workers had just come off of a months-long strike against their multinational, publicly traded employer as the Striketober hashtag was beginning to make the rounds. And a strike database from Cornell University shows that more than 250 strikes have taken place since the start of this year. As AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler put it recently, this rise in strike activity and worker action is ‘a healthy response to imbalances of power created by employers who believe they should be able to squeeze more and more out of the workers who make their companies profitable.” Deere & Co. Workers Approve the Latest Contract Offer and Will End Their Strike: “Deere & Co. workers approved a new contract Wednesday that will deliver 10% raises immediately and end a monthlong strike for more than 10,000 employees. The United Auto Workers union says 61% of the members approved the deal with the tractor maker on their third vote, even though this offer was strikingly similar to one that 55% of workers rejected two weeks ago. ‘UAW John Deere members did not just unite themselves, they seemed to unite the nation in a struggle for fairness in the workplace,’ UAW President Ray Curry said in a statement Wednesday night.” The Factors Driving 'Striketober': “NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Jasmine Kerrissey, professor at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, about the recent wave of strikes and what it says about labor in America.” Alabama Miners Are Still on Strike After 8 Months: “Last week, more than 500 coal mine workers picketed in New York City, joined by a diverse army of other labor movement members and supporters. The mine workers, who extract coal for steel production, are now in the eighth month of their strike against Warrior Met Coal in Brookwood, Alabama. Their aim is to force Warrior Met to restore the pay, benefits, and schedules they had before their previous employer, Walter Energy, declared bankruptcy and auctioned off its assets in 2016.” Union Busting: 'Last Week Tonight with John Oliver': “John Oliver discusses the mechanics of union busting, why the companies who do it face so few consequences, and what it really means when your manager wants to talk to you about ‘your attendance.’” AFL-CIO President Shuler Discusses Worker Power and Leverage on Bloomberg TV: “AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler joined 'Balance of Power' to discuss how workers are standing up for change across the country.” Liz Shuler: Seeing a Bigger Role for Women in the Labor Movement: “When you’re the only woman in a room full of power linemen and older men, it’s challenging to have your voice heard and respected. I had to get creative in how I got things done. I also built a bench of mentors that I could lean on. All my mentors were men. I was always kind of assimilating back then. I have been passionate about women’s issues at work throughout my career, but it wasn’t until I came to the AFL-CIO, frankly, that I opened up and really stepped into what it’s like to be a woman leader.” A Chance for More Worker Power: “Workers across the country are unsatisfied with their subpar employment arrangements and many feel empowered to do something about it. While some are quitting their jobs, others are using collective power to create lasting change. Last month, which came to be known as ‘Striketober,’ workers across the country joined picket lines and threatened to walk off the job in response to stagnant wages, long hours and poor working conditions.” Kenneth Quinnell Fri, 11/19/2021 - 14:05 — Nov 19
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Strikes Work: In the States Roundup Strikes Work: In the States Roundup It's time once again to take a look at the ways working people are making progress in the states. Click on any of the links to follow the state federations on Twitter. Alabama AFL-CIO:
@UMWA on 'Goat Hill' to protestq @GovernorKayIvey use of @aleaprotects to buss in out-of-state #scabs to suppress coal miners in Brookwood #1u pic.twitter.com/CyM7xNL2g5— Alabama AFL-CIO (@AlabamaAFLCIO) November 18, 2021
