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  Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]
January 18, 2022 at 4:00 PM

Do you support democracy, ​john​?

The Senate votes TODAY on voting rights. People died for democracy and the right to vote. It’s our duty to them: Sideline the Filibuster and pass the Freedom to Vote: John R. Lewis Act. Hi john, Senator John R. Lewis fought his whole life to def…
  Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]
January 18, 2022 at 4:00 PM

Do you support democracy, ​John​?

The Senate votes TODAY on voting rights. People died for democracy and the right to vote. It’s our duty to them: Sideline the Filibuster and pass the Freedom to Vote: John R. Lewis Act. Hi John, Senator John R. Lewis fought his whole life to def…
  Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]
January 12, 2022 at 9:47 PM

📞 Sideline the Filibuster in the Senate 📞

The filibuster is stopping us from passing laws. Laws that protect our right to vote and help people during the pandemic. Sideline it. Hi john,   Our democracy is under attack. To protect it, we must sideline the filibust…
  Fred Yamashita, Susan Minato · [email protected]
January 12, 2022 at 4:07 PM

Join us to Deliver for Voting Rights

Hi john,We are just one week away from Senate Majority Leader Schumer’s Martin Luther King, Jr. Day deadline to fix the rules of democracy so that our elected officials can finally ‘Deliver For Voting Rights.Rank-and-file …
  Fred Yamashita, Susan Minato · [email protected]
January 12, 2022 at 4:07 PM

Join us to Deliver for Voting Rights

Hi John,We are just one week away from Senate Majority Leader Schumer’s Martin Luther King, Jr. Day deadline to fix the rules of democracy so that our elected officials can finally ‘Deliver For Voting Rights.Rank-and-file …
  Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]
January 11, 2022 at 9:06 PM

PETITION: Sideline the filibuster and protect voting rights

The choice is clear: Sideline the filibuster, not the hopes and aspirations of the American people. The U.S. Senate must protect democracy and protect our right to vote. Hi john,   Our democracy is under attack. The Sena…
  Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]
December 22, 2021 at 8:19 PM

2021 Year in Review

2021 was a big year for Arizona's Labor Movement. Let's take a look back. john,As this year comes to a close, we'd like to reflect on a year that was marked by hard-fought campaigns, a wave of work stoppages across the country, and  excitin…
  Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]
December 22, 2021 at 8:19 PM

2021 Year in Review

2021 was a big year for Arizona's Labor Movement. Let's take a look back. John,As this year comes to a close, we'd like to reflect on a year that was marked by hard-fought campaigns, a wave of work stoppages across the country, and  excitin…
  Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]
December 3, 2021 at 6:21 PM

Tell Congress to finish the job and pass the Build Back Better Act now

The Build Back Better agenda means trillions of dollars of investment in our jobs, families and communities. It's time to finish the job and pass both bills. Hi John,   The Build Back Better agenda means trillions of doll…
  Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]
December 3, 2021 at 6:20 PM

Tell Congress to finish the job and pass the Build Back Better Act now

The Build Back Better agenda means trillions of dollars of investment in our jobs, families and communities. It's time to finish the job and pass both bills. Hi john,   The Build Back Better agenda means trillions of doll…
  Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]
December 3, 2021 at 4:01 PM

Let HMS Host know you still support airport workers!

Good morning, On Wednesday at 3pm members of UNITE HERE Local 11 voted to end their 10-day strike, which you can read more about at this link. We as a community can continue to support them by letting HMS Host management know that we'll be watching for retaliation against the …
  Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]
December 3, 2021 at 4:01 PM

Let HMS Host know you still support airport workers!

Good morning, On Wednesday at 3pm members of UNITE HERE Local 11 voted to end their 10-day strike, which you can read more about at this link. We as a community can continue to support them by letting HMS Host management know that we'll be watching for retaliation against the …
  Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]
November 9, 2021 at 10:02 PM

Infrastructure Week and what it means for you, John

The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act is an incredible investment in working people. This will create good union jobs and help repair our crumbling infrastructure. Check out a few facts about the bill. Hi John,   Inf…
  Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]
November 5, 2021 at 9:59 PM

Give the Arizona Independent Redistricting Commission your thoughts on their final draft maps

Online and in-person events available. Good afternoon, The Arizona Independent Redistricting Commission is holding both in-person and online hearings over the next few weeks as they finalize the legislative and congressional districts that we will be voting in for the next de…
  Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]
October 20, 2021 at 3:31 PM

Join us this Thursday!

