This Country Was Built By Unions, Not Kids: What Working People Are Doing This Week
Welcome to our regular feature, a look at what the various AFL-CIO unions and other working family organizations are doing across the country and beyond. The labor movement is big and active—here’s a look at the broad range of activities we’re engaged in this week.
Actors’ Equity:
Join us for Equity 101, a Zoom class that to deepen your understanding of what being a union member is all about. Save the date: Monday, March 30 at 7 p.m. ET. / 6 p.m. CT / 5 p.m. MT / 4 p.m. PT. RSVP the portal – https://bit.ly/4bJq0tp
— Actors’ Equity Association (@actorsequity.bsky.social) March 25, 2026 at 12:05 PM
AFGE:
Paying employees for their work is not a partisan issue. Congress needs to stop playing games with people’s livelihoods and do their jobs! https://t.co/RoUhEc1knc
— AFGE (@AFGENational) March 25, 2026
AFSCME:
Workers at Connecticut’s Mystic Seaport Museum want a voice in the institution’s future. They’re fighting to form a union through @AFSCMECT4 — another victory for our union’s Cultural Workers United campaign https://t.co/gMj2Ydok8i
— AFSCME (@AFSCME) March 24, 2026
Alliance for Retired Americans:
📣 The wealthiest Americans have stopped paying into Social Security for the rest of the year, but it’s never too late to tell Congress to #ScrapTheCap. Sign our petition at the 🔗 in the comments!
— Alliance for Retired Americans (@ActiveRetirees) March 25, 2026
Amalgamated Transit Union:
The Transit Workforce Center, the FTA’s national technical assistance center for transit workforce development, helps us achieve our most important goal – to ensure safe, affordable, and efficient public transit for millions of Americans who rely on our service. This bill, which…
— ATU, Transit Union (@ATUComm) March 25, 2026
American Federation of Musicians:
News of the CBS Radio shutdown and mass layoffs is a devastating blow to colleagues in the media. These aren’t just “positions” being eliminated-these are distinguished professionals who have served the public for years with bravery and grit.
The AFM sends support to the Writers… pic.twitter.com/zYru24Yjue— AFM (@The_AFM) March 21, 2026
American Federation of Teachers:
This country was built by working people, not by kings. Across the country, union members are standing up for our communities, our rights and our future. On March 28, we’ll come together in peaceful action to make that clear. Find a #NoKings event near you: go.aft.org/nokings
— AFT ❌👑 (@aft.org) March 24, 2026 at 4:18 PM
American Postal Workers Union:
The APWU encourages members to attend local actions on Sat. March 28 to show greedy billionaires that the power belongs to the people. Stand with us and show your support for the public Postal Service and declare that vote-by-mail is safe and reliable. Find an event near you at… pic.twitter.com/d9P9fwKDto
— The American Postal Workers Union – APWU (@APWUnational) March 25, 2026
Association of Flight Attendants-CWA:
Our hearts are with the crew and passengers of Jazz Air Canada Flight 8646 and their friends and family. We are offering love and support to our union siblings @ALPAPilots and @cupenat.
AFA EAP is available to any crew or family in need 800-424-2406 pic.twitter.com/hCkZgpibOK
— AFA-CWA (@afa_cwa) March 23, 2026
Bakery, Confectionery, Tobacco Workers and Grain Millers:
TY to @AFLCIO Pres @LizShuler for this letter to private equity co Apollo Global re: workers’ rights violations at their portfolio co’s. BCTGM has disputes at several Apollo-owned Maker’s Pride facilities, including the one in London, Ky. READ MORE👉 https://t.co/YWUewkqv2N 📷 pic.twitter.com/00eUfWIoXi
— BCTGM International (@BCTGM) March 20, 2026
Boilermakers:
The #boilermakers and Union Sportsmen’s Alliance are hosting the second annual Central Illinois Sporting Clays Shoot. For more information and event registration visit: https://t.co/gZFGl55kn0 pic.twitter.com/meRzks8wZ5
— Boilermakers Union (@boilermakernews) March 24, 2026
Bricklayers:
BAC Local 3 NY Rochester Training Center hosted the ACE mentoring program to give students a hands-on opportunity to learn about Brick, Block, PCC & Plastering. Huge thanks to our instructors & apprentices for passing down the trade! 💪#UnionStrong #SkilledTrades #Masonry pic.twitter.com/jyBJNXldjq
— Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers Union (@IUBAC) March 24, 2026
Communications Workers of America:
Eid Mubarak from CWA! pic.twitter.com/WRDRV9ii8Y
— CWA (@CWAUnion) March 20, 2026
Department for Professional Employees:
More professionals won their unions in February, including: 🤝 Nonprofit employees at Womanhaven in California who organized with @opeiu.org. (1/4)
— Department for Professional Employees, AFL-CIO (@dpeaflcio.bsky.social) March 25, 2026 at 12:04 PM
Electrical Workers:
Congratulations to #IBEW Local 915 member Brian Nathan on his election to the Florida State Senate. When union members run for office, working families win. https://t.co/GO40y3Qc4L
— IBEW (@IBEW) March 25, 2026
Fire Fighters:
🔥👉 Join the two-day #IAFF Fire Ground Survival & #FireFighter Rescue course at Strive for Excellence in Las Vegas, beginning Sunday.