Alaska AFL-CIO:Last week, President Joelle Hall joined members of the Alaska @unionveterans in dropping off a letter in support of the #PROAct to Sen. @lisamurkowski. #UnionVeterans #UnionStrong #1u pic.twitter.com/Gjx1f8EQgv— Alaska AFL-CIO (@AKAFLCIO) November 17, 2021
Arizona AFL-CIO:When working people have the power to form a union and bargain collectively for better wages and benefits, ALL workers benefit. Hear Arizona business owner Nick Klenner's powerful story on why he supports the PRO Act. 🔊 pic.twitter.com/zsyd7oMKJa— Arizona AFL-CIO 🍂🦃 #Strikesgiving (@ArizonaAFLCIO) November 18, 2021
California Labor Federation:Organizing workers leads to greater worker power. It’s the only way to stand up to exploitative greedy corporations who see workers as disposable and not people. #UnionsForAll #UnionStrong #1u https://t.co/EH8hXl1zBi— California Labor Federation (@CaliforniaLabor) November 18, 2021
Connecticut AFL-CIO:New CT AFL-CIO leaders made their first public appearance by standing in solidarity with our sisters and brothers on strike at Sunrise. The members of @SEIU1199_NE are fighting for dignity, respect & a fair contract. We’ll fight one day longer and one day stronger. #1u pic.twitter.com/E0IxqqVokf— Connecticut AFL-CIO (@ConnAFLCIO) November 11, 2021
Florida AFL-CIO:Union apprenticeships prepare working people for good-paying, in-demand jobs. IBEW 915 apprentice Nicole Wright-Kocher was recently interviewed about the opportunities apprenticeships provide. https://t.co/deZBS32Ltu— Florida AFL-CIO (@FLAFLCIO) November 17, 2021
Indiana State AFL-CIO:Congrats to the John Deere workers! #StrikesWork https://t.co/9UYFHYZ2qT— Indiana AFL-CIO (@INAFLCIO) November 18, 2021
Iowa Federation of Labor:The latest Iowa Daily Labor News! https://t.co/p8LV51lemZ Thanks to @MachinistsUnion @SEIU @AFSCME #unionvets #veteransday— Iowa AFL-CIO (@IowaAFLCIO) November 12, 2021
Maine AFL-CIO:New Maine Labor News!✊ Congress Passes Historic Investment in Infrastructure & Jobs✊ WMLC President Calls on Collins to Support Build Back Better✊ United Farmworkers Co-Founder Dolores Huerta Supports Bates Workers & more!https://t.co/ZgG45KVXV6 #mepolitics— Maine AFL-CIO (@MEAFLCIO) November 16, 2021
Maryland State and D.C. AFL-CIO:With President Biden’s official signature on the bipartisan bill, Infrastructure Week is finally here. But we need to finish the job by also passing the Build Back Better Act. Will you add your name to call on Congress to pass it immediately? https://t.co/5DRzxQg8CN— Maryland State and DC AFL-CIO (@MDDCStateFed) November 16, 2021
Massachusetts AFL-CIO:The Mass. AFL-CIO was proud to stand with and support our @MineWorkers sisters and brothers today. #1u #bospoli #mapoli #onedaylongeronedaystronger https://t.co/1gsmPOGkzv pic.twitter.com/iw6YonMG8t— Massachusetts AFL-CIO // #Strikesgiving (@massaflcio) November 18, 2021
Michigan AFL-CIO:Of the @BCTGM Local 3G members on strike in Battle Creek since October 5, well over two dozen of them have served their country in the armed services and returned to civilian life with a union job. It's time to stand with them in their fight for a fair contract! #KelloggStrike pic.twitter.com/tiTfpj8RAN— Michigan AFL-CIO 💉💪 (@MIAFLCIO) November 12, 2021
Minnesota AFL-CIO:How did your legislator vote on the issues important to working Minnesotans this year? Find out in the Minnesota AFL-CIO's 2021 Legislative Report. https://t.co/97kGdNUcAc #1u #mnleg pic.twitter.com/oEmHwpm8w4— Minnesota AFL-CIO (@MNAFLCIO) November 15, 2021
Missouri AFL-CIO:Missouri AFL-CIO Secretary-Treasurer Merri Berry joined the picket line at Sunset Ford today. @MachinistsUnion Lodge 777 are on strike due to management attempts to gut their pension, cut overtime pay, and force them to accept no raises for the next 3 years. #Solidarity #1u pic.twitter.com/E8YxREvp21— Missouri AFL-CIO (@MOAFLCIO) November 16, 2021
Montana AFL-CIO:pic.twitter.com/VFVKiqb2po— Montana AFL-CIO (@MTaflcio) November 11, 2021
Nebraska AFL-CIO:pic.twitter.com/la2dkTvIGX— NE State AFL-CIO (@NEAFLCIO) November 7, 2021
