Pass the Inflation Reduction Act: 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:
Members can get involved with Equity in a variety of ways, whether your interest is to meet other members like you, support negotiations or advocate for arts initiatives. Applications are still being accepted for Equity communities and action teams – https://t.co/9s0bqbxaHf pic.twitter.com/iwqxjG6xaD
— Actors’ Equity (@ActorsEquity) August 4, 2022
AFGE:
The FLRA has issued a complaint against the EEOC for violating federal labor law by failing to complete bargaining with our union before changing working conditions for EEOC employees. #1u https://t.co/DDrxqvy01V
— AFGE (@AFGENational) August 4, 2022
AFSCME:
Starting a new job can be tough, but when a co-worker lends a helping hand, it becomes so much easier. This Union 411 installment dives into the role we can all play as AFSCME ambassadors, helping new workers feel comfortable and connected. https://t.co/VkUUewBzvc
— AFSCME (@AFSCME) August 3, 2022
Alliance for Retired Americans:
The ACA has helped so many seniors get affordable health care, but some lawmakers are still trying to repeal it.
Social Security, Medicare, prescription drug prices, and health care are all on the ballot this November.#RepublicanAgenda https://t.co/86QRdOPu8S
— Alliance for Retired Americans (@ActiveRetirees) August 3, 2022
Amalgamated Transit Union:
An ATU hero in Green Bay, WI. Thanks to our Local 857- Green Bay, WI, member for going above and beyond. https://t.co/995VA2jCbr #atuhero #1u
— ATU, Transit Union (@ATUComm) August 3, 2022
American Federation of Teachers:
The #InflationReductionAct would:
✅Lower costs for working families
✅Keep healthcare premiums low
✅Create millions of jobs
✅Help stop climate change
✅Make our tax code fairer
✅Lower the deficit & cut inflationTell your senators to pass it ASAP: https://t.co/cOAv94p2Ks pic.twitter.com/o15N9Rru4g
— AFT (@AFTunion) August 4, 2022
American Postal Workers Union:
#VoteByMail works. Let’s strengthen democracy by ensuring everyone has access to the ballot. This is great news!https://t.co/OQQk3MOZeV
— APWU National (@APWUnational) August 3, 2022
Asian Pacific American Labor Alliance:
APALA decries Myanmar’s Military for their recent unjust execution of four pro-democracy activists. These executions are the first reported judicial executions by the junta in decades.
Read our full statement: https://t.co/P3nNrpL88z
— Asian Pacific American Labor Alliance, AFL-CIO (@APALAnational) August 3, 2022
Association of Flight Attendants-CWA:
The @WHO has declared #monkeypox a global health emergency, its highest-level warning, and U.S. officials are weighing a similar declaration, as the virus spreads in countries where it is not traditionally found. Here’s what you need to know. https://t.co/UX3wn5pOGJ
— AFA-CWA (@afa_cwa) August 1, 2022
Bakery, Confectionery, Tobacco Workers and Grain Millers:
President Shelton never forgets the true friends of the BCTGM! Thank you @AFSCME for the unwavering support! #1u https://t.co/vTb0wKWG9m
— BCTGM International (@BCTGM) July 13, 2022
Boilermakers:
#Boilermakers Local 1 (Chicago) BM-ST Eric Davis was featured in a recent episode of Brotherhood Outdoors 🦌 Watch it here: https://t.co/X5VDxVqbLx @UnionSportsmen #BoilermakersUnion #UnionProud
— Boilermakers Union (@boilermakernews) August 3, 2022
Bricklayers:
It is 95 degrees today. Working in the sun with full PPE in such weather is never easy. BAC @bac1mvd PCC member Yaneth Valencia shared her experience working in the heat and how employers can be responsible to #ProtectWorkers and #BeatTheHeat pic.twitter.com/xQN0CDmead
— Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers Union (@IUBAC) July 20, 2022
Coalition of Black Trade Unionists:
— CBTU (@CBTU72) August 2, 2022
Coalition of Labor Union Women:
#Abortion Always (via @NWLC) https://t.co/o5oxs4NEmA
— CLUW National (@CLUWNational) August 2, 2022
Communications Workers of America:
Congratulations @MWWCNM! ✊ https://t.co/loQZBvcZzN
— CWA (@CWAUnion) August 2, 2022
Department for Professional Employees:
LISTEN: DPE Communications Director @KT_Barrows overviews how DPE supports unions of professionals and collaborates with affiliates to grow the number of professionals in unions. https://t.co/VGCiJcL2Oc
— Department for Professional Employees (@DPEaflcio) August 4, 2022
Electrical Workers:
