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January 12, 2024 at 3:16 PM

Watch it live! The 2024 AFL-CIO MLK Conference starts today

Select panels and sessions from the MLK Conference will be livestreamed. Check out the scheduled lineup. Hi John,   We are delighted to kick off our 2024 AFL-CIO Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Civil and Human Rights Conferenc…

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January 8, 2024 at 7:40 PM

DEADLINE: 📣 Registration for the 2024 MLK Conference Closes Jan. 9

This is your last chance to register for our 2024 AFL-CIO Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Civil and Human Rights Conference in Montgomery, Alabama, Jan. 12–14. Hi John,   We have an incredible lineup planned for our 2024 AFL-C…

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January 2, 2024 at 9:48 PM

A brilliant lineup of speakers

Hi John,   Our 2024 AFL-CIO Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Civil and Human Rights Conference is coming up fast, and the registration window is closing! We hope you’ll join us at the Renaissance Montgomery Hotel & Spa at …

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December 28, 2023 at 10:01 PM

Important new info... and an exciting announcement!

Check this off your end-of-year list—register for our 2024 AFL-CIO Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Civil and Human Rights Conference in Montgomery, Alabama, Jan. 12–14. We wanted to share some important new information with yo…

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December 15, 2023 at 4:33 PM

REMINDER: January MLK Conference

Check this off your end-of-year list—register for our 2024 AFL-CIO Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Civil and Human Rights Conference in Montgomery, Alabama, Jan. 12–14. Hi John,   We wanted to make sure you checked this off yo…

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December 12, 2023 at 9:16 PM

What brings you here?

A banner with the words, “We Want to Hear From You!” with two solidarity fists and an orange button that reads, “Weigh In.” Hi John,   It’s a fact: Standing together with co-workers in a union creates a solidarity you can…

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December 7, 2023 at 6:38 PM

EVENT: 📞 Call Center Workers in D.C., Dec. 12

Join the Rally to Demand Good Jobs for Federal Call Center Workers on Dec. 12 at 11 a.m. Hi John,   Maximus is a multibillion-dollar federal contractor that runs the call centers for Medicare and the Affordable Care Act. …

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December 4, 2023 at 8:41 PM

INVITATION: Jan. 12–14, MLK Civil and Human Rights Conference

Union brothers, sisters and siblings: Please join us in Montgomery, Alabama, Jan. 12–14. Hi John,   My name is Danielle Noel, and I am the acting director of Civil, Human and Women’s Rights at the AFL-CIO.   There’s simpl…

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December 1, 2023 at 3:31 PM

Buy union for the holidays!

Our 2023 expanded Union-Made Holiday Gift Guide for shopping this holiday season. Hi John,   It’s that time of year! No matter what you celebrate or how, we know many of you are looking for that perfect gift for your frie…

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November 22, 2023 at 3:16 PM

This is the story of how workers win

We’re thankful for workers and supporters who have stood together united for a better future. Hi John,   It has been a monumental month for American labor. UAW ratified powerful new contracts with each of America’s Big Three automakers: F…

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November 17, 2023 at 4:14 PM

EVENT: 2024 MLK Civil and Human Rights Conference

Please join us in Montgomery, Alabama, Jan. 12–14. Register now to secure your spot! Hi John,   Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. once noted that “Montgomery [Alabama] led to the Civil Rights Act of 1957 and 1960,” and so it’s a…

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November 16, 2023 at 4:29 PM

It’s National Apprenticeship Week!

Apprenticeships aren’t just about lifting up one worker. They’re a path to a career and financial stability that lifts entire communities. Unions continue to make sure every single one of those jobs is a good job. Hi John,   Registered ap…

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November 12, 2023 at 2:03 PM

SOLIDARITY ALERT: Starbucks

Starbucks workers and community supporters are mobilizing in support of workers who have voted to form a union at more than 360 stores. Hi John,   Starbucks workers are leading one of the most visible national organizing …

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November 10, 2023 at 2:05 PM

Now is not the time

Extreme politicians are threatening to shut down the government if they don’t get radical cuts that could hurt veterans. Hi John,   Veterans are the embodiment of dedication to our nation, but many don’t realize that their …

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November 9, 2023 at 8:16 PM

Workers: Write MSNBC ✍️ to tell it to walk the talk

Stand with workers at MSNBC by calling on management to negotiate a fair contract that addresses MSNBC Union’s demands. Hi John,   MSNBC regularly covers the rights of working people and the fights of the labor movement i…

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November 7, 2023 at 9:23 PM

Deondra’s story

My name is Deondra Bridges, and I’ve been a customer service representative with Maximus for the past two years. I’m a mom of three with two stepchildren, and the past few years have been tough. Hi John,   Maximus is a mu…

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November 6, 2023 at 4:05 PM

Election Day is tomorrow

Tomorrow is the day to exercise your democratic rights. Hi John,   Tomorrow—Tuesday, Nov. 7—is Election Day. It’s nearly time to vote!   We believe that you should be the one who chooses the elected officials who will rep…

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November 2, 2023 at 6:31 PM

Worker-centered AI

Workers’ tax dollars made AI innovations possible, so workers need to share in the benefits and wealth created by this technology. Hi John,   Americans are experiencing the greatest technological transformation of the modern era. Automati…

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October 30, 2023 at 2:33 PM

Early voting is starting!

