One Day Longer: 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:
#onedaylonger https://t.co/fp1Vb2b61x
— Alabama AFL-CIO (@AlabamaAFLCIO) July 20, 2022
Alaska AFL-CIO:
“The university has illegitimately declared impasse. They have illegitimately decided that their (best and last offer) is the contract in effect. Neither of those things are legally valid; it violates Alaska labor statute.” #1u #UnionStrong https://t.co/6QHHyT8OpV
— Alaska AFL-CIO (@AKAFLCIO) July 25, 2022
Arizona AFL-CIO:
Curaleaf is another business attempting to union bust in AZ. Help protect unions! https://t.co/MrTnFHvJrO
— Arizona AFL-CIO (@ArizonaAFLCIO) July 22, 2022
California Labor Federation, AFL-CIO:
SOLIDARITY ALERT!
We’re calling on @ATVI_AB @Activision to END GENDER INEQUITY & create a free and fair process for workers to choose union representation.
Safe workplaces for marginalized workers NOW!#UnionStrong #1u https://t.co/5fJQ89Y8pB
— California Labor Federation (@CaliforniaLabor) July 21, 2022
Colorado AFL-CIO:
It posted early! Listen NOW: https://t.co/w1x0Tq0wSe #copolitics https://t.co/AwNlmTyecl
— Colorado AFL-CIO (@AFLCIOCO) July 25, 2022
Georgia State AFL-CIO:
Our slate of labor-endorsed candidates know this to be true- when we take care of working people and their families, we take care of Georgia. #1u #Labor2022 pic.twitter.com/227JAqVuA8
— Georgia AFL-CIO // Pass The #ProAct (@AFLCIOGeorgia) July 23, 2022
Indiana State AFL-CIO:
The decision when and whether to have a child is fundamental to a woman’s economic freedom and advancement.
Reproductive rights are workers’ rights. pic.twitter.com/RTfzhTGRHu
— Indiana AFL-CIO (@INAFLCIO) July 25, 2022
Iowa Federation of Labor, AFL-CIO:
Celebrating 32 years of the Americans with Disabilities Act https://t.co/iA7QKbcYx0
— Iowa AFL-CIO (@IowaAFLCIO) July 26, 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:
Across this state working people are forced to live in their vehicles, campgrounds, rest stops and shelters because they can’t afford to purchase a home or pay skyrocketing rents. No one should ever go without proper shelter. We can & we must do better. https://t.co/Qdb4kxXGwu
— Maine AFL-CIO (@MEAFLCIO) July 24, 2022
Maryland State and D.C. AFL-CIO:
Union members are on their grind, #GOTV for @TomPerez, @ShannonSneed4MD, @BrookeELierman, @BrownforMD, and every last labor endorsed candidate up and down the ballot! #VoteUnion https://t.co/nZJ52r11EK
— Maryland State and DC AFL-CIO (@MDDCStateFed) July 19, 2022
Massachusetts AFL-CIO:
Huge morning knocking doors for @TerriTauro4Mass with @LizShuler in #Lynn #mapoli #1u 💪💪💪 pic.twitter.com/gUZ8ztTWhK
— Massachusetts AFL-CIO // Build Back Better (@massaflcio) July 16, 2022
Michigan State AFL-CIO:
Yesterday’s announcement is a huge victory for every working person in Michigan! pic.twitter.com/1qbZwqvdCa
— Michigan AFL-CIO 💉💪 (@MIAFLCIO) July 20, 2022
Minnesota AFL-CIO:
Ahead of Frontline Worker Pay Application Period Closing, Coalition Calls for $500 Million Blocked by Senate Republicans to Be Added to Fund https://t.co/czLFoYx7Qd #mnleg #1u
— Minnesota AFL-CIO (@MNAFLCIO) July 22, 2022
Missouri AFL-CIO:
Leaders stand up and speak out! Thank you @CoriBush for fighting for union members. Be like the Congresswoman: 👏Support👏Your👏Local👏Union👏 #1u #Solidarity pic.twitter.com/g6VcZwmLDi
— Missouri AFL-CIO (@MOAFLCIO) July 25, 2022
Nevada State AFL-CIO:
The Nevada State AFL-CIO condemns this disgusting & racist display of a black man being lynched at Galleria Mall.