👇👇👇 pic.twitter.com/yHmN01HD2h
— IBEW (@IBEW) August 3, 2022
Fire Fighters:
Excellence takes work. Committee meetings have started here at #IAFF56th Convention pic.twitter.com/1CbvYnGM1u
— International Association of Fire Fighters (@IAFFNewsDesk) August 4, 2022
Heat and Frost Insulators:
Want a great ROI on your commerical or industrial property that pays for itself in as little as a year? Contact your local Mechanical Insulators Union and see how they can make your opperations more energy efficient. https://t.co/CWhCParPKN pic.twitter.com/6G8fQq2z7w
— Insulators Union 🦎 (@InsulatorsUnion) August 4, 2022
International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers:
IFPTE Sec. Treasurer speaking at the IFPTE Local 20 women’s conference. pic.twitter.com/owz2aGuvlD
— IFPTE (@IFPTE) July 30, 2022
International Labor Communications Association:
This #MemberMonday we’re spotlighting @Labor411! A one-stop resource for people who want to buy union-made goods and services, Labor 411’s print and online directory provides greater visibility to union products and union-made goods and services. pic.twitter.com/uzSIeUz2Kb
— International Labor Communications Association (@ILCAonline) August 1, 2022
Ironworkers:
Congratulations to the brave ironworkers at Mendel Steel & Ornamental Iron – Ironworkers are forming unions on jobsites and in shops everywhere! Are you ready to form a union where you work? Visit https://t.co/hxvByXI5uz ✊#ironworkers #UnionStrong https://t.co/HCDHSvLWxp
— Iron Workers Union (@TheIronworkers) August 3, 2022
Jobs With Justice:
Our friends at @npquarterly just published an excerpt from @saritasgupta and @SmileyJWJ‘s book #TheFutureWeNeed! Check it out (and don’t forget to get yourself a copy of the book)! https://t.co/vOiHLETcK5
— Jobs With Justice (@jwjnational) August 3, 2022
Labor Council for Latin American Advancement:
Did you know you can now purchase LCLAA merch on our website?! Go to https://t.co/0wH92P1u16 to browse our products and proudly represent LCLAA! 🥳✊ #UnionStrong pic.twitter.com/bkUPc0bV76
— LCLAA (@LCLAA) August 4, 2022
Laborers:
Terry O’Sullivan, General President of #LIUNA made the following statement on the nomination of @jesslooman , a proud member of our great union, to serve as the Administrator of the Wage and Hour Division of the U.S. Department of Labor.
READ STATEMENT:https://t.co/uV1kAw3K98 pic.twitter.com/eT4rrX8V7v
— LIUNA (@LIUNA) July 27, 2022
Machinists:
We agree with you, @SenAmyKlobuchar. Owen Herrnstadt is the right person to help our country meet this moment as a Board Member of the @EximBankUS https://t.co/mJGfpp77XA pic.twitter.com/P6Fygtou0d
— Machinists Union (@MachinistsUnion) August 3, 2022
Metal Trades Department:
Portsmouth Naval Shipyard families losing child care. NH, Maine senators push to help. https://t.co/eqzTFFyolm
— Metal Trades Dept. (@metaltradesafl) August 4, 2022
Mine Workers:
Never Forget. Heroes like Sid and Ed gave their lives so that workers could have the rights and freedoms we enjoy today — the very same rights and freedoms that are under attack today from corporate interests and their political allies. https://t.co/x7jVSBC26J
— United Mine Workers (@MineWorkers) August 1, 2022
Musical Artists:
The Staging Staff Caucus will host a Negotiating Workshop on Aug. 15, at 9PM ET. ALL AGMA members in good standing are invited to attend! This will assist AGMA members who may join negotiating committees in the future! https://t.co/KaChEGhcMI pic.twitter.com/2hqHqgSeNy
— AGMA (@AGMusicalArtist) August 1, 2022
National Air Traffic Controllers Association:
.@RepSamGraves and @EAA Chapter 1405 annually host “the Greatest Little Airshow”, attended this month by NATCA leadership and local NATCA members. https://t.co/ZnAll9P2ng pic.twitter.com/fWSqCoBo8B
— NATCA (@NATCA) August 4, 2022
National Association of Letter Carriers:
“I fervently believe that no matter whom we vote for or why, it is essential that we recommit ourselves to democracy by participating in it.” Read NALC President Fredric Rolando’s August President’s Message here: https://t.co/kfqZIcp2EY pic.twitter.com/B0SBGwIqf0
— Letter Carriers (@NALC_National) August 4, 2022
National Day Laborer Organizing Network:
👋🏼 Did you know we are now on TikTok?
If you would like to see more of our organizing and media work, or tune in for more original content, give us a follow!
