Statement: Violence has no place in our political process
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On Saturday, AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler and Secretary-Treasurer Fred Redmond issued the following statement:
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"A foundation of American democracy—and of the labor movement—is peaceful disagreement and debate. While we await all the details on today’s troubling incident at the Trump rally in Pennsylvania, all Americans must be absolutely clear: violence has no place in our political process. Ever. This is a moment where people of all backgrounds and ideologies must stand together to once again condemn violence of any kind in our politics."
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Endorsements for U.S. Senate and House of Representatives
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Maryland and DC deserve representatives in Congress who will fight for union members and all working people in our region.
In partnership with the Metropolitan Baltimore AFL-CIO and allied unions across Maryland, the unified Maryland State and DC AFL-CIO endorses the following candidates for U.S. Senate and House of Representatives:
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"From advocating for the right to collective bargaining, for fair wages and safe working conditions to championing healthcare and retirement security, these candidates recognize the challenges faced by working people and are dedicated to creating a more equitable society,” said Donna S. Edwards, president of the Maryland State and DC AFL-CIO.
In addition to these leaders for Congress, the AFL-CIO endorses President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris for re-election in 2024.
“There’s absolutely no question that Joe Biden is the most pro-union president in our lifetimes,” AFL-CIO's President Liz Shuler said in June. "We’ve never seen a president more forcefully advocate for workers’ fundamental right to join a union. Now, it’s time to finish the job."
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Compass Coffee workers say company’s hiring boom is an anti-union tactic
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"In the weeks since workers at seven Compass Coffee locations announced plans to unionize, the Washington-based company has gone on a hiring spree that organizers and labor experts say is a traditional tactic to try to dilute pro-union votes," the Washington Post wrote last week.
"'It was pretty clear to us right off the bat, given that these people were exclusively assigned to unionizing cafes, that this was an attempt to pack the cafes and sway the election,' [Penina] Meier-Silverman said."
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Remembering Osmar Daniel Chavarria
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On July 9 CWA Local 2108 learned of the tragic death of union brother Osmar Chavarria while he was doing the job he loved. His co-workers at the 5 North Frederick Garage described him as a daily bundle of joy, always smiling, willing to help, and an encouraging spirit. A GoFundMe page has been established in his honor to benefit his wife and children. We hold Osmar's family and friends in our prayers.
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Upcoming Actions + Events
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Today @ 2 PM: DC Restaurant Workers Organizing Training
Monday, July 15, 2:00-4:00 PM
901 K St. NW, Suite 200
DC hotel and food service workers have fought for and won strong contracts and important policies. Want to organize your restaurant or food service workplace? Join UNITE HERE Local 25 next week to hear from restaurant workers about how they organized their union. All are welcome, lunch provided. RSVP to Allison Burket, [email protected] or 202-412-1612.
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Wednesday: John Lewis National Day of Action and Candlelight Vigil
Wednesday, July 17, 6:00 PM
Black Lives Matter Plaza
On Wednesday, July 17, join organizations working in DC and nationwide for the John Lewis National Day of Action and Candlelight Vigil. Voter registration, banned books, t-shirts, and buttons giveaways! Hear from national leaders to help pass voting rights legislation to fight voter suppression! Families welcome. RSVP to attend.
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Kroger/Albertsons Merger Tele-Town Hall with UFCW Local 400
Thursday, July 18 at 5:30 PM
Join UFCW Local 400 on Thursday, July 18 at 5:30 PM for a Tele-Town Hall on the effort to stop the proposed mega-merger of Kroger and Albertsons. Learn why UFCW opposes the merger, what they're doing about it, lawsuits from the Federal Trade Commission and state attorneys, and what's next. Sign up for the event.
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Community Services Agency 27th Annual Golf Tournament
Monday, September 23 – 6:30 AM
Enterprise Golf Course
You are invited to join the Community Services Agency for their 27th Annual Golf Tournament, to benefit the emergency assistance fund for union members in need. This year’s event will take place on Monday, September 23 at Enterprise Golf Course in Mitchellville, MD. Become a sponsor of this year's tournament.
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Got an action, event, open position, or other update you want labor leaders in DC and Maryland to know about? Submit news items to [email protected].
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