Nevada State AFL-CIO:Workers’ rights and voting rights cannot be separated.The #FreedomToVoteAct is just one step that working Nevadans need to ensure that they can make their voices heard in our elections! ✊ ✔️ 🇺🇸FULL STATEMENT ⤵️https://t.co/yRfW8Xi5O0— Nevada State AFL-CIO // Pass the #PROAct (@NVAFLCIO) November 17, 2021
New Hampshire AFL-CIO:ICYMI pic.twitter.com/1RPtUiwGXU— NewHampshire AFL-CIO (@NHAFLCIO) November 11, 2021
New Jersey State AFL-CIO:https://t.co/9fpAMHf0kC— New Jersey AFL-CIO (@NJAFLCIO) November 4, 2021
New Mexico Federation of Labor:😡😡😡 https://t.co/DMW0np8HN5— NMFL ✊ #Strikesgiving 🦃 ✊ (@NMFLaflcio) November 11, 2021
New York State AFL-CIO:Discussing unions & social justice in relation to cannabis with stakeholders in the Capital Region. Creating good union jobs in this emerging industry is a top priority for the labor movement. This meeting is part of the New York State Cannabis Workforce Initiative. (1/6) pic.twitter.com/0yqz0DpdFt— NYS AFL-CIO // #UnionStrong (@NYSAFLCIO) November 16, 2021
North Carolina State AFL-CIO:This track is🔥🔥🔥! Check out Tom Morello (feat. grandson) - Hold the Line: Union Strong Edit https://t.co/s04LseS57A via @aflcio ✊✊✊ #Strikesgiving #1u— NC State AFL-CIO // Pass the #PROAct! (@NCStateAFLCIO) November 15, 2021
Ohio AFL-CIO:Always bet on the @MachoMan! https://t.co/H3s3AHb7hW— Ohio AFL-CIO (@ohioaflcio) November 17, 2021
Oklahoma State AFL-CIO:Take a look at our Labor Union Video from the 33rd Biennial General Convention!https://t.co/aFosimVOl4— Oklahoma State AFL-CIO (@OK_AFL_CIO) November 16, 2021
Oregon AFL-CIO:"The lesson of the #KaiserStrike is that when you take one of us on, you take all of us on." Read more from @graham_oregon in the latest @nwlaborpress: https://t.co/2rQzYJTJCh@OFNHP @AFTunion @AFLCIO #Strikesgiving— Oregon AFL-CIO / PASS THE PRO ACT (@OregonAFLCIO) November 17, 2021
Pennsylvania AFL-CIO:Last month we had #Striketober , this month we have #Strikesgiving! We will stand up for all of our rights. All union members are cheering for your victory! @sftlocal1147 @AFTPA pic.twitter.com/kKfV8UUATH— PA AFL-CIO (@PaAFL_CIO) November 10, 2021
Rhode Island AFL-CIO:Prevailing wage laws boost worker productivity, reduce injury rates, and increase apprenticeship training, which helps combat the shortage of skilled labor in construction!For a full list of or 2021 Resolutions visit our website: https://t.co/Sg7NuWSHHj#BuildBackBetter pic.twitter.com/OtbosGvEEt— Rhode Island AFL-CIO (@riaflcio) November 18, 2021
Tennessee AFL-CIO Labor Council:As detailed by the @TNLookout, Eddie Bryan leaves behind an unparalleled legacy. #1u https://t.co/NRDl2BHbm0— Tennessee AFL-CIO (@tnaflcio) November 16, 2021
Texas AFL-CIO:Texan and member of the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades, Salvador Herrera, shared his thoughts on organizing in the South with the Department of Labor.https://t.co/wAIxFym21e pic.twitter.com/wPOnzawGza— Texas AFL-CIO 🦃🍂 #Strikesgiving (@TexasAFLCIO) November 17, 2021
Washington State Labor Council:When Van’s employer tried to use his immigration status as an excuse to fire him, his coworkers & union @teamsters117 fought back. When we fight for immigrant workers, we can win; against a boss and against the racist, xenophobic policies & institutions that harm all workers. #1u pic.twitter.com/0JHmAPjY2m— Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO (@WAAFLCIO) November 10, 2021
West Virginia AFL-CIO:WV AFL-CIO President Josh Sword: “It creates national standards across the spectrum on how different facets of our democratic process work ….” https://t.co/ab5oKtLBUr— West Virginia AFLCIO (@WestVirginiaAFL) November 10, 2021
Wisconsin State AFL-CIO:Governor Evers uses veto pen to stand up for democracy. Voters derserve fair maps. https://t.co/Gm9Ize8hnN— WI AFL-CIO (@wisaflcio) November 18, 2021