🔗 https://t.co/YFM9v1mZM9 pic.twitter.com/oQfpOGrzxW
— NDLON (@NDLON) August 3, 2022
National Domestic Workers Alliance:
“Domestic workers do the work that keeps our society functioning and makes all other work possible.” – @JennOStowe https://t.co/MNP7VGm4BL
— Domestic Workers (@domesticworkers) August 3, 2022
National Federation of Federal Employees:
Do you have federal student loans? If so, you may be able to benefit from temporary changes made to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. Just a few minutes of your time may save you thousands of dollars on your student loans. Read more here: https://t.co/Vra2GJ3RYw pic.twitter.com/vsRnR3ZTw8
— NFFE (@NFFE_Union) July 20, 2022
National Nurses United:
Today, hundreds of @UFWupdates farm workers begin a “March for the @CAgovernor‘s Signature” through California’s Central Valley from Delano to Sacramento — a 335-mile, 24-day journey.
In solidarity, union nurses are supporting farm workers along the way. Here’s why. 🧵 (1/6) pic.twitter.com/MUF5nNK3Lz
— NationalNursesUnited (@NationalNurses) August 3, 2022
National Taxi Workers Alliance:
Sweltering heat can’t hold us back. We are going to win because we’ve got the power. What kind of power? Union Power!!! #Raise4All #JobSecurity #EndUnfairDeactivations. We demand an income that honors our labor and job security that values our humanity. #1U #DriverPower pic.twitter.com/Xqq3nLDhV5
— NY Taxi Workers (@NYTWA) August 3, 2022
NWSL Players Association:
In collaboration with @Ally, we are pleased to introduce the finalists of the inaugural Ally Award.
This award recognizes the athlete that embodies the idea of “teammate,” supporting and motivating rookies and veterans alike.
Each finalist was nominated by their teammates. pic.twitter.com/Aw3jC0h7Cx
— NWSLPA (@nwsl_players) July 28, 2022
NFL Players Association:
A powerful story to share + reminder to ask for help when you need it. Thank you @Kj_hamler for your transparency and for inspiring others.
Resources for players: https://t.co/w4CJPcwNk0. https://t.co/A74dSEUZ6b
— NFLPA (@NFLPA) August 1, 2022
North America’s Building Trades Unions:
TBT: This January, NABTU joined @amprog for a panel discussion focusing on the importance of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and how it can be used to build a diverse, equitable infrastructure workforce.
Check it out!https://t.co/U7domKV8lC
— The Building Trades (@NABTU) August 4, 2022
Office and Professional Employees:
More than half of workers surveyed don’t feel respected at work. That is unacceptable.
👉https://t.co/nFg19iWVGr https://t.co/MeIQN698Z3
— OPEIU (@OPEIU) August 1, 2022
Painters and Allied Trades:
If there is a great hope for people that their situations can change for the better, it’s unions.
Please take 2 minutes to listen to our members talk about how our union has positively changed their lives. pic.twitter.com/Jq2oF9O1i9
— IUPAT (@GoIUPAT) August 3, 2022
Plasterers and Cement Masons:
The #OPCMIA applauds enactment of the bipartisan CHIPS Act. It will create thousands of good-paying union US jobs, fight inflation, bolster our manufacturing & R&D capabilities, and strengthen our national security. Kudos to @POTUS for this breakthrough! https://t.co/zppmwX97fQ
— OPCMIA International (@opcmiaintl) August 1, 2022
Pride At Work:
In case anyone was confused, gender identity is not a political statement. Teachers should not have to hide who they are. @AFTunion @NEAToday @AFLCIO https://t.co/7XXjo8qBKl
— Pride at Work (@PrideatWork) August 1, 2022
Professional Aviation Safety Specialists:
PASS member Lisa Cotham (left) attended unveiling of Amelia Earhart statue in U.S. Capitol Natl Statuary Hall! Earhart only 11th woman honored. Cotham, FAA employee, PASS contract rep & bargaining team member, chairs trustees of Museum of Women Pilots in OKC #womeninaviation pic.twitter.com/OKpvMvNI25
— PASS (@PASSNational) July 28, 2022
Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union:
Having a strong union contract means something different to everybody. @RWDSU members from all across the country share their stories of how the power of collective bargaining has changed their lives for the better. We’re stronger together! #RWDSUstronghttps://t.co/9tWG15rlw7
— RWDSU (@RWDSU) August 4, 2022
Roofers and Waterproofers:
We roofers need to be extra careful in the heat. Learn more about recognizing and preventing symptoms of heat illness: https://t.co/NPwRP3R56R
— Roofers Union (@roofersunion) August 4, 2022
SAG-AFTRA:
