Every Worker Deserves a Union: 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:

2022 Endorsed Candidates https://t.co/Ae7Cc3exfY #1U #Solidarity

— Alabama AFL-CIO (@AlabamaAFLCIO) August 5, 2022

Alaska AFL-CIO:

Are you in the market for a good-paying UNION JOB here in Alaska? Check out these recent listings, including two from our brothers and sisters at @ASEALocal52! https://t.co/dysgpATzx1

— Alaska AFL-CIO (@AKAFLCIO) August 9, 2022

Arizona AFL-CIO:

“The union vote passed 45-31.” Congratulations to the first unionized Trader Joe’s! https://t.co/2O7fvGHhUg

— Arizona AFL-CIO (@ArizonaAFLCIO) August 8, 2022

California Labor Federation, AFL-CIO:

Are you a AAA Auto Club member who wants to #UnionizeCalifornia ?

You can support @teamsters665 in the current AAA Board of Directors elections by using the link below
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— California Labor Federation (@CaliforniaLabor) August 11, 2022

Georgia State AFL-CIO:

This Saturday- come through! RSVP here. #Labor2022 #1u https://t.co/JFHQtGHrpk pic.twitter.com/a6pVQRabND

— Georgia AFL-CIO // Pass The #ProAct (@AFLCIOGeorgia) August 9, 2022

Indiana State AFL-CIO:

Every worker deserves a union. https://t.co/9Fbiyeg3ok

— Indiana AFL-CIO (@INAFLCIO) August 9, 2022

Iowa Federation of Labor, AFL-CIO:

The Union Veterans Council Celebrates Sergeant First Class Heath Robinson Honoring Our PACT Act of 2022 Signed into Law https://t.co/foFmkCEA5D

— Iowa AFL-CIO (@IowaAFLCIO) August 10, 2022

Kansas AFL-CIO:

Are you Union & a Kansas Voter? Take a look, this is cool beans. https://t.co/FGmnhrXshm Voter Registration, Important Dates, Your Ballot and more!

— Kansas AFL-CIO (@KansasAFLCIO) July 22, 2022

Maine AFL-CIO:

Thank you @GovJanetMills & the Legislature for fully funding municipal revenue sharing after former Gov. LePage gutted the program to pay for his tax cuts for the rich!

Read more here: https://t.co/y9CPZYyv7p #mepolitics pic.twitter.com/3kQAEH11xn

— Maine AFL-CIO (@MEAFLCIO) August 11, 2022

Maryland State and D.C. AFL-CIO:

Scream it from the rooftops: #UnionStrong https://t.co/UABHjlHuLa

— Maryland State and DC AFL-CIO (@MDDCStateFed) August 11, 2022

Massachusetts AFL-CIO:

Great morning out supporting @ShannonForAG! #1u #mapoli pic.twitter.com/2RP74H6Y9e

— Massachusetts AFL-CIO // Build Back Better (@massaflcio) August 10, 2022

Minnesota AFL-CIO:

The primary is done and #Labor2022 is gearing up. We’re kicking things off on Monday and hitting the phones (doorknocking starts after Labor Day). RSVP now! https://t.co/jKNE8XKtT9

— Minnesota AFL-CIO (@MNAFLCIO) August 11, 2022

Missouri AFL-CIO:

Another reason that #RightToWork is always wrong. It is good for greedy CEOs but bad for working families. https://t.co/uNvEYT3kjp

— Missouri AFL-CIO (@MOAFLCIO) August 11, 2022

Nevada State AFL-CIO:

We stand in solidarity with the Black Iron Rodbusters in their fight for a #UNION CONTRACT!

Joining a union is the best decision you can make for you and your families. A union contract means:

✅ Higher pay

✅ Stronger health & pension benefits

✅ Safer working conditions pic.twitter.com/MuEX1RlAph

— Nevada State AFL-CIO // Pass the #PROAct (@NVAFLCIO) August 9, 2022

New Hampshire AFL-CIO:

Get your tickets TODAY! They are going fast…https://t.co/Y3abE46Jbv @AFTNewHampshire @AFSCME93 @SEIU1984 @NHNEAPrez @UAW2322 @PFFNH @Local_789 @NTULocal1044 @AFTunion @AAUP @AaupUnh @Ibew2320nh @Ibew490 @APWU

— New Hampshire AFL-CIO (@NHAFLCIO) August 11, 2022

New Mexico Federation of Labor, AFL-CIO:

This is one of the many reasons having a union in your workplace is so important!