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Service + Solidarity Spotlight: UMWA Holds International Day of Action for Striking Miners Service + Solidarity Spotlight: UMWA Holds International Day of Action for Striking Miners Working people across the United States have stepped up to help out our friends, neighbors and communities during these trying times. In our regular Service + Solidarity Spotlight series, we’ll showcase one of these stories every day. Here’s today’s story. The Mine Workers (UMWA) continued to ramp up the pressure by holding an international day of action earlier today in support of its members at Warrior Met Coal in Alabama. Since April, miners at Warrior have been on strike, determined to win a fair contract that recognizes their contributions to the company. At today’s protests, UMWA targeted Warrior’s investors to urge management to come back to the table and bargain in good faith. “Today showed that this isn’t just our fight. This is everyone’s fight,” said UMWA International President Cecil Roberts. “We had labor leaders across the nation standing up today demanding justice for working families. Warrior Met and the corporations backing them now know we are not stopping until these families get what they deserve.” Rallies were held in Washington, D.C.; New York City; Denver; Boston; Latrobe, Pennsylvania; Montgomery, Alabama; Newport Beach, California; and Melbourne, Australia. President Shuler helped lead the rally in Washington. Kenneth Quinnell Fri, 11/19/2021 - 09:35 — Nov 19
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Pass the Freedom to Vote Act Now! What Working People Are Doing This Week Pass the Freedom to Vote Act Now! What Working People Are Doing This Week Welcome to our regular feature, a look at what the various AFL-CIO unions and other working family organizations are doing across the country and beyond. The labor movement is big and active—here's a look at the broad range of activities we're engaged in this week. Actors' Equity:
Equity Weekly comes out each Wednesday to update the membership on everything happening across the union. Subscribe today to stay in the loop - https://t.co/oa33DA5A1C pic.twitter.com/Ih38trdiNW— Actors' Equity (@ActorsEquity) November 16, 2021
AFGE:In memory of our beloved sister Fredna White -- gone too soon, but never forgotten. You were a fierce advocate, a loyal friend, a wise elder, and a trailblazing leader inside the labor movement and out. Thank you for sharing your unique talent and energy with us. Rest in power. pic.twitter.com/xVsfBigJv6— AFGE (@AFGENational) November 17, 2021
AFSCME:“We beat back a two-tier wage package which would have negatively impacted our ability to hire, recruit and retain during a severe shortage of nurses, health care workers and professionals.” – @unacuhcp President Denise Duncan. #Strikesgiving #1u https://t.co/oxHGAuIr7P— AFSCME (@AFSCME) November 16, 2021
Alliance for Retired Americans:Seniors have had to put up with greed from wealthy pharmaceutical corporations for far too long. It's time to get #BuildBackBetter passed and require Medicare to negotiate lower drug prices. https://t.co/BLrr2w3M7N— Alliance for Retired Americans (@ActiveRetirees) November 16, 2021
Amalgamated Transit Union:#Covid_19 #1u #Labour pic.twitter.com/IBJPGR9wmB— ATU, Transit Union (@ATUComm) November 17, 2021
American Federation of Musicians:This #VeteransDay, we’re proud to honor the incredible #musicians who have served our country. Our nation wouldn’t be what is today without the service and sacrifice of our #veterans. Honoring #USMilitary musicians: current, past, and future. #thankyouforyourservice pic.twitter.com/89RYIRb0zm— AFM (@The_AFM) November 11, 2021
American Federation of Teachers:Talking with grieving students about their loss helps them cope. Increasing all students’ awareness of the impact of loss can also help those who are grieving. Learn more this November, Children’s Grief Awareness month: https://t.co/4SS3OwuVLU pic.twitter.com/8RvZXiDEyL— AFT (@AFTunion) November 16, 2021
American Postal Workers Union:Yesterday, @JoeBiden signed the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act into law. APWU applauds this historic investment in our nation's infrastructure, and urges congress to pass the pro-worker Build Back Better Act. https://t.co/XqEJkuVeUT— APWU National (@APWUnational) November 16, 2021
