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Solidarity is key to making AI work for working people - because with no guardrails, it’s coming for everyone’s jobs. We all need to stand together to make sure companies are working with us on AI, not replacing us with AI.
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#ThrowbackThursday to a chilly November day in 1919 when 1,200 delegates from 37 states met in Chicago to launch a national Farmer-Labor Party. In fact, after the Farmer-Labor Party's formation, Illinois AFL President John Walker ran for Governor in 1920
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Illinois has an open Senate seat and we're hosting a forum so union members can learn where the candidates stand on the issues that impact working families.
🗓️ Thursday, 11/13
📍 IBEW 134, 2722 S. King Dr.
Tickets: bit.ly/43B6E6H
Live Stream: bit.ly/4qYAYCe
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Earlier this week, Illinois State Representative Marty Moylan announced his retirement after six terms in the Illinois House of Representatives.
A proud IBEW 134 member, Representative Moylan has dedicated his entire career to improving the lives of Illinoisans.
Thank you, Rep. Moylan for your leadership, dedication, and service. Here's to your next chapter!
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ICYMI: Illinois AFL-CIO Secretary-Treasurer Pat Devaney joined Patrick Pfingston to discuss energy legislation passed through the General Assembly last week and the difficult task of reforming "Tier 2" pensions for state workers.
Tune in here: bit.ly/4ovBAO8
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Yesterday marked the last day of Dia de Los Muertos for many union members celebrating the holiday.
At SEIU Local 1, union members and leaders came together to celebrate, creating vibrant and beautiful altars honoring their loved ones. Each altar was adorned with cempasúchil flowers (marigolds) and filled with cherished memories, including favorite foods and drinks of family and friends who have passed.
The altars also paid tribute to generations of workers whose strength, resilience, and sacrifices continue to inspire our fight for dignity, justice, and a better future for all working people.
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Illinois AFL-CIO Statement on the Passing of Al Llorens, President of the Illinois Education Association
Springfield – Today, the Illinois AFL-CIO released the following statement from President Tim Drea and Secretary-Treasurer Pat Devaney on the passing of IEA President Al Llorens: “On behalf of the Illinois AFL-CIO and hundreds of thousands of union members across the state, we want to express our profound sorrow at the passing of our friend, […]
IL AFL-CIO Statement on the Passing of Governor Jim Edgar
Springfield, IL – Today, Illinois AFL-CIO President Tim Drea released the following statement in response to Governor Jim Edgar’s passing. “Governor Jim Edgar was a true public servant in every sense of the word. He led Illinois with compassion, integrity and respect for all viewpoints. Although organized labor did not always see eye to eye with the Governor, […]
Labor Day 2025 Recap
Throughout the state of Illinois, Central Labor Councils held events to celebrate and honor Labor Day. Labor Day is more than a holiday. It’s a reminder that generations of working people fought for every workplace protection, every step toward fair wages, and every safety standard we enjoy today. And it’s time to remember that those […]
September Newsletter – Illinois is Standing Up for Working Families this Labor Day
Dear friends: Labor Day is approaching, and it is important to remember that this is more than a holiday. It’s a reminder that every workplace protection, every step toward fair wages, and every safety standard we enjoy today was fought for by generations of working people. And it’s a time to remember that those gains […]