Rally to Protect Democracy JOIN US THIS THURSDAY! American democracy is under threat: the dismantling of workers’ rights, a scourge of attacks on voting rights, and a system that forces immigrants into the shadows where they’re exploited and put at risk. We're fighting back!!! …
  Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]
October 20, 2021 at 3:31 PM

Join us this Thursday!

Rally to Protect Democracy JOIN US THIS THURSDAY! American democracy is under threat: the dismantling of workers’ rights, a scourge of attacks on voting rights, and a system that forces immigrants into the shadows where they’re exploited and put at risk. We're fighting back!!! …
  Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]
October 18, 2021 at 9:22 PM

Join us Thursday, October 21st, 10am, at the Protect Our Democracy rally

Join us at Cesar Chavez Memorial Plaza in Phoenix Please join us this Thursday, October 21st, at 10am at Cesar Chavez Memorial Plaza, 202 W. Washington Street in Phoenix, for the Protect Our Democracy rally. The Arizona AFL-CIO, in partnership with UNITE HERE Local 11, Case Ac…
  Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]
October 18, 2021 at 9:22 PM

Join us Thursday, October 21st, 10am, at the Protect Our Democracy rally

Join us at Cesar Chavez Memorial Plaza in Phoenix Please join us this Thursday, October 21st, at 10am at Cesar Chavez Memorial Plaza, 202 W. Washington Street in Phoenix, for the Protect Our Democracy rally. The Arizona AFL-CIO, in partnership with UNITE HERE Local 11, Case Ac…
  Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]
October 7, 2021 at 8:25 PM

PETITION: I support Kellogg workers on strike!

Some 1,400 BCTGM members are on strike at Kellogg. Management demanded they give up holiday and vacation pay, retirement benefits, and quality health care. We support Kellogg workers holding strong on the picket line! Hi …
  Fred Yamashita, Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]
September 1, 2021 at 6:52 PM

AZ AFL-CIO Celebrates Labor Day - RSVP TODAY!

Brothers and Sisters, For Labor Day, Arizona's labor movement will celebrate our many successes in 2021 thus far while continuing our fight for the passage of the Richard L. Trumka Protecting the Right to Organize (PRO) Act. We'll be kicking things off with our virtual Labor D…
  Fred Yamashita, Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]
September 1, 2021 at 6:52 PM

AZ AFL-CIO Celebrates Labor Day - RSVP TODAY!

Brothers and Sisters, For Labor Day, Arizona's labor movement will celebrate our many successes in 2021 thus far while continuing our fight for the passage of the Richard L. Trumka Protecting the Right to Organize (PRO) Act. We'll be kicking things off with our virtual Labor D…
  Fred Yamashita, Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]
August 12, 2021 at 10:57 PM

Arizona Workers Mourn the loss of President Richard L. Trumka

Statement from Acting President and Secretary-Treasurer Liz Schuler Our brother and leader, Rich Trumka, passed away last week at the age of 72. He was doing what he loved: spending time with his family. Rich cared deeply about working people. He wanted to create a better l…
  Fred Yamashita, Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]
July 29, 2021 at 10:34 PM

Arizona Workers Support the PRO Act for National Week of Action

Statement from President Richard Trumka By every measure, our PRO Act Week of Action was an incredible success. Thousands of union members took to the streets to make our voices hear. One hundred senators have the ability to pass the PRO Act, but we showed that we hold the …
  Fred Yamashita, Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]
July 29, 2021 at 10:34 PM

Arizona Workers Support the PRO Act for National Week of Action

Statement from President Richard Trumka By every measure, our PRO Act Week of Action was an incredible success. Thousands of union members took to the streets to make our voices hear. One hundred senators have the ability to pass the PRO Act, but we showed that we hold the …
  Arizona AFL-CIO via ActionNetwork.org · [email protected]
July 8, 2021 at 8:22 PM

Arizona AFL-CIO Legislative Review Panel: Friday, July 9th, 9:30am

Please join us tomorrow to hear from legislators about the 2021 legislative session. Good afternoon, Please join us tomorrow at 930am where we will hold a panel discussion of pro-labor Arizona legislators moderated by Pima Area Labor Federation and Maricopa Area Labor Federation …
  Arizona AFL-CIO via ActionNetwork.org · [email protected]
July 8, 2021 at 8:22 PM

Arizona AFL-CIO Legislative Review Panel: Friday, July 9th, 9:30am

Please join us tomorrow to hear from legislators about the 2021 legislative session. Good afternoon, Please join us tomorrow at 930am where we will hold a panel discussion of pro-labor Arizona legislators moderated by Pima Area Labor Federation and Maricopa Area Labor Federation …
  Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]
June 29, 2021 at 5:02 PM

This is our shot. Let’s all get vaccinated.