Asian Pacific American Labor Alliance:When it comes to our family’s health, we can't get distracted by false health information by extremists seeking to cause harm. One of the ways they do this is by repeating claims to make incidental side effects seem significant when they’re not. #NotInMyFeed pic.twitter.com/F9HeVYZ60r— Asian Pacific American Labor Alliance, AFL-CIO (@APALAnational) November 16, 2021
Association of Flight Attendants-CWA:The attack on voting rights is a direct attack on Flight Attendant voting rights. Most Election Days we are flying and away from home. That's why we rely on early voting and mail ballots for local, state, & national elections. The Freedom to Vote Act must be passed by the Senate! pic.twitter.com/ZyeO3S3T1w— AFA-CWA (@afa_cwa) November 17, 2021
Bakery, Confectionery, Tobacco Workers and Grain Millers:What’s that saying about a Sleeping Giant? 🤔#kelloggstrike #1u #contractconcessions101 #twotiertravesty pic.twitter.com/sf5LE7mIVq— BCTGM International (@BCTGM) November 12, 2021
Boilermakers:Here's a #NAW2021 fact thanks to @NABTU As a #Boilermaker apprentice you will be trained for your craft and set up for a better life which leads to a family-sustaining career 👨🏭#BoilermakersUnion #UnionStrong #1u pic.twitter.com/5oBGK0aLSw— Boilermakers Union (@boilermakernews) November 16, 2021
Bricklayers:Apprentices are the lifeblood of our #Union and the industry. This #NAW2021, as we celebrate our quality training programs, let's remember that we're developing a skilled workforce for tomorrow. #1u #apprenticeships https://t.co/F0pgwafLjz— Bricklayers Union (@IUBAC) November 15, 2021
Coalition of Labor Union Women:Congratulations to Elise Bryant on being re-elected President of CLUW. #CLUWCon2021 pic.twitter.com/WwjuIGmDpm— CLUW National (@CLUWNational) November 16, 2021
Communications Workers of America:Happening now in DC: CWAers and friends demand #VotingRightsNow! pic.twitter.com/k8rmqAiwwF— CWA (@CWAUnion) November 17, 2021
Department for Professional Employees:ICYMI: Union Busting on @LastWeekTonight with John Oliver #1u https://t.co/TZWZF1dG0R— Department for Professional Employees (@DPEaflcio) November 16, 2021
Electrical Workers:This #IBEW local is welcoming back its members in the tastiest way imaginable. https://t.co/0b995jH1vZ— IBEW (@IBEW) November 16, 2021
Farm Labor Organizing Committee:It takes a long journey to win justice for farmworkers. We need your support as we continue to fight together. Take action by joining for our annual Songs for Justice concert on Nov. 20th with the Aguila Negra Band and GRAMMY-nominated Joe Troop. #UniteForFarmworkers— Farm Labor Organizing Committee (@SupportFLOC) November 12, 2021
Fire Fighters:Former @PFFPNC President David Anders presented with the Order of the Long Leaf Pine at the state convention Tuesday. It is the most prestigious award presented by the Governor of North Carolina. pic.twitter.com/SsGjPq9YWI— IAFF (@IAFFNewsDesk) November 16, 2021
Heat and Frost Insulators:Did you know that you are able to receive a post-high school education without accumulating student related debt? A career in the trades beginning with a registered apprenticeship puts you right on the path to the middle-class debt free! Find out more here https://t.co/CIRF8Cr8RC— Insulators Union 🦎 (@InsulatorsUnion) November 17, 2021
International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers:IFPTE Local 195's Tim Rudolph and Sherry Thomas, Local 561's Mike Arendt and IFPTE Pres. Matt Biggs are at the White House for the signing of @JoeBiden's historic bipartisan infrastructure plan. #bidendelivers #buildbackbetter #bipartisaninfrastructuredeal pic.twitter.com/j18ymYrq1Y— IFPTE (@IFPTE) November 15, 2021
International Labor Communications Association:Registration is now open for our Dec. 9 virtual convention https://t.co/QOqQcy84si pic.twitter.com/PmyLXevF5F— Labor Communications (@ILCAonline) November 15, 2021
Ironworkers:President Joe Biden signed his landmark $1 trillion infrastructure bill into law Monday. The bill will inject $550 billion of new funds into transportation, broadband and utilities over the next five years. https://t.co/WISQScTcBH— Ironworkers. (@TheIronworkers) November 15, 2021