Find your polling place and make a plan to vote. Hi John,   We’ll keep this short and sweet. It’s time to vote early before the Nov. 7 election. Voting Resources There are important local election…

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October 20, 2023 at 1:05 PM

Why workers strike

To the corporations that think they have all the power—guess again. It’s the workers who hold this country together. Hi John,   People across the world know that it’s better in a union. Not only for union members but also for nonunion wor…

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October 18, 2023 at 5:16 PM

10 proposed cruel cuts

This again: Extreme politicians could shut down the government if they don’t get radical cuts that could hurt working families. Hi John,   We can all see the chaos in Congress as House Republicans attempt to choose a speaker—but we should…

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September 28, 2023 at 10:43 PM

ACTION: Workers need child care

Call Congress to prevent 3.2 million workers from losing their child care. Hi John,   In just a few days, millions of working parents could see their child care programs close or their fees increase if Congress does not act to extend enhanced resources as…

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September 27, 2023 at 10:03 PM

TONIGHT at 7 p.m. ET: ✊ ‘How to Organize’ Webinar

We hope you can join us for our webinar, “It’s Better in a Union: How to Organize Your Workplace.” Hi John,   In one hour, we’re holding a free webinar, “It’s Better in a Union: How to Organize Your Workplace.”   You’ll l…

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September 25, 2023 at 2:54 PM

Historic nursing home staffing rule

The deadline to submit a comment in support of a strong safe staffing standard is Nov. 6. Hi John,   The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is considering a historic new rule that would establish a minimum staf…

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September 22, 2023 at 1:06 PM

ORGANIZING OPPORTUNITY: Let us teach you how to form a union!

We're offering a FREE virtual training, “It’s Better in a Union: How to Organize Your Workplace.” Register now for this can’t-miss event! Hi John,   Want to know how to organize a union? Curious about first steps? You’re …

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September 13, 2023 at 10:33 PM

TOMORROW: UAW Nationwide Community Call

The union contracts for 150,000 UAW members at Ford, General Motors, and Stellantis expire tomorrow night. Hi John,   It’s solidarity time. Approximately 150,000 members of the International Union, United Automobile, Aero…

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September 11, 2023 at 8:01 PM

JOIN US: Sept. 14 at a Starbucks near you

Starbucks workers are gearing up for a big day of action this Thursday, Sept. 14. Will you join us? Hi John,   In less than two years, workers at over 350 Starbucks stores have organized to have a voice on the job to advo…

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September 6, 2023 at 2:06 PM

What’s bad for workers and food prices? Megamergers.

Our grocery budgets are begging you: Tell the FTC to stop the Kroger Albertsons megamerger. Hi John,   Every single American family has been impacted by historic rates of inflation and rising food prices.   Despite this, …

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September 4, 2023 at 1:04 PM

Happy Labor Day! ✊

We hope every worker experiences how life is better in a union. We’re offering a free virtual training: “It’s Better in a Union: How to Organize Your Workplace.” Register now! Hi John,   Happy Labor Day! Today is a holiday to honor workin…

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August 30, 2023 at 8:27 PM

There’s a Labor Day event near you in Alexandria!

You’re cordially invited to join us for a Labor Day event in Alexandria. Dear John, What do labor unions mean to you? If you said building a better future for ourselves and our families, you’d be right. But labor unions also put on fantastic Labor Day events. And there’s…

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August 28, 2023 at 9:24 PM

JOIN US for a special live event!

Please join us at 11 a.m. ET for AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler’s inaugural State of the Unions address. Hi John,   You’re invited to a special Labor Day event tomorrow! Please join all of us—AFL-CIO Secretary-Treasurer Fre…

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August 24, 2023 at 7:37 PM

Get a sticker in honor of 💪 Labor Day

Countries where most workers are in a union are among the happiest and healthiest on Earth. Celebrate your union pride with a free sticker! Hi John,   Are you a union member? Do you have a family member in a union? Or do…

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August 18, 2023 at 6:31 PM

March on Washington, Aug. 26

Make history with us once again as we continue the progress of labor and civil rights legends Martin Luther King Jr., A. Philip Randolph, Bayard Rustin and others. The 60th anniversary of the March on Washington is Aug. 26. …

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August 3, 2023 at 9:09 PM

Workers make $1? Well, CEOs make $272.

