Celebrate Labor Month 2021! 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:
— Alabama AFL-CIO (@AlabamaAFLCIO) September 6, 2021
Alaska AFL-CIO:
We are kicking off #LaborMonth2021 with a week-long review of the American labor movement’s history! ✊
We start by looking at the Cripple Creek Strike of 1894, led by the Free Coinage Union Local 19 (affiliated with the Western Federation of Miners). (1/6) pic.twitter.com/tpHdrNVdXu
— Alaska AFL-CIO (@AKAFLCIO) September 8, 2021
Arkansas AFL-CIO:
— Arkansas AFL-CIO (@ArkansasAFLCIO) September 7, 2021
California Labor Federation:
“We cannot let Sept. 30 come and go without extending this. Workers need to take the time they need to get well if they get sick.” We’re still in a pandemic. EXTEND EMERGENCY PAID SICK LEAVE NOW! https://t.co/HLv25ZT7gI
— California Labor Federation (@CaliforniaLabor) September 8, 2021
Colorado AFL-CIO:
— Colorado AFL-CIO (@AFLCIOCO) September 3, 2021
Connecticut AFL-CIO:
.@STRedmond: “My three brothers and I grew up poor… Then something big happened, something that changed everything: my dad got a #union job” https://t.co/y6z4B8gywb
— Connecticut AFL-CIO (@ConnAFLCIO) September 7, 2021
Florida AFL-CIO:
The Florida AFL-CIO is proud to endorse Senator Perry Thurston in the special election for Congressional District 20.
Senator Thurston has been a tireless champion for Florida’s working people, and we can count on him to stand up for working families in Washington. pic.twitter.com/ILoIOi65CS
— Florida AFL-CIO (@FLAFLCIO) September 7, 2021
Georgia AFL-CIO:
Happy Labor Day! You know what better than flowery language and symbolic victories? Real ones. It’s time to #PassThePROAct. #1u
CC: @POTUS, et al pic.twitter.com/tt0lhZlLuj— Georgia AFL-CIO // Pass The #ProAct (@AFLCIOGeorgia) September 6, 2021
Indiana State AFL-CIO:
The Labor Department under President Biden has been clear: If workers want to join a union, that is their choice and their choice alone, and they should be able to organize without fear of retaliation.
— Indiana AFL-CIO (@INAFLCIO) September 7, 2021
Iowa Federation of Labor:
4 WAYS TO SUPPORT THE #NABISCOSTRIKE & PRO Act Calls into Senate Offices https://t.co/CA9Gf05Hxu
— Iowa AFL-CIO (@IowaAFLCIO) September 8, 2021
Maine AFL-CIO:
Here’s a little history of the Labor Movement in Maine https://t.co/J6DVA9ueX6 #Solidarity #LaborHistory #mepolitics
— Maine AFL-CIO (@MEAFLCIO) September 7, 2021
Maryland State and D.C. AFL-CIO:
This #LaborDay2021, President Edwards sat down to talk about unions, working families, and women in leadership with Senator @CherylKagan on “Kibbitzing with Kagan”. Check it out! https://t.co/FH57a9xXUU
— Maryland State and DC AFL-CIO (@MDDCStateFed) September 7, 2021
Massachusetts AFL-CIO:
Happy Labor Day! We were proud to spend time today with workers in #Worcester and #Boston, supporting our sisters and brothers in the @MassNurses and @GBLCBoston. Tenet Healthcare must get this deal done and the Copley Marriott must put working families first #1u #LaborDay pic.twitter.com/DfbG1c2LS3
— Massachusetts AFL-CIO // Pass the #PROAct (@massaflcio) September 6, 2021
Michigan AFL-CIO:
They have been on the frontlines of this pandemic, making sure that Michigan’s economy continues to function and our families are cared for.
Tell lawmakers in Lansing to give our frontline workers the Hero Pay they have earned.>>> https://t.co/3O5W5WJ72z pic.twitter.com/l6lGSmuC8S— Michigan AFL-CIO 💉💪 (@MIAFLCIO) September 7, 2021
Minnesota AFL-CIO:
Over the course of the #mnstatefair, hundreds of Minnesotans signed thank you notes to our Senators for co-sponsoring the #ProAct. Senators @amyklobuchar & @TinaSmithMN , get ready for some mail! #1u pic.twitter.com/FK2aZIym1i
— Minnesota AFL-CIO (@MNAFLCIO) September 6, 2021
Missouri AFL-CIO:
Union approval is at its highest since 1965! pic.twitter.com/QmRFoavZFW
— Missouri AFL-CIO (@MOAFLCIO) September 7, 2021
Nevada State AFL-CIO:
Since last #LaborDay, our union brothers and sisters have fought hard to protect and expand the #UnionDifference.