Jobs With Justice:ICYMI: A few weeks ago, Jobs With Justice joined with @Teamsters, @onefairwage, and members of Congress to call on the Senate to pass the #PROAct. Our full event wrap-up here. 👇🏾https://t.co/FgtR5Fk8Au— Jobs With Justice (@jwjnational) November 16, 2021
Labor Council for Latin American Advancement:We stand in solidarity with our sisters and brothers on strike ✊🏽 https://t.co/0f0usBwC8f— LCLAA Los Angeles (@lclaalosangeles) November 16, 2021
Laborers:The skilled Building Trades registered apprenticeship programs have been a path to the Middle Class for generations of Americans. #NAW21 #ApprenticeshipWorks Learn more about LIUNA's apprenticeship: https://t.co/0hGdbD4c6X pic.twitter.com/7rGYU2jbu5— LIUNA (@LIUNA) November 17, 2021
Machinists:We will not sit by and watch the exploitation of U.S. workers continue.Thanks for having our back, Rep. @BennieGThompson.https://t.co/1CqhqVhPwC— Machinists Union | Pass the #PROAct (@MachinistsUnion) November 17, 2021
Maritime Trades Department:https://t.co/1RWTvscNsN— MaritimeTrades (@Maritime_Trades) November 16, 2021
Metal Trades Department:In 2020 there was an increase in the number of completed apprenticeship programs and active apprenticeships. There were 222,243 who became active apprentices during the year and 82,379 who completed their programs. #NAW21 pic.twitter.com/aFtoQu6THD— Metal Trades Dept. (@metaltradesafl) November 17, 2021
Mine Workers:Johnny Murphy from UMWA Local Union 2397 wants to give a shout-out to @unitehere for their INCREDIBLE donation to the UMWA 2021 Strike Fund! If you would like to support the Brothers and Sisters on strike at Warrior Met visit:https://t.co/GLkH79H9sL pic.twitter.com/KmJRjVbzFG— United Mine Workers (@MineWorkers) November 15, 2021
Musical Artists:AGMAzine has earned a Gold Award in the 2021 MarCom Awards! AGMA was recognized for its 2021 Winter issue “The New Frontier”. Continue reading: https://t.co/a37LbHurLy pic.twitter.com/YEMrTJZ2oD— AGMA (@AGMusicalArtist) November 16, 2021
National Air Traffic Controllers Association:Executive Vice President Andrew LeBovidge represented NATCA at the recent World ATM Congress in Madrid. The event’s return after two years signaled a key step in the global aviation recovery. https://t.co/E21KK36hTd pic.twitter.com/G2IvLs7EAM— NATCA (@NATCA) November 17, 2021
National Association of Broadcast Employees and Technicians-CWA:Honoring those who served. Thank you. 🇺🇸#VeteransDay2021 pic.twitter.com/5oAgZbx6SX— NABET-CWA (@NABETCWA) November 11, 2021
National Association of Letter Carriers:Members of Jacksonville, FL Branch 53 participated in a Veterans Day parade last week. Thank you for your service! pic.twitter.com/StdL8bDrwv— Letter Carriers (@NALC_National) November 17, 2021
National Day Laborer Organizing Network:BREAKING: Senate Hearing Raises Expectations For Biden Administration on Immigrant Worker Rights: Senator Booker and Secretary Mayorkas Make Case for Deferred Action Status [video and statement]: https://t.co/bm1zpgw39u #dale— NDLON (@NDLON) November 16, 2021
National Domestic Workers Alliance:Care workers do so much to support our loved ones. It’s time for Congress to support care workers, too. By passing the #BuildBackBetter bill, Congress can ensure everyone who needs care can receive the attention they need. #TimeToDeliver #CareCantWait pic.twitter.com/sD6h4mOZRj— Domestic Workers (@domesticworkers) November 17, 2021
National Federation of Federal Employees:Veterans Day Message from NFFE National President Randy Erwin - https://t.co/7MVJpqI4Ke pic.twitter.com/nQ9MuIr8JD— NFFE (@NFFE_Union) November 11, 2021
National Nurses United:Workers in male-dominated fields (police, firefighters) get "presumptive eligibility" for workers' comp.But nurses suffer some of the highest rates of injury at work of any profession. Why are we left without this benefit? #CarePenalty #NurseTwitter pic.twitter.com/lHgh7s0RgX— NationalNursesUnited (@NationalNurses) November 17, 2021
