Tonight: DC Emancipation Day Speak Out
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Today is DC Emancipation Day, a day that commemorates the signing of the Compensated Emancipation Act in 1862 which abolished slavery in DC. It is also a day to celebrate the courage and struggle of individuals who have fought for freedom, and how this work is still needed now.
As part of this year’s celebration, tonight we are co-hosting "DC Emancipation Day Speak Out: Standing Together to Fight the Power," a discussion on protecting Home Rule, saving federal jobs, and investing in local DC communities.
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Maryland Senator Chris Van Hollen travels to El Salvador to push for Kilmar Abrego Garcia's release
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Maryland's Senator Chris Van Hollen arrived in El Salvador earlier today to push for the release of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Maryland resident, father, and member of SMART 100 who was sent to the country by the Trump administration last month despite an immigration court order preventing his deportation. "I told his wife and his family that I would do everything possible to bring him home, and we’re going to keep working at this until we’re successful," Van Hollen said in a video on social media. Read more »
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Unions launch new pro bono legal network for federal workers targeted by Trump
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The nation’s largest federation of unions has put together a pro bono legal network that aims to help federal employees whose jobs have been lost or threatened under the Trump administration. Rise Up: Federal
Workers Legal Defense Network was formed by the AFL-CIO, AFGE, NFFE-IAM, NTEU, and several civil rights organizations already has 1,000 lawyers in 42 states who have completed training in order to offer their
services. Learn more »
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Workers at Story cannabis dispensary in Mechanicsville, Md. vote to authorize strike
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Yesterday the staff of Story cannabis dispensary in Mechanicsville, Md. announced they have rejected a contract offer from their employer and have voted to authorize a strike to push for higher pay.
"We dedicate ourselves to this company and this community, and over the course of a year and a half of negotiations, Story has refused to hear us out on fair pay," said Michael Conklin, who has worked at the Mechanicsville Story location for almost two years. Read more.
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Politics and Labor Training with ATU Local 689
Saturday, April 19, 2025 @ 10:00 AM
2701 Whitney Place, Forestville, MD
Want to know why the Maryland budget matters? Have you ever wondered how the union canvassing for candidates in Northern Virginia impacts your life? Do you want to understand how working people in DC can build power by going to the Wilson Building? Come and join ATU Local 689 for a critical training on Politics and Labor. All 689 members, retirees, and allies are welcome. Register to attend.
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April 28: Delegates Meeting + Board Elections
The April 2025 meeting of Delegates to the Metropolitan Washington Council, AFL-CIO will take place on Monday, April 28, 2025 at Teamsters Local 639 starting at 6:30 PM. The April 2025 meeting will be the election of Executive Board Members. Delegates, please register in advance for the April meeting.
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April 26: NPEU Park Picnic
Saturday, April 26, 2025 @ 12:00 PM
NPEU members are coming together for an afternoon picnic in the park in preparation for May Day to build solidarity posters that amplify the message of worker power. Friends and family are welcome! Register to attend.
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April 26: 46th Annual Evening with Labor
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The 46th Annual Evening with Labor is coming up in just over one week! It's not too late to get tickets but time is running out. Get your tickets now for the annual celebration and this year's new VIP after-party THE NIGHT SHIFT.
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Labor Night at the Nationals
Saturday, June 14, 2025 @ 4:05 PM
Labor Night at the Nationals 2025 will take place this year on Saturday, June 14! We'll catch the 4:05 PM game against the Miami Marlins and raise funds for the Community Services Agency’s Emergency Assistance Fund. Learn more and get tickets.
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