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"Rebb and her husband have tabled plans to buy a new house because of the uncertainty surrounding her job, she said. Some of her co-workers are talking about finding other work."
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We're proud to see our friends at the CFL, SEIU, and ICIRR holding a citizenship workshop for union members and their families, helping permanent residents identify a pathway to citizenship. Big shout out to Brenda at SEIU HCII, the team at the CFL, and ICIRR for their leadership and countless hours they put into organizing this critical workshop. That's the power of a union.
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Job Corps is a lifeline for many workers to get into a good, union job. With the recent closure, Bricklayers DC 1 welcomed 5 displaced Job Corps students into their Brick apprenticeship program already in progress.
Tell Congress to save job corps: bit.ly/3HrOH2b
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@MachinistsUnion Local 701 members are on strike at Arrow Gear in Downers Grove.
They're fighting for:
▶️ Equitable healthcare costs
▶️ Fair wage increases
▶️ Safe working conditions
These machinists manufacture precision gears and components for aerospace, commercial, and military aircrafts . If you have ever been on a plane, their work has made sure that you were able to get to and from your destination.
Let's support them in getting the contract they deserve.
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On Friday, military-gear-clad ICE agents launched aggressive raids throughout Los Angeles. SEIU, USWW President David Huerta was assaulted, injured and detained while advocating for immigrant workers. While he has been released from the hospital, he remains in custody. #FreeDavidEndRaids #SolidaritySummer
Find an event near you to demand they free David Huerta & end ICE raids! bit.ly/FreeDavidEndRaids
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What does solidarity look like? It looks like people of all jobs, ages, and sectors coming together to take action. In this case, AFSCME 31 members held a phone bank to let lawmakers know why we need a sustainable and equitable future for our public sector pensions.
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Illinois AFL-CIO Statement on Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky’s Retirement
“The daughter of immigrant parents, Jan Schakowsky is the product of America’s promise. After obtaining a degree in elementary education from the University of Illinois, she dedicated her life to helping others, first as the program director for Illinois Public Action, and then as the Illinois State Council of Senior Citizens Executive Director. Recognizing that […]
Workers’ Memorial Day Recap – Protect Worker Safety, Pass SB1976
This past Monday, throughout the state of Illinois, Central Labor Councils honored workers who have lost their lives on the jobsite. Workers’ Memorial Day commemorates the effective date of OSHA, which promised every worker the right to a safe job. But our hard-earned workplace safety rights are in danger, as elected leaders threaten to cut […]
April Newsletter – Honoring the workers who have lost their lives on the job
Dear friends: Today is Workers’ Memorial Day. Each year, more than 5,000 workers die from job injuries and 135,000 more from occupational diseases. That’s nearly 340 workers every single day. Across Illinois today, working families will gather to honor the fallen and renew the fight for safe jobs. This Workers’ Memorial Day, we also honor […]
Illinois AFL-CIO Statement on Senator Dick Durbin’s Retirement
Springfield – Today, the Illinois AFL-CIO released the following statement from President Tim Drea in response to Senator Durbin’s announcement that he will not seek reelection in 2026: “Throughout his more than 40 years of public service, Sen. Durbin has been an advocate, a friend and an ally to the working families of Illinois and […]