National Taxi Workers Alliance:16 workers killed on the job. The work of #LosDeliveristas - some of the best we've seen - is going to save lives. It's deep and moving. And @SenSchumer using his power to deliver to grassroots workers is changing the game. #DeliveristasHUBs Now! Power to @workersjusticep! https://t.co/pzCxVJ5xf9— NY Taxi Workers (@NYTWA) November 16, 2021
NWSL Players Association:A true leader. Thank you @clubelevenmag for highlighting the tireless work of @torihuster and the PA! https://t.co/DNQaxdSBg5— NWSLPA (@nwsl_players) November 16, 2021
NFL Players Association:👏👏👏 @megatronnie continuing to make an impact in his community. https://t.co/v9bOENoEvQ— NFLPA (@NFLPA) November 17, 2021
North America's Building Trades Unions:What’d I tell you... BIF is a BFD.Thank you, @POTUS, for getting the job done 💪#BidenDelivers // #1u // @WhiteHouse pic.twitter.com/6qftPeeCPQ— The Building Trades (@NABTU) November 16, 2021
Office and Professional Employees:Wesleyan university students and physical plant employees unionized with @OPEIU Local 153 stand in solidarity with unionizing workers at @BatesCollege #1u pic.twitter.com/bl3kiwCgDy— OPEIU Local 153 (@153Local) November 10, 2021
Painters and Allied Trades:Union apprenticeships like ours in the building trades:✅World-class education, free of charge.✅Earn while you learn.✅Robust benefits on day one.✅Begin pension on day one.✅Starting salary above national median salary.✅Flexibility to work anywhere in the country. pic.twitter.com/nA7LQqoDFC— IUPAT | Pass the PRO Act! (@GoIUPAT) November 17, 2021
Plasterers and Cement Masons:Kudos to @POTUS for signing the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act Monday, creating millions of new, good union jobs. Now Congress must finish the job by passing the Build Back Better Act to secure America’s middle class! https://t.co/dzNXcnlzcI— OPCMIA International (@opcmiaintl) November 16, 2021
Professional Aviation Safety Specialists:PASS is proud to represent thousands of veterans @FAANews & @MCASCPPA. They continue to serve their country as federal employees, working 24/7/365 for the American public. #VeteransDay2021 #publicservice #aviationsafety #unionsolidarity @FAA_Steve pic.twitter.com/4GHb7b00M7— PASS (@PASSNational) November 11, 2021
Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union:STATEMENT on Blue Origin subsidy in #NDAA: “Until Jeff Bezos changes the way his employees are mistreated and dehumanized at Amazon and elsewhere, no elected official should support the passage of subsidies for him or any of his projects” -@sappelbaum https://t.co/LOppvCfXdc pic.twitter.com/t30afGKQzc— RWDSU (@RWDSU) November 17, 2021
Roofers and Waterproofers:Working with a nail gun? Choose the safest trigger option – a full sequential trigger. It can prevent serious, even fatal, injuries. For more tips on using nail guns safely, visit: https://t.co/Qfr0592fUs #roofersafety365 pic.twitter.com/fIGOJ1aXe8— Roofers Union (@roofersunion) November 17, 2021
SAG-AFTRA:#KnowHerName: Learn about lawyer, activist, and former presidential advisor Kimberly Teehee, the first Cherokee Nation delegate in the Houseof Representatives.Thank you to @womenshistory for this moment in history.#NativeAmericanHeritageMonth pic.twitter.com/U96PRDHhft— SAG-AFTRA (@sagaftra) November 16, 2021
Seafarers:To expand the Navy isn’t enough. We need a bigger commercial fleet. https://t.co/FKdImpuqwa via @BrookingsInst #Maritime #USA #1u #Jobs— Seafarers Union (@SeafarersUnion) November 12, 2021
Solidarity Center:With just 1 yr to go until the 2022 @FIFAWorldCup time is running out for #Qatar to deliver on its promise to abolish the kafala sponsorship system & better protect #migrantworkers, per new @amnesty report. @GAATW_IS @FES_Migration https://t.co/VsQKik9SNq— Solidarity Center (@SolidarityCntr) November 17, 2021
TCU/IAM:The signing of the bipartisan infrastructure bill yesterday was a historic moment for our country and our union as the bill makes massive investments in our crafts. We were proud and honored to attend the bill signing ceremony. #1u #InfrastructureBill #InfrastructureWeek pic.twitter.com/06GrVrourL— Transportation Communications Union/IAM (@TCUnionHQ) November 16, 2021