Hey #sagaftramembers, are you working background? This is for you! Join us on Tuesday, August 9 at 10 PT / 1 ET as we cover the basics of compensation when working background on a TV/Theatrical/New Media production. RSVP 👉 https://t.co/hZLLlrhzOj pic.twitter.com/QR7T0gyuoD
— SAG-AFTRA (@sagaftra) August 4, 2022
Seafarers:
Paul Hall Center ARCM Class Raises Bar for Tech Skills – Seafarers International Union https://t.co/P17UvNEV2g #1u
— Seafarers Union (@SeafarersUnion) August 4, 2022
Solidarity Center:
The National Union of Mineworker is calling on the courts to mete out tough sentences after a gang of armed men raped eight women in Johannesburg, South Africa. @NUM_Media #africa #GBVH #enoughisenoughhttps://t.co/fLohOi0Lxg
— Solidarity Center (@SolidarityCntr) August 4, 2022
TCU/IAM:
Thank you, Brother Regan!!! https://t.co/43sgdBvzvR
— Transportation Communications Union/IAM (@TCUnionHQ) July 26, 2022
The NewsGuild-CWA:
Welcome, welcome, welcome! We’re happy to have you join our ranks! https://t.co/KaBP1kUsrK
— NewsGuild-CWA (@newsguild) August 3, 2022
Theatrical Stage Employees:
We are now taking applications for our next distance learning Networking Technology class in partnership with AVIXA. Download the application for our September 12–14 & September 19–21 class on our website: https://t.co/W2FMJ13Qe2 pic.twitter.com/m5L3Qsrs96
— IATSE Training Trust Fund (@IATSETTF) August 2, 2022
Transport Workers Union:
“There are less workers doing the same amount of work, but on top of that, there are more cars coming in, so there’s additional work. Its leading to a lot of unsafe activity.” — Brandon Redman @transportworker pic.twitter.com/NgeUMVsq2H
— TWU (@transportworker) August 4, 2022
Transportation Trades Department:
🚨 TODAY: Tune into our town hall with U.S. freight railroad workers and @AFLCIO Secretary-Treasurer @STRedmond at 11 AM Eastern. 115,000 railroaders are fighting for a good contract!✊#SupportRailWorkers
YouTube: https://t.co/xdtzkVzAN1
Facebook: https://t.co/InZGeBYJLU pic.twitter.com/RajgamImWw— Transportation Trades Department (@TTDAFLCIO) August 4, 2022
UAW:
“We commend the announcement from Stellantis to invest in UAW facilities,” says UAW President Ray Curry. “When companies invest in UAW facilities, they are recognizing that UAW members add value to the company’s success.” https://t.co/5dQTbqByU7
— UAW (@UAW) August 1, 2022
Union Label and Service Trades Department:
Reuters US Journalists Plan to Strike For First Time In Decades – Bloomberg https://t.co/YTeQtdn65L
— Union Label Dept. (@ULSTD_AFLCIO) August 4, 2022
Union Veterans Council:
Toxic exposure was an original legislative priority of the @unionveterans in 2009 and has been every year since!
Thank you to everyone who has supported this effort throughout the years.
We Passed the PACT ACT!
— Union Veterans Council🪖✊ Pass the #PROAct (@unionveterans) August 2, 2022
UNITE HERE:
Housekeepers and cooks, who already faced tough working conditions in hotels, are now seeing their workloads increase due to the labor shortage.
Hotels need to staff up by offering fair wages and working conditions – so hotel jobs are good jobs.https://t.co/0BOcVRRon1
— UNITE HERE (@unitehere) August 3, 2022
United Food and Commercial Workers:
NEW REPORT: UFCW partnered with the University of Nebraska Medical Center (@unmc)for one of the largest longitudinal surveys of union members who are essential workers covering the #COVID19 pandemic.
Click below to explore the results from our nationwide survey:
— UFCW (@UFCW) August 3, 2022
United Steelworkers:
USW Backs Passage of Inflation Reduction Act https://t.co/gcWmdWLi69
— United Steelworkers (@steelworkers) August 2, 2022
Utility Workers:
All utilities—electric, gas and water services—have slashed their workforces in recent decades, putting communities at risk. Sign the UWUA’s petition to ensure we invest in the next generation of utility workers. https://t.co/DJOgdMDPQC
— UWUA National (@The_UWUA) August 4, 2022
Working America:
People are now using healthcare more than before the pandemic, insurers are using this to increase rates but this should LOWER rates. We need the healthcare industry to HELP now more than ever.
— Working America | Pass the #PROAct (@WorkingAmerica) August 3, 2022
Writers Guild of America, East:
We stand with ferry workers & call for a strong #FerryContractNow! ⛴ #1u https://t.co/nlJ7ZM8kyo
— Writers Guild of America, East (@WGAEast) August 4, 2022
Kenneth Quinnell
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