Workers Are the Economy: 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:

#CaravanToWarriorMet pic.twitter.com/rJQCdMTdaH

— Alabama AFL-CIO (@AlabamaAFLCIO) March 22, 2022

Alaska AFL-CIO:

The Alaska AFL-CIO calls on Senator @lisamurkowski and Senator @SenDanSullivan to confirm Ketanji Brown Jackson to the U.S. Supreme Court. pic.twitter.com/V9zHnWaJst

— Alaska AFL-CIO (@AKAFLCIO) March 24, 2022

Arizona AFL-CIO:

Want to support the @SBWorkersUnited movement? Here’s how you can support unionizing Starbucks workers in AZ: #SaveOurStarbucks pic.twitter.com/gQkLovHVgb

— Arizona AFL-CIO (@ArizonaAFLCIO) March 15, 2022

California Labor Federation, AFL-CIO:

Nurses stood together to prioritize #SafeStaffing, prevent #WorkplaceViolence and improve patient care.
The new contract helps retain and recruit experienced nurses which benefits patients and the community!@CalNurses #UnionStrong #1uhttps://t.co/cNHPdLCUgJ

— California Labor Federation (@CaliforniaLabor) March 24, 2022

Colorado AFL-CIO:

We stand in solidarity with our brother and sisters in Montana. Clearwater Windfarm must commit to hiring local workers and build the energy future that works for everyone #justrenewables https://t.co/hADpIwQo2B

— Colorado AFL-CIO (@AFLCIOCO) March 22, 2022

Connecticut AFL-CIO:

When we hear about employers trying to silence the voices of workers, we like to think those kinds of things don’t happen in Connecticut. But they do.

Watch the full video & learn how you can help protect workers from captive audience meetings: https://t.co/0dQE0XPIui pic.twitter.com/ltNrGrcFYY

— Connecticut AFL-CIO (@ConnAFLCIO) March 21, 2022

Florida AFL-CIO:

“It’s time for FSU to step up and actually take action and show that they want to take care of their students, graduate assistants, teachers, faculty and staff instead of just saying these words and then backing down,”https://t.co/P1rayc9BbY

— Florida AFL-CIO (@FLAFLCIO) March 25, 2022

Georgia State AFL-CIO:

The Office of the Labor Commissioner is under attack. Republicans are pushing through HB 1331 to strip it of its power. @MeshaMainor voted for this bill.
She has one more opportunity to do the right thing + change her vote. Join us in telling her to- Walk it back, Mesha! pic.twitter.com/y4BySLwTMm

— Georgia AFL-CIO // Pass The #ProAct (@AFLCIOGeorgia) March 12, 2022

Indiana State AFL-CIO:

The path to power runs through the labor movement.

Sign up to phone bank! ☎️ Call your fellow union members to talk to them about the importance of this year’s election and how candidates like @Kristin4Indy will fight for working people. https://t.co/GfRmtkaYiF

— Indiana AFL-CIO (@INAFLCIO) March 23, 2022

Iowa Federation of Labor, AFL-CIO:

As Iowans, we value hard work. But, the unemployment cuts by @IAGovernor & @IowaGOP will force Iowans to work for lower wages and struggle to provide for their families. Iowans deserve better than being sold out for corporate greed. #Iowa #CorporateKim #ReynoldsWorkforceCrisis

— Iowa AFL-CIO (@IowaAFLCIO) March 25, 2022

Kentucky State AFL-CIO:

SEND AN EMAIL TO TELL YOUR LEGISLATORS: “VOTE NO ON THE VETO OVERRIDE OF HB 4”https://t.co/mE52lbekS3 pic.twitter.com/sxlCu621kC

— Kentucky AFL-CIO (@aflcioky) March 18, 2022

Maine AFL-CIO:

Union firefighters are leading a movement for shorter work weeks at departments across Maine!

And they’re winning contracts cut the hours with no loss in pay. https://t.co/W1rz6YWnig #1u @IAFFNewsDesk

— Maine AFL-CIO (@MEAFLCIO) March 25, 2022

Massachusetts AFL-CIO:

#WorldCup2026 is likely to generate $7 billion in revenue for @FIFA . Yet, thousands of workers who will make the event possible currently earn the federal minimum wage of $7.25 an hour. #FairPlayFIFA2026 #FIFA

Take Action 👇👇👇https://t.co/Mw4Zim3kpW pic.twitter.com/24XnUK17gB

— Massachusetts AFL-CIO // Build Back Better (@massaflcio) March 22, 2022

Michigan State AFL-CIO:

The Michigan AFL-CIO is proud to announce our endorsements of @gretchenwhitmer for Governor, @garlin for Lt. Governor, @dananessel for Atty General, and @JocelynBenson for Sec of State! pic.twitter.com/rHWYq2EaqK

— Michigan AFL-CIO 💉💪 (@MIAFLCIO) March 17, 2022

Minnesota AFL-CIO:

Striking Minneapolis educators reach tentative agreements with school district https://t.co/8wkpVilrru Congratulations @MFT59 @MFT59ESP! When we fight, we all win! #1u pic.twitter.com/9m49fSzJ6C