✅ Mayday response
✅ Self-survival strategies
Rescue techniques📅 March 29 | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
📅 April 1 | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. @LOCAL_718 pic.twitter.com/U7MLSxoIHR— International Association of Fire Fighters (@IAFFofficial) March 25, 2026
International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers:
For SMART members, solidarity means action. And on March 13 in Detroit, it meant taking on harsh conditions to make life better for area kids: Local 80 volunteers helped clean up a local park ahead of the annual Detroit St. Patrick’s Day Parade.
https://t.co/TeHL6FxSzE— SMART Union (@smartunionworks) March 25, 2026
International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers:
Senator Markey understands that clean energy production and good union jobs can go hand in handhttps://t.co/aWgGXjNOAG
— IFPTE (@IFPTE) March 24, 2026
International Union of Police Associations:
Bunnell Police Officers Association, I.U.P.A. Local #6068 President Adrian Zapata was recognized with two Lifesaving Awards for decisive actions during two separate emergencies. https://t.co/gooMBHtCmh
— International Union Of Police Associations (@IUPA34233) March 25, 2026
Jobs With Justice:
MEET US IN ATLANTA! Join us in Atlanta for the 2026 National Conference: Workers Revive Democracy, happening May 14–16, 2026, in ATL. This is more than a conference–it’s a call to action! 🎟️: https://t.co/VLNw37IMAv
For more updates + info follow us on IG & Bluesky. pic.twitter.com/1pT5mjp9Jp
— Jobs With Justice (@jwjnational) March 17, 2026
Labor Council for Latin American Advancement:
Nuestro voto es nuestro derecho.
La Ley SAVE America ahora está en el Senado. Si se aprueba, podría agregar nuevos costos y barreras para millones de votantes, especialmente para quienes no tienen fácil acceso a documentos como el pasaporte o acta de nacimiento. pic.twitter.com/mfSH8VoZAU
— LCLAA (@LCLAA) March 20, 2026
Laborers:
115 years ago, bosses locked the doors. 146 workers, mostly immigrant women, never made it out. That fire changed everything and it’s why we fight like hell for #SafeJobs today! #NeverForget #LaborHistory #WorkersRights pic.twitter.com/MroFLOWd9K
— LIUNA (@LIUNA) March 25, 2026
Machinists:
Students from Aviation High School spent the week at the William W. Winpisinger Training Center, getting a firsthand look at the skills, training, and dedication that keep the industry moving.