Today, we take time to rest, reflect, and recommit ourselves to this work to better the lives of ALL working Nevadans and their families.#Solidarity #1u ✊ pic.twitter.com/F4G9sD1or8
— Nevada State AFL-CIO // Pass the #PROAct (@NVAFLCIO) September 6, 2021
New Hampshire AFL-CIO:
ICYMI: Check out our Labor Day video! https://t.co/toJnle24K6
— NewHampshire AFL-CIO (@NHAFLCIO) September 7, 2021
New Jersey State AFL-CIO:
— New Jersey AFL-CIO (@NJAFLCIO) September 6, 2021
New Mexico Federation of Labor:
Shana Tova to all who are celebrating #RoshHashanah.
May it be a safe, healthy and happy New Year! pic.twitter.com/IIlN9oTzZ8
— NMFL Pass the PROAct // (@NMFLaflcio) September 7, 2021
New York State AFL-CIO:
Great turn out for Buffalo #LaborDay. Kudos to Denise Abbott Buffalo CLC President and Peter DeJesus WNYALF for organizing.
The @WNYALF is #UnionStrong
Thank you @GovKathyHochul pic.twitter.com/WjqD4mZpXe
— NYS AFL-CIO // #UnionStrong (@NYSAFLCIO) September 6, 2021
North Carolina State AFL-CIO:
Ahead of Labor Day, North Carolina leaders push for federal infrastructure bill https://t.co/htZZSKua34 via @ncpolicywatch #1u
— NC State AFL-CIO // Pass the #PROAct! (@NCStateAFLCIO) September 2, 2021
North Dakota AFL-CIO:
Infrastructure for North Dakota! Let’s get it done! https://t.co/mlzHV7nert
— North Dakota AFL-CIO (@NDAFLCIO) September 7, 2021
Ohio AFL-CIO:
Thx @JoeBiden for your #BuildBackBetter plan to reinvest in the America worker. This is why we endorsed @Russo4Ohio in the #CD15 Special Election. Like the @POTUS, she will fight every day for the #Ohio worker, not billionaires https://t.co/ZHofY8P0pL
— Ohio AFL-CIO (@ohioaflcio) September 8, 2021
Oklahoma State AFL-CIO:
IS this a Great State or What!
Thanks to everyone who attended the Henryetta Lador Day Events.
We hope you all had a great Labor Day Weekend! https://t.co/Q9ij4qWzQE
— Oklahoma State AFL-CIO (@OK_AFL_CIO) September 7, 2021
Oregon AFL-CIO:
The staff at Kaiser Permanente are fighting for fair wages and benefits and safe staffing. Take action today for a fair contract and solutions to staffing levels that allow healthcare professionals the resources necessary to help save lives. #1u
— Oregon AFL-CIO / PASS THE PRO ACT (@OregonAFLCIO) September 8, 2021
Rhode Island AFL-CIO:
Happy Labor Day from the RI AFL-CIO!
Click here to read RI AFL-CIO President George Nee & Secrety Treasurer @PatCrowley401 Op/Ed in Sunday’s projo https://t.co/kOLpQlBYvP
— Rhode Island AFL-CIO (@riaflcio) September 7, 2021
Tennessee AFL-CIO Labor Council:
In the near future, women will officially make up half of the labor movement. It’s time that the policies and culture of various unions reflect their needs. #1u https://t.co/KyVLpTQugF
— Tennessee AFL-CIO (@tnaflcio) September 8, 2021
Texas AFL-CIO:
Full op-ed by Rick Levy for the San Antonio Express News 👉 https://t.co/Ur9QrD9d9V pic.twitter.com/Kna9AWGqhc
— Texas AFL-CIO (@TexasAFLCIO) September 6, 2021
Virginia AFL-CIO:
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! #laborday #1u #passtheproact pic.twitter.com/pe6sJfFNO1
— Virginia AFL-CIO (@Virginia_AFLCIO) September 6, 2021
Washington State Labor Council:
ICYMI: “The untold history of American labor includes so many diverse voices, experiences and struggles; it has touched every person living on this stolen land, and it has shaped the way today’s workers move through society.” – @GrimKim #1u https://t.co/lRtM7MAptv
— Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO (@WAAFLCIO) September 7, 2021
West Virginia AFL-CIO:
“The perseverance of today’s workers in the public and private sectors gives me hope that brighter days lie ahead.” #wvpol #wvunionproud https://t.co/EMtgjegr3P
— West Virginia AFLCIO (@WestVirginiaAFL) September 5, 2021
Wisconsin State AFL-CIO:
— WI AFL-CIO (@wisaflcio) September 7, 2021
Kenneth Quinnell
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