Getting vaccinated is the safest way to build protection for you, your loved ones and your entire community. Add your name and get your sticker saying you’re a proud union member who got the vaccine. Hi John, Get vaccinated for yourself, your frien…
  Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]
June 29, 2021 at 5:02 PM

This is our shot. Let’s all get vaccinated.

Getting vaccinated is the safest way to build protection for you, your loved ones and your entire community. Add your name and get your sticker saying you’re a proud union member who got the vaccine. Hi john, Get vaccinated for yourself, your frien…
  Fred Yamashita, Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]
June 14, 2021 at 6:29 PM

Southwest District Meeting - TOMORROW!

Brothers and Sisters, Join labor leaders, activists and staff from Arizona, Colorado, Nevada, New Mexico and Texas. We'll be coming together virtually TOMORROW from 10 AM - 3:30 PM MT. This year's theme is "Passing the PRO Act and Winning a Workers First Agenda." Workshops wi…
  Fred Yamashita, Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]
June 3, 2021 at 7:46 PM

REMINDER: Register for Southwest District Meeting

Brothers and Sisters, Our fight for working people crosses state lines, so we have to work together. Let's make sure we're united in our message and strategy. Join labor leaders, activists and staff from Arizona, Colorado, Nevada, New Mexico and Texas. We'll be coming together…
  Fred Yamashita, Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]
June 3, 2021 at 7:46 PM

REMINDER: Register for Southwest District Meeting

Brothers and Sisters, Our fight for working people crosses state lines, so we have to work together. Let's make sure we're united in our message and strategy. Join labor leaders, activists and staff from Arizona, Colorado, Nevada, New Mexico and Texas. We'll be coming together…
  Fred Yamashita, Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]
April 28, 2021 at 5:01 PM

Today is Workers Memorial Day

We remember the people who have lost their lives on the job. This past year has been a time of extraordinary loss, so we must respond with extraordinary action. We’ll keep fighting for them.   Dear john,   On Wo…
  Fred Yamashita, Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]
April 28, 2021 at 5:00 PM

Today is Workers Memorial Day

We remember the people who have lost their lives on the job. This past year has been a time of extraordinary loss, so we must respond with extraordinary action. We’ll keep fighting for them.   Dear John,   On Wo…
  Fred Yamashita, Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]
April 22, 2021 at 12:50 AM

ACTION ALERT: PRO Act Week of Action - RSVP TODAY!

Brothers and Sisters, Just this week Senator Joe Manchin of West Virginia announced his support for the PRO Act! This means that only 3 Democratic Senators have not expressed their support for the most significant worker empowerment legislation since the Great Depression, incl…
  Fred Yamashita, Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]
April 22, 2021 at 12:50 AM

ACTION ALERT: PRO Act Week of Action - RSVP TODAY!

Brothers and Sisters, Just this week Senator Joe Manchin of West Virginia announced his support for the PRO Act! This means that only 3 Democratic Senators have not expressed their support for the most significant worker empowerment legislation since the Great Depression, incl…
  Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]
April 8, 2021 at 4:00 PM

Today is the PRO Act Day of Action

We’re going to flood the Senate phone lines with support for the PRO Act. Working people of America have waited long enough for labor laws that protect our right to form and join unions.   Hi john,   Today is th…
  Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]
April 8, 2021 at 4:00 PM

Today is the PRO Act Day of Action

We’re going to flood the Senate phone lines with support for the PRO Act. Working people of America have waited long enough for labor laws that protect our right to form and join unions.   Hi John,   Today is th…
  Fred Yamashita, Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]
March 18, 2021 at 11:34 PM

ACTION ALERT: Help us defeat SB 1268!

john, Last week, the Arizona State Senate held a floor vote on SB 1268, a harmful bill backed by corporate lobbyists that threatens your healthcare and retirement benefits. Unfortunately, this bill passed the Senate in a 16-14 vote. SB 1268 is set to be heard before the House …
  Fred Yamashita, Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]
March 18, 2021 at 11:34 PM

ACTION ALERT: Help us defeat SB 1268!

