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** EARN Notice June 2025
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The heat of June feels especially dense this year. As many state legislative sessions across the country come to a close or transition to recess, there’s a range of emotions I’m sure many are feeling. Some of us are celebrating wins like passing the most progressive paid parental leave policy ([link removed]) in the South, passing unemployment for striking workers ([link removed]) , and expanding the minimum wage to farmworkers ([link removed]) . Others have had success in building coalitions and advancing good policies, yet are undoubtedly frustrated at measures not codified ([link removed]) into law and hard fought wins
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For me, this time was also filled with Juneteenth celebrations. Of course, at EPI, we marked the holiday with the final release ([link removed]) in the Rooted in Racism ([link removed]) series! But there were also cookouts to enjoy, red velvet cake to request, and plenty of banter over games of Spades.

In some senses Juneteenth embodies the tensions of this moment. It’s a symbol of resistance and resilience. Juneteenth was birthed from one of the most horrendous periods in human history. And out of that pain and sorrow, people rejoiced at the genesis of a new day as it was announced (belatedly) that slavery was officially abolished in Confederate states. It’s a moment of community and a constant reminder that to move forward towards racial, gender, and economic justice, we must lean on each other. Embracing our neighbors, we feel the community, kinship, and solidarity that we need to gather the strength to advance labor standards, fight for our constitutional rights, and build power together.

Before I go, I’d be remiss if I didn’t mention the opportunity to join together at EARNCon. ([link removed]) Registration recently opened and I can’t wait to be in community with you all in New Orleans.

In solidarity,

Jasmine Payne-Patterson
Senior State Policy Strategist


** New Publications
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Reconciliation Bill Passed by House Republicans Would be Devastating for Californians ([link removed]) (June 1)

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Federal Layoffs Increase DC Unemployment and Threaten to Exacerbate Racial Inequity ([link removed]) (June 2)

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“Trump Accounts” are performative equity that would widen the wealth gap: The $1,000-per-baby proposal in the federal budget package is a distraction from cuts to SNAP and Medicaid ([link removed]) (June 12)

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Keystone Research Center Releases New Analysis of Federal Clean Energy Investments Across Pennsylvania ([link removed]) (June 17)


** Explore the Full Series: Rooted in Racism
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Last week, EPI released the fifth and final report ([link removed]) of the Rooted in Racism and Economic Exploitation ([link removed]) series ([link removed]) , which describes how Southern lawmakers' neglect of basic worker protections and disinvestment in social safety net programs—while offering hefty subsidies to corporations, privatizing public goods, and giving the wealthy big tax breaks—are all part of an intentional strategy to undermine job quality and suppress worker power, particularly for Black and brown workers.

Read the full series here: Rooted in Racism and Economic Exploitation | Economic Policy Institute ([link removed])


** Upcoming EARN Events
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EARN 101
Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at 3 pm ET
EARN 101 is a workshop to learn about the network and our resources. This is a great opportunity for new staff and interns to learn about the network, resources we provide and how we work with an array of partners (union, grassroots, state and local government) to advance worker power and racial and gender justice. The webinar will include a demo of some of our data resources and offer guidance on how staff can take advantage of EPI's and the network's deep well of expertise.
* Register here: [link removed]

Unions 101
Thursday, June 26, 2025, at 3 pm ET
Unions 101 will discuss what unions do, who today’s union members are, what threats and opportunities are facing unions today, and why state labor policy matters for racial, gender, and economic justice and democracy. Whether you’re new to working with unions or have years of experience, we invite you to bring your questions, ideas, and experience to this interactive Zoom workshop to discuss the roles unions play in the workplace and economy, how state policies shape workers’ union rights, and opportunities to deepen labor partnerships in state issue campaigns.
* Register here: [link removed]


** ICYMI: EARN Announcements
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EARNCon 2025: Early Bird Registration is Now Open!
Discounted early bird pricing (10% off) is available until July 14th.
We are thrilled to host EARNCon ([link removed]) in partnership with the Economic Policy Institute’s Program on Race, Ethnicity, and the Economy (PREE), in New Orleans, LA from November 12–14, 2025. New Orleans has a rich history, one that is inextricably tied to racial, economic, and social justice movements. This year’s conference will center around the theme “Community, Solidarity, Resistance: Building multi-racial worker power in the states” and feature content aligned with EPI’s strategic priorities ([link removed]) . At EARNCon 2025 ([link removed]) , we will lay the groundwork needed for an equity-enhancing, worker-centered, state and local research and policy agenda for 2026 and beyond.
* Register here: [link removed]


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