This despicable act of racism was shown as part of the July 4th decorations & was on display for several days.
To Galleria Mall: The community demands answers! pic.twitter.com/huQuUHmnzs
— Nevada State AFL-CIO // Pass the #PROAct (@NVAFLCIO) July 11, 2022
New Hampshire AFL-CIO:
Everyone in New Hampshire’s labor community joins her loved ones & mourns the passing of Kelly Torosian. Rest in power, sister https://t.co/g2LrkQWPZz @AFTNewHampshire @AFSCME93 @SEIU1984 @NHNEAPrez @UAW2322 @Local_789 @NTULocal1044 @AFTunion @AAUP @AaupUnh @Ibew2320nh @Ibew490
— NewHampshire AFL-CIO (@NHAFLCIO) July 23, 2022
New Jersey State AFL-CIO:
Keep your lawn and garden green this summer with these #unionmade companies. #hotlaborsummer #1u pic.twitter.com/hiCqPlf7Nh
— New Jersey AFL-CIO (@NJAFLCIO) July 26, 2022
New York State AFL-CIO:
Today is #DisabilityIndependenceDay, which commemorates the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) 32 years ago. See how you can stand up for the rights of people with disabilities: https://t.co/rN6zyHqnWc pic.twitter.com/Wd2GpVgsTO
— NYS AFL-CIO // #UnionStrong (@NYSAFLCIO) July 26, 2022
North Carolina State AFL-CIO:
After a 2-year hiatus, we’re back at UNCW for #LaborSchool this week to build the knowledge, skills, and power of NC union members! #1u pic.twitter.com/iOBA3mweLZ
— NC State AFL-CIO // #OrganizeTheSouth (@NCStateAFLCIO) July 19, 2022
Ohio AFL-CIO:
Imagine #Ohio, @TimRyan can join @SenSherrodBrown and become the most pro-#Union, pro-worker delegation in the country. We can do this in November! https://t.co/LdcTS3csqb
— 🇺🇦 Ohio AFL-CIO (@ohioaflcio) July 26, 2022
Oregon AFL-CIO:
If you are struggling or in crisis, you can get help immediately at a new 988 dialing code. Call or text 988 or chat @988lifeline.org. #988lifeline #mentalhealth #suicideprevention pic.twitter.com/D23Hno6FLp
— Oregon AFL-CIO (@OregonAFLCIO) July 25, 2022
Pennsylvania AFL-CIO:
Proud to represent 700,000 union member across the commonwealth! We mobilize our members and community partners to advocate for social and economic justice and we strive daily to vanquish oppression and make our communities better for all people. #PennsylvaniaDay #UnionProud #1U pic.twitter.com/aKtcNJxN9V
— PA AFL-CIO (@PaAFL_CIO) July 21, 2022
Tennessee AFL-CIO Labor Council:
Don’t forget! Early voting ends July 30th! Follow the link below to access a list of early voting locations in your county. #1uhttps://t.co/uOf7Oi6gx7 pic.twitter.com/iqyVzeMYW7
— Tennessee AFL-CIO (@tnaflcio) July 26, 2022
Texas AFL-CIO:
Welcome to the Texas labor movement family, Yana and Christopher! #1u https://t.co/jHw78avKFG
— Texas AFL-CIO (@TexasAFLCIO) July 25, 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
Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO:
It’s time for ✨2022 Congressional Endorsements✨
WSLC endorsements are made by a vote of our affiliated unions. No matter how you vote, we encourage all working people to mail in or drop off your primary ballot by Aug. 2!
Full list of endorsements: https://t.co/AESqt88kKM
— Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO (@WAAFLCIO) July 25, 2022
Wisconsin State AFL-CIO:
In 2021, S&P 500 companies’ CEOs’ pay rose 18.2% on average. Workers’ wages rose only 4.7%. Check out the @AFLCIO‘s Executive Paywatch Report https://t.co/SXpFyi3WZN
— WI AFL-CIO (@wisaflcio) July 18, 2022
Kenneth Quinnell
Tue, 07/26/2022 – 15:28