John, Last week, the Arizona State Senate held a floor vote on SB 1268, a harmful bill backed by corporate lobbyists that threatens your healthcare and retirement benefits. Unfortunately, this bill passed the Senate in a 16-14 vote. SB 1268 is set to be heard before the House …
  Veronica Martinez, Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]
February 23, 2021 at 11:03 PM

RSVP NOW: 2021 Virtual Day of Action - March 3rd

Brothers and Sisters, The Arizona AFL-CIO is excited to host our annual 2021 Day of Action at the Arizona State Capitol VIRTUALLY on Wednesday, March 3rd at 10 AM! Workshops this year will include: Lobbying 101 during COVID-19, facilitated by Daniella Smith of Limited Consul…
  Veronica Martinez, Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]
February 23, 2021 at 11:03 PM

RSVP NOW: 2021 Virtual Day of Action - March 3rd

Brothers and Sisters, The Arizona AFL-CIO is excited to host our annual 2021 Day of Action at the Arizona State Capitol VIRTUALLY on Wednesday, March 3rd at 10 AM! Workshops this year will include: Lobbying 101 during COVID-19, facilitated by Daniella Smith of Limited Consul…
  Fred Yamashita, Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]
February 17, 2021 at 9:15 PM

ACTION ALERT: Help us stop SB 1268!

John, This week, the Arizona State Senate will hold a floor vote on SB 1268, a harmful bill backed by corporate lobbyists that threatens your healthcare and retirement benefits. We need your help to stop this bill. CLICK HERE to write an email to your Senator urging them to vo…
  Fred Yamashita, Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]
February 17, 2021 at 9:15 PM

ACTION ALERT: Help us stop SB 1268!

john, This week, the Arizona State Senate will hold a floor vote on SB 1268, a harmful bill backed by corporate lobbyists that threatens your healthcare and retirement benefits. We need your help to stop this bill. CLICK HERE to write an email to your Senator urging them to vo…
  Fred Yamashita, Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]
February 3, 2021 at 9:36 PM

ACTION ALERT: Healthcare and Retirement Benefits under attack

John, The Senate Commerce Committee at the Arizona Legislature could take up a bill that threatens your healthcare and retirement benefits. We need your help to stop it! Manufactured by corporate lobbyists, SB 1268 is a government intrusion on your rights to negotiate with you…
  Fred Yamashita, Arizona AFL-CIO via ActionNetwork.org · [email protected]
January 19, 2021 at 10:48 PM

Inauguration Day 2021: Join Us

You don't want to miss this opportunity from IATSE John, We wanted to make sure you saw this exciting opportunity from IATSE. Here are three ways you can participate: Post photos to social media using the #LaborUnity2021 hashtag. Submit photos securely through our new “V…
  Fred Yamashita, Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]
October 30, 2020 at 11:55 PM

FINAL GOTV Weekend Lit Drops and Phone Banks!

Brothers and Sisters, We are entering the final days of our Labor 2020 campaign and we are so proud of all the hard work you've put in to increasing union member voter turnout this election! But we have so much more to do, and so little time left. This weekend we are hosting b…
  Fred Yamashita, Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]
October 30, 2020 at 11:55 PM

FINAL GOTV Weekend Lit Drops and Phone Banks!

Brothers and Sisters, We are entering the final days of our Labor 2020 campaign and we are so proud of all the hard work you've put in to increasing union member voter turnout this election! But we have so much more to do, and so little time left. This weekend we are hosting b…
  Fred Yamashita, Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]
October 21, 2020 at 6:07 PM

GOTV Weekend of Action feat. Terfere Gebre!

Brothers and Sisters, We are excited to announce that AFL-CIO Executive Vice President Tefere Gebre will be in Arizona to kick off our final GOTV Weekend of Action! We will have options for contactless lit drops, in-person socially distanced phone banking, and virtual phone ba…
  Fred Yamashita, Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]
October 21, 2020 at 6:07 PM

GOTV Weekend of Action feat. Terfere Gebre!

Brothers and Sisters, We are excited to announce that AFL-CIO Executive Vice President Tefere Gebre will be in Arizona to kick off our final GOTV Weekend of Action! We will have options for contactless lit drops, in-person socially distanced phone banking, and virtual phone ba…
  Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]
September 22, 2020 at 12:27 AM

Tell the Senate: HEROES, Not Hypocrisy

John, America has lost one of the greatest jurists in our nation’s history—a consistent, unshakable champion of civil and women’s rights and the freedom to form a union. But we also are mourning 200,000 people who have died in the United States due to COVID-19. And we are stil…