The NewsGuild-CWA:Members of three New York Times unions joined forces on Tuesday to deliver a message to management: Stop union busting. Respect our union.https://t.co/2p5oUdNYXP pic.twitter.com/kj16y481W8— NewsGuild-CWA (@newsguild) November 17, 2021
Theatrical Stage Employees:What does it mean to be Sober Curious? Join us on Friday, 11/19 for a webinar with Rosalyn Gilbert, LCSW, and Joshua Snow, LCSW, from the @TheActorsFund Addiction and Recovery Services.Register here: https://t.co/4gSoX0Yd0U pic.twitter.com/Z2WsBmc5I5— IATSE // #IASolidarity (@IATSE) November 17, 2021
Transport Workers Union:“If there’s not a no-fly list, people are going to continue to assault plane crews and gate agents. Its an absolute must that this list be established.” - @TWUSamuelsen #EnoughIsEnough pic.twitter.com/W6zETLMncZ— TWU (@transportworker) November 17, 2021
Transportation Trades Department:TTD Pres. Greg Regan to @TransportDems: We do not believe that a shortage of employees in the supply chain is a factor in current conditions. pic.twitter.com/BTJ3Vp2FWI— Transp. Trades Dept. (@TTDAFLCIO) November 17, 2021
UAW:Jeff is a Vietnam vet and activist who’s heard a lot of talk about supporting our vets over the years. #TheBuildBackBetterAct addresses the needs of vets including support for the VA & workforce & building improvements to streamline care for our nation’s veterans. #UAWVeterans pic.twitter.com/XTfNS2SMo3— UAW (@UAW) November 11, 2021
Union Veterans Council:In the words of @JasonIsbell “What have we done to Help” today? #1u https://t.co/s9PVmt7HmO— Union Veterans Council🪖✊ Pass the #PROAct (@unionveterans) November 17, 2021
UNITE HERE:FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:@HelloFresh Workers Allege Frequent Injuries, Dangerous Working Conditions Inside America’s #1 Meal Kit Company’s CA & CO FactoriesWorkers & union ask gov't to investigate occupational hazards as new data reveal higher-than-average injury rates pic.twitter.com/KkRppt60t7— UNITE HERE (@unitehere) November 16, 2021
United Food and Commercial Workers:Did you know that the @UFCW Free College Benefit is now offering a free online #Cannabis Business Certificate program for its members and their families?Sign up today to take advantage of this benefit! For more details, visit: https://t.co/U0bR5c9pf4#1u #CannabisUnion pic.twitter.com/GPqluTcsMS— UFCW Local 400 (@UFCW400) November 17, 2021
United Steelworkers:. @exxonmobilbmt @exxonmobil put our @USWLu13_243 families on the streets in a #ULPLockOut & now it’s personal! We’re fighting not just for us, but all of us for SAFETY, SECURITY & SENIORITY of our community @CityofBmt too! #FairContract pic.twitter.com/YtJdc4bsdx— United Steelworkers (@steelworkers) November 16, 2021
United Students Against Sweatshops:Drumroll please..... the 25th USAS National Convention will be March 18-19, 2022 at Fresno State University - YOU'RE INVITED!! Register now at https://t.co/KODD1FshEy pic.twitter.com/75A415iK80— USAS (@USAS) November 8, 2021
Utility Workers:November is National Native American Heritage Month! Pay tribute by learning more about the rich ancestry and traditions of native peoples by visiting https://t.co/9F5JxE1E2P— UWUA National (@The_UWUA) November 16, 2021
Working America:It's time for @generalelectric to believe in America and restore its commitment to service members. Find out more from @CWAUnion at https://t.co/V0Yx95lIB1 #VeteransDay #1u pic.twitter.com/S8J1y2OsgA— Working America | Pass the #PROAct (@WorkingAmerica) November 11, 2021
Writers Guild of America, East:This week on OnWriting: A Podcast of the Writers Guild of America, East....JON SPAIHTS & DENIS VILLENEUVECo-writers of @DUNEmovieThey discuss the challenges of writing a story that serves 2 audiences, focusing on the human element in sci-fi, & more.https://t.co/2uMHA9uUhi— Writers Guild of America, East / #PROAct (@WGAEast) November 16, 2021
Kenneth Quinnell Thu, 11/18/2021 - 10:00 — Nov 18
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