— Minnesota AFL-CIO (@MNAFLCIO) March 25, 2022

Missouri AFL-CIO:

Women are essential to the economy. It’s time to support women in the workforce by investing in care. #WomensHistoryMonth #CareCantWait pic.twitter.com/gR7QltVVHZ

— Missouri AFL-CIO (@MOAFLCIO) March 24, 2022

Montana State AFL-CIO:

Today, working people let candidates know that workers are the economy and workers are watching. #mtpol #mtgov #unionstrong pic.twitter.com/bEqa9CpwV6

— Montana AFL-CIO (@MTaflcio) March 14, 2022

Nevada State AFL-CIO:

Today, our Executive Secretary-Treasurer Susie Martinez joined @Culinary226 in calling for the IRS to lower the tip allocation rate!

Rather than go after billionaires & big corporations who evade paying their fair share, the IRS is going after hard working tipped workers. pic.twitter.com/IEzcB1L5bk

— Nevada State AFL-CIO // Pass the #PROAct (@NVAFLCIO) March 24, 2022

New Hampshire AFL-CIO:

Massachusetts congressional delegation comes out in support of IAM Local 447’s strike against Cummins! Representation matters! @AFTNewHampshire @AFSCME93 @SEIU1984 @Ibew490 @NHNEAPrez @UAW2322 @PFFNH @AFTunion pic.twitter.com/6ClQ8wXtrv

— NewHampshire AFL-CIO (@NHAFLCIO) March 24, 2022

New York State AFL-CIO:

A message from NYC CLC Pres Alvarez on the 111th Anniversary of the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire.

Today, #WeRemember the lives of the 146 workers lost to the #TriangleFire. pic.twitter.com/wuu0sFe5eW

— NYC CLC, AFL-CIO (@CentralLaborNYC) March 25, 2022

North Carolina State AFL-CIO:

NC union members will get a chance to meet Cheri Beasley (SEIU) then Yvonne Kinston (CWA) and Braxton Winston (IATSE) during our virtual Town Hall DOUBLE FEATURE April 13th! RSVP (required): https://t.co/mKiNnr92p7. #1u #ncpol https://t.co/z2k0LtRQBm

— NC State AFL-CIO // #OrganizeTheSouth (@NCStateAFLCIO) March 25, 2022

Ohio AFL-CIO:

Senate GOP blocked amendment that would require LED bulbs purchased by the Department of Defense be made or assembled in the United States, including the last bulb plant in America that is closing in Bucyrus. The provision was introduced by @TimRyan https://t.co/Gpfqu8R7mr

— 🇺🇦 Ohio AFL-CIO (@ohioaflcio) March 24, 2022

Oklahoma State AFL-CIO:

Happy Birthday to the Coalition of Labor Union Women.

Forty-Eight years ago the first Founding Conference was held in Chicago pic.twitter.com/YaSPVZK9bJ

— Oklahoma State AFL-CIO (@OK_AFL_CIO) March 24, 2022

Oregon AFL-CIO:

The work ahead is critical as we fight to harness the energy we see across the economy and help more workers stand together, elect leaders who support working people, and continue to pass legislation that centers working families.

— Oregon AFL-CIO (@OregonAFLCIO) March 24, 2022

Rhode Island AFL-CIO:

In solidarity with the @WeAreUNAP medical workers at Landmark Medical Center, picketing for a fair contract pic.twitter.com/SiLxKyWUub

— Rhode Island AFL-CIO (@riaflcio) March 24, 2022

Tennessee AFL-CIO Labor Council:

We see you, Chattanooga Central Labor Council President and @GOIUPATDC77 member @JuliPrill! #1u https://t.co/okiWCg594e

— Tennessee AFL-CIO (@tnaflcio) March 22, 2022

Texas AFL-CIO:

Thank you @PoderConClaudia & @GregCasar for supporting workers! #solidarity https://t.co/BwH1vQarx8

— Texas AFL-CIO (@TexasAFLCIO) March 24, 2022

Virginia AFL-CIO:

Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson’s exceptional record, credentials, and character demonstrate that she is highly qualified and committed to fairness and equal #justiceforall. & we are sticking beside her ! #1u https://t.co/VsMiLzhLdL

— Virginia AFL-CIO (@Virginia_AFLCIO) March 21, 2022

Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO:

We can’t let concrete companies that refuse to bargain in good faith hold up construction projects across the region. Kudos to @KccClaudia @GirmayZahilay and @kcexec for this proposal. This is the kind of action we need from our elected officials! https://t.co/wreXx877zR

— Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO (@WAAFLCIO) March 22, 2022

Wisconsin State AFL-CIO:

WI AFL-CIO Pres. @s_Bloomingdale joined a panel of Wisconsin leaders today for a special White House event “Building a Better America” detailing President Biden’s priorities for Wisconsin union members, families, and communities. pic.twitter.com/aWLQ8u8sW5

— WI AFL-CIO (@wisaflcio) March 24, 2022