Wage theft happens way too often and standing together makes it easier to reclaim them!@AFLCIO https://t.co/Lf9W5GMpid

— ✊ NMFL ✊ (@NMFLaflcio) August 2, 2022

New York State AFL-CIO:

Some photos from this week’s Race and Economy Training at @LIFEDofLABOR! Union members are attending these trainings all over New York, send us a message if you’d like to schedule one. pic.twitter.com/akxcMA4bjl

— NYS AFL-CIO // #UnionStrong (@NYSAFLCIO) August 10, 2022

North Carolina State AFL-CIO:

Meet Margaret Summers, @NATCA member living in Raleigh. “I want people to know that you never stop being a part of the union! Mine gave me the opportunity to live a good life, and I want to use my passion to return the favor in retirement.” https://t.co/3zS7FMCH7F #1u @aflcio pic.twitter.com/LKLMJXjpBL

— NC State AFL-CIO // #OrganizeTheSouth (@NCStateAFLCIO) August 5, 2022

Ohio AFL-CIO:

Thanks to the @AFSCME members in southeast #Ohio who loaded a trailer of necessities to take to Kentucky for those in need after the devastating floods. This is what #Solidarity looks like. pic.twitter.com/jJIIYQbPYK

— 🇺🇦 Ohio AFL-CIO (@ohioaflcio) August 11, 2022

Oregon AFL-CIO:

No thanks to Betsy Johnson: retirement savings accounts for all Oregonians. #UnionStrong #orleg #orpol pic.twitter.com/lQfDv4oANw

— Oregon AFL-CIO (@OregonAFLCIO) August 10, 2022

Pennsylvania AFL-CIO:

#PowerToThePeople #UnionStrong #UnionProud #PAAFLCIO #AFLCIO #Union #1U #BetterPayandBenefits Learn more: https://t.co/PSZyPMXxYF pic.twitter.com/9iOULJJ775

— PA AFL-CIO (@PaAFL_CIO) August 10, 2022

Rhode Island AFL-CIO:

Great article highlighting the fantastic pre-apprenticeship program at @goapprenticeRI

Union apprenticeships set folks up for fulfilling and family-sustaining careers in the trades ✊💪 #1u https://t.co/Fvx6LBOtqn via @projo

— Rhode Island AFL-CIO (@riaflcio) August 10, 2022

Tennessee AFL-CIO Labor Council:

Senator @SaraforTN is spot-on. “Right to Work” IS a false slogan that destroys the power and freedom of collective bargaining. Without unions, millions of workers would not have been lifted out of poverty and provided healthcare through their jobs. Vote “NO” on Amendment 1! #1u pic.twitter.com/8WmEAG4MrC

— Tennessee AFL-CIO (@tnaflcio) August 11, 2022

Texas AFL-CIO:

Can we send you a gift? Contribute to our Member Education Fund and we’ll send you some #UnionDrip! #1u https://t.co/7kmFMe8xuN https://t.co/HIf8kupbnj pic.twitter.com/Cm2FwezNpo

— Texas AFL-CIO (@TexasAFLCIO) August 11, 2022

Virginia AFL-CIO:

Congratulations to Richmond City workers for their victory in gaining collective bargaining rights. A voice on the job & a seat at the table = quality services for all of Richmond. 🔗 https://t.co/qE7T9qT3k3 pic.twitter.com/IHgL5RByHT

— Virginia AFL-CIO (@Virginia_AFLCIO) July 26, 2022

West Virginia AFL-CIO:

A statement from West Virginia AFL-CIO President Josh Sword regarding the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022. #wvpol https://t.co/DFS199g9HG

— West Virginia AFLCIO (@WestVirginiaAFL) July 29, 2022

Wisconsin State AFL-CIO:

https://t.co/s8FC0wNWeD

— WI AFL-CIO (@wisaflcio) August 11, 2022