Before heading to the airport for their flight back to New York, the group stopped by… pic.twitter.com/OVDF6Kcl8G
— IAM Union (@IAM_Union) March 25, 2026
Major League Baseball Players Association:
Baseball is back! As the first game of the 2026 gets underway tonight, we pause to reflect on the hard work, dedication and sacrifice it takes to make your dreams a reality. Congratulations to everyone putting on a uniform this season — we can’t wait to watch you get to work. pic.twitter.com/RybHwwSrTe
— MLBPA (@MLBPA) March 25, 2026
Major League Soccer Players Association:
Raising the standard in their league and beyond 👏 @TheWNBPA pic.twitter.com/H6Tn2aq2ry
— MLSPA (@MLSPA) March 19, 2026
Maritime Trades Department:
Maritime Labor Leaders Push Back on 60-Day Jones Act Waiverhttps://t.co/EFWT0vUIZ7
— Maritime Trades Department, AFL-CIO (@Maritime_Trades) March 18, 2026
Musical Artists:
Highlights from AGMA’s New Two-Year Agreement with New Orleans Opera: www.musicalartists.org/agma-ratifie…
— American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) (@weareagma.bsky.social) March 23, 2026 at 12:42 PM
National Air Traffic Controllers Association:
NATCA is deeply saddened by the tragic accident at LaGuardia Airport between an Air Canda Jazz CRJ-900 and an emergency vehicle on the ground. Our hearts are with the victims, their families, and all those affected during this incredibly difficult time. https://t.co/juRtOZ3BWn
— NATCA (@NATCA) March 23, 2026
National Association of Letter Carriers:
Congratulations to one of our recipients of the Honorable Act Award, Alexander Skomra from Buffalo-Western New York Branch 3!
Brother Skomra was in the right place at the right time. “The fact that I was able to be there, I’m very grateful for it.”
More about Alexander’s… pic.twitter.com/l5ylbMNuet
— Letter Carriers (@NALC_National) March 25, 2026
National Day Laborer Organizing Network:
Day laborers in LA gathered at the #PeaceDepot for health & safety training + PPE distribution. We’re calling on Home Depot to denounce human rights violations, prevent and provide transparency on harmful enforcement on their property https://t.co/FhZWKk7Xf0#ICEOut
— NDLON (@NDLON) March 19, 2026
National Hockey League Players’ Association:
LB + 🕹️ right to unlock this Adrian Kempe Player Q&A 👇 pic.twitter.com/0wLMefpHba
— NHLPA (@NHLPA) March 24, 2026
National Nurses United:
NNU is excited to endorse @walaformaryland in MD-05! Wala is a true progressive who has dedicated her life to serving her community and standing up to monied interests. Nurses are proud to support Wala and can’t wait to work with her in Congress to advance people over profits! pic.twitter.com/9qtS2LmetS
— National Nurses United (@NationalNurses) March 25, 2026
NFL Players Association:
Putting this one in the archives ✍️ @patmcafeeshow https://t.co/uFuBuC7ORb pic.twitter.com/LOVoAOr5xl
— NFLPA (@NFLPA) March 24, 2026
North America’s Building Trades Unions:
📢FREE webinar alert@RowanUniversity will host a series of webinars designed for Building Trades members looking to build skills in construction project management. Sign up below👇
🔗https://t.co/OipX8SeiiG pic.twitter.com/hgElT5tVhK
— The Building Trades (@NABTU) March 24, 2026
Painters and Allied Trades:
Mahalo to District Council 50 for the warm welcome! General President Jimmy Williams Jr., General Secretary Treasurer Gregg Smith, and General Vice President Mike Gutierrez visited Hawai’i for the Building Union Power campaign!
They met with staff, officers, delegates, and… pic.twitter.com/bS8T9XmnFZ
— IUPAT (@GoIUPAT) March 25, 2026
Plasterers and Cement Masons:
Professional Hockey Players’ Association:
A great afternoon in Belleville with Jamieson Rees, Oskar Pettersson and Keean Washkurak for our Grow With The Pros program. Great to see them giving back. 👏 pic.twitter.com/Gb1CHdftus
— PHPA (@thephpa) March 23, 2026
Professional Aviation Safety Specialists:
PASS sends its condolences to the families and loved ones of the Jazz Aviation pilots killed in the crash @LGAairport last night. We join our @ALPAPilots union siblings in mourning the loss of these aviation professionals. PASS stands ready to assist in any way needed. pic.twitter.com/reoTqUnPI5
— PASS (@PASSNational) March 23, 2026
Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union:
Women members make RWDSU stronger every day. Your stories, leadership, and courage move this union forward.#MemberVoices #WomenInUnions #UnionStrong pic.twitter.com/5hxaLky1Kn
— RWDSU (@RWDSU) March 25, 2026
Roofers and Waterproofers:
We have huge news!
Announcing the United Union of Roofers, Waterproofers and Allied Workers Scholarship Program.
A $6,000 scholarship will be awarded to three individuals.