CEO pay was at the second-highest level ever last year. And yet CEOs are rushing to incorporate AI into their businesses while worker wages fall behind. Hi John,   Worker strikes are at an all-time high. And CEOs continue…

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July 27, 2023 at 3:24 PM

Summer of strikes

AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler joined the SAG-AFTRA and Writers Guild of America, East (WGAE), picket line Monday in New York City. Support a strike near you by donating or volunteering. Hi John,   Workers from coast to coa…

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July 25, 2023 at 6:58 PM

Tomorrow: Join SAG-AFTRA Members and Allies for a Family-Friendly Leaflet

Hi John,   It’s popsicle weather!   On Wednesday, join SAG-AFTRA members and allies for a family-friendly informational leaflet of Netflix’s screening of "Ladybug & Cat Noir: The Movie." Leaflet participants will mee…

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July 13, 2023 at 3:22 PM

JOIN US TODAY: Virtual Rally to Support Nursing Home Safe Staffing

Join us at 2 p.m. today as we rally to show our support for federal nursing home safe staffing! John,   Our virtual rally is starting TODAY at 2 p.m. ET. If you haven't already registered, RSVP now to receive reminders—or just join us her…

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July 11, 2023 at 5:24 PM

WE NEED YOU to Support Nursing Home Safe Staffing

It’s up to us to make sure a strong federal nursing home safe staffing rule becomes reality. Hi John,   Right now we have the power to transform the state of our nursing homes in the United States.   We know there is a di…

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July 10, 2023 at 5:57 PM

JOIN US: Virtual Rally to Support Nursing Home Safe Staffing

Join us July 13 as we rally to show our support for federal nursing home safe staffing! Hi John,   Long before COVID-19 highlighted the shortfalls of the long-term care system in the United States, nursing home workers ac…

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June 27, 2023 at 10:19 PM

Picket opportunity at ‘Captain America’ filming tomorrow

Join a writers’ strike picket line tomorrow! Hi John,   The Writers Guild of America strike continues, and we have a solidarity opportunity near you.   Studios have used the transition to streaming to cut writers’ pay and separate writing…

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June 16, 2023 at 2:25 PM

Virtual Event: AFL-CIO for Biden

The AFL-CIO just endorsed President Biden for re-election. Will you tune in tomorrow at 2 p.m. ET? Hi John,   President Biden has invested in infrastructure, strengthened workers’ rights, protected our retirements, booste…

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June 13, 2023 at 1:30 PM

Year two starts now

It’s time for a bigger, stronger, modern labor movement. Hi John,   This time last year, Liz Shuler and Fred Redmond were elected by AFL-CIO Convention delegates as president and secretary-treasurer.   It’s been a busy year. The Center fo…

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June 6, 2023 at 2:58 PM

Her first strike

“Only love, understanding and organized goodwill can cast out fear.” —Martin Luther King Jr. Stand with Maximus Workers. Dear John,   Today we’re sharing the story of Barbara Westbrook, a worker in Chester, Virginia, who …

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June 5, 2023 at 3:27 PM

Julie Su vs. corporate ad dollars

Julie Su’s confirmation vote to become the secretary of labor is imminent. Corporations are spending big to stop unions’ momentum and recent gains in workers’ rights and benefits. Hi John,   There’s no mistaking it—the bi…

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June 1, 2023 at 1:43 PM

Pride at Work ✊

Happy Pride Month! We’re fighting so workers can live free from fear and discrimination and be our full selves at work. Hi John,   The labor movement is intersectional. This means we fight for all working people—no matter…

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May 24, 2023 at 3:08 PM

Solidarity Alert: Board game workers want a union

Union-busting is not a game. Support the workers who help bring you your favorite board games, from Magic: the Gathering to Pokémon. Hi John,   In March, workers at eBay-owned TCGplayer organized with Communications Worke…

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May 23, 2023 at 7:50 PM

Support Striking Writers: Leaflet at ‘The Little Mermaid’ Movie Screening in Washington, D.C.

Don’t be a guppy. Join us as we stand up for striking writers and leaflet outside of Disney’s lobby event at the Motion Picture Association on Wednesday afternoon. Hi John,   On Wednesday, May 24, at 5:45 p.m. ET, members…

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May 23, 2023 at 4:19 PM

This again?

The message from workers is clear: Don’t push America into a completely unnecessary economic crisis, and don’t tackle the budget deficit on the backs of workers, families and seniors. Hi John,   House Speaker Kevin McCart…

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May 17, 2023 at 6:21 PM

CORRECTION: Support Striking Writers: Leafleting Opportunity in D.C. Thursday Evening

Solidarity Alert! But this time with the link to RSVP. We hope you'll join us in D.C. tomorrow evening. We hope to see you tomorrow evening at 5:30 p.m. ET. If you're able to join us, we ask that you RSVP here. Thank you!…

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May 17, 2023 at 3:32 PM

Support Striking Writers: Leafleting Opportunity in D.C. Thursday Evening

Join us ahead of a congressional screening of “Fast X” to let attendees know that Comcast NBCUniversal, along with the other major studios, refuses to negotiate a fair deal with members of WGAE and WGAW. Hi John,   On Thu…

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