Apply at https://t.co/0f2dVulBRM#scholarshiphttps://t.co/woLFgNkir1— Roofers Union (@roofersunion) March 18, 2026
SAG-AFTRA:
Celebrating the life of Valerie Perrine, a #SagAftraMember since 1972. Perrine left an impact on film & TV with her bold & distinctive performances, such as her Academy Award-nominated role in ‘Lenny,’ ‘Superman’ & more. Our condolences to her loved ones. https://t.co/TylHlS2UR2
— SAG-AFTRA (@sagaftra) March 25, 2026
Service Employees International Union:
The wealth gap in this country means that while some invest in real estate, others are one payment away from losing their home.
This is why we join together in our union — because it doesn’t have to be this way. https://t.co/tXFzLCCh8c
— SEIU (@SEIU) March 25, 2026
Solidarity Center:
When women labor leaders like Kgomotso join forums like #CSW70, they bridge the gap between workers & global decision-making bodies. With a union, they can have a seat at the table & use their voices to shape policies that impact their work, their families & their communities. pic.twitter.com/X83J70G2cH
— Solidarity Center (@SolidarityCntr) March 24, 2026
The NewsGuild-CWA:
NEW: 92% of unionized staff @propublica voted to authorize a strike if management does not agree to a fair contract that includes guardrails around the use of AI.
You can stand with @propublicaguild by donating to their strike fund! ✊https://t.co/DSlIOL0ahH pic.twitter.com/CB4ELWkM2K
— The NewsGuild-CWA (@newsguild) March 20, 2026
Theatrical Stage Employees:
Meet today’s #WomensHistoryMonth member spotlight, Ashley Swanson. A proud 10-year Local 44 member, Ashley made history as its first woman Secretary-Treasurer and continues to champion her IA Kin and the labor movement.
Ashley, you make us proud! pic.twitter.com/5PeYm7nXeJ
— IATSE // #IASolidarity (@IATSE) March 25, 2026
Transport Workers Union:
“The TWU mourns the loss of @ALPAPilots crewmembers onboard Jazz Aviation Flight 8646. We are thinking of the first responders, passengers, and families of everyone affected by the crash at LaGuardia.” @TwuSamuelsen
— TWU (@transportworker) March 23, 2026
Transportation Trades Department:
TSA officers are approaching 40 days without a paycheck while Americans wait in airport security lines that overflow into parking lots. Transportation labor calls on lawmakers to resolve this issue & pay these essential workers now. Our statement: pic.twitter.com/qkTTsn98hq
— TTD | America’s Transportation Unions (@TTDAFLCIO) March 24, 2026
UAW:
We are UAW Local 3999. We are marine draftsmen at Bath Iron Works out of Bath, Maine. And we are ON STRIKE!
This multinational corporation refused to listen to us at the bargaining table — so we’re MAKING our voices heard on the picket line. This is about lifting up our… pic.twitter.com/uBfECR3NM2
— UAW (@UAW) March 24, 2026
UNITE HERE:
Largest Hospitality Union Demands Pay for TSA Workers, End to Disruptive ICE Presence in Airports Nationwide
A statement from UNITE HERE President @GwenMillsUH:https://t.co/hn4qCXuvQ9
— UNITE HERE (@unitehere) March 23, 2026
United Food and Commercial Workers:
Workers at the Build-A-Bear Workshop in St. Louis, Missouri, have unanimously voted to join Local 655! With over 600 locations, this unit is now the first Build-A-Bear Workshop in the country to unionize.
Let’s get to work!https://t.co/jEzPWY8qRb pic.twitter.com/Gi9Iwz6QdM
— UFCW (@UFCW) March 24, 2026
United Steelworkers:
Former International President Dave McCall joins us from the Basic Steel Industry Conference to tell us about the work delegates from our steel locals are doing to prepare for bargaining this summer as we fight to secure the long-term future of the industry. pic.twitter.com/rKJxL3C0cU
— United Steelworkers Union (@steelworkers) March 25, 2026
Writers Guild of America East:
Today is Bari Weiss’s birthday. Our members at CBS News 24/7 have one wish: a strong contract with fair wages and job protections. Send a letter to management demanding a fair contract now! wgaea.st/cbs247-letter
— Writers Guild of America East (@wgaeast.bsky.social) March 25, 2026 at 12:47 PM