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Our Voice, Our Power: 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:Equity publishes member-written letters reflecting on the lives of their fellow members who have passed away. Fill out the member commemoration form in the member portal to share your letters of remembrance. https://members.actorsequity.org/member-commemoration[image or embed]— Actors' Equity Association (@actorsequity.bsky.social) July 6, 2026 at 11:56 AMAFSCME:When workers at the Geneva Public Library District in Illinois decided to form a union, they turned to AFSCME Council 31. The workers want a voice on the job and a real say in the decisions that shape their workplace. https://t.co/1EY9N91PhX— AFSCME (@AFSCME) July 8, 2026Air Line Pilots Association:On July 7, 2007, Delta Air Lines Flight 77 departed Rome for Atlanta with 277 passengers and approximately 149,000 pounds of fuel onboard. What happened next showed why having two pilots on the flight deck matters. 🧵 pic.twitter.com/l9lnvj4bv3— Air Line Pilots Association (@ALPAPilots) July 7, 2026Alliance for Retired Americans:Here's the periodic reminder if we #ScrapTheCap, all Americans will get the Social Security benefits we've paid for with every paycheck (and the billionaires will still be billionaires). It's a win-win for everyone! 🎊— Alliance for Retired Americans (@ActiveRetirees) July 7, 2026Amalgamated Transit Union:Working people across Mississippi are standing in solidarity with our Local 1208 JTRAN members in their fight for a fair contract. Thanks for the support. #OurVoiceOurPower #1u @AFLCIO https://t.co/QEnAR0qc1I— ATU, Transit Union (@ATUComm) July 8, 2026American Federation of Teachers:"Devices down, eyes up, hands-on." Read @rweingarten.bsky.social's full remarks outlining a bold new vision to boost teaching and learning in the AI era ⤵️ open.substack.com/pub/randiwei...[image or embed]— AFT (@aft.org) May 27, 2026 at 1:59 PMAmerican Postal Workers Union:Vote-by-Mail! It's safe, secure, and effective. Hear what fellow Americans have to say: pic.twitter.com/9wrwuWJQIC— The American Postal Workers Union - APWU (@APWUnational) July 7, 2026Association of Flight Attendants-CWA:13 years ago today, Flight Attendants onboard Asiana Airlines Flight 214 that crash-landed at San Francisco airport on July 6, 2013, safely evacuated 288 passengers from the burning plane. pic.twitter.com/jTsxTrJWU5— AFA-CWA (@afa_cwa) July 6, 2026Boilermakers:Everyone at the International Brotherhood of Boilermakers' headquarters wishes our #Boilermaker brothers and sisters, their families and all our union friends and partners in the labor movement a safe and happy Fourth of July weekend! 🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/Z0ZIH29Sqc— Boilermakers Union (@boilermakernews) July 3, 2026Bricklayers:Happy Independence Day! 🎆 This 4th of July, we celebrate the hands that build America!Proudly built by our members of #NewJersey ADC, MetLife Stadium stands ready to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final.#UnionStrong #4thOfJuly #WorldCup2026 pic.twitter.com/CwAH2sFFYX— Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers Union (@IUBAC) July 4, 2026Communications Workers of America:Microsoft has eliminated an initial wave of 1,600 jobs across its Xbox division, including hundreds of union video game workers represented by CWA.Our union will take all necessary legal and contractual action to defend our members and their rights.https://t.co/tx4CjcI0bG— CWA (@CWAUnion) July 7, 2026Department for Professional Employees:We stand with @sciamunion.bsky.social. Springer Nature decided to sell Scientific American and layoff staff after they organized a union with @wgaeast.bsky.social. We call on the publication’s new owner, LabX Media, to recognize the union & bargain a fair contract. actionnetwork.org/petitions/an...[image or embed]— Department for Professional Employees, AFL-CIO (@dpeaflcio.bsky.social) July 1, 2026 at 4:42 PMElectrical Workers:Solidarity at work: Long Island Railroad workers win long overdue raises. https://t.co/MJ4axg9DHD ✊✊✊ pic.twitter.com/xNK4x6ctRI— IBEW (@IBEW) July 6, 2026Fire Fighters:🔥The National #Firefighter Registry for Cancer was signed into law #OnThisDay in 2018. The registry collects data on cancer in fire fighters to help scientists study the link between the two, which could lead to better prevention and safety protocols.https://t.co/fyaNqbTyjE pic.twitter.com/RFfhDzO8oK— International Association of Fire Fighters (@IAFFofficial) July 7, 2026Heat and Frost Insulators:Heat & Frost Recovery Group 🦎Looking for support? Join a Zoom-based support group only for union insulators & their families to address struggles with addiction & mental health. 📲 Weekly Zoom meetings on Thursdays at 7:00pm EST. 🔗 To learn more and for the Zoom Meeting ID… pic.twitter.com/5agEmcN521— Insulators Union 🦎 (@InsulatorsUnion) June 29, 2026International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers:"Unions are here to help people."In SMART Local 33's Meet a Member series, Wheeling, West Virginia member Ezra Cavicchia talks about his journey into the trade and how the union sheet metal trade is already paying off for him and his career: https://t.co/JZinPVKWVk— SMART Union (@smartunionworks) July 7, 2026International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers:Working People Across North America Need a Workers-First Trade Policyhttps://t.co/kHcqoVFvn8— IFPTE (@IFPTE) July 3, 2026International Union of Police Associations:The I.U.P.A. brings you the NewsWatch every week. Click on this link to see the latest news for I.U.P.A. members! https://t.co/g3n6KdALt2 pic.twitter.com/ZoODC12yC3— International Union Of Police Associations (@IUPA34233) July 8, 2026Labor Council for Latin American Advancement:This Independence Day, we celebrate the enduring ideals of freedom and democracy. Freedom is more than a promise—it is a responsibility. It is shown through our actions, our participation, and our commitment to one another.#IndependenceDay #4thofJuly pic.twitter.com/KurARLjWaY— LCLAA (@LCLAA) July 4, 2026Laborers:LABORERS just got stronger. Congratulations to the workers at Ammega in Beacon, NY for choosing the strength of LIUNA Local 235. Welcome to the LIUNA family, where working people stand TOGETHER and win! #UNIONYES #OrganizeorDie #workersrights pic.twitter.com/5Q6QEOLjbY— LIUNA (@LIUNA) July 7, 2026Machinists:IAM District 4 members at the Federation of American Scientists have secured a first contract! The agreement establishes new workplace protections, strengthens worker rights, and builds a foundation for future gains.https://t.co/t1l9fH0C6V— IAM Union (@IAM_Union) July 8, 2026Major League Baseball Players Association:I'd be willing to die protecting that flag, but I won't bleed on it.”In an upcoming episode of the Stitch by Stitch Podcast, Rick Monday shares the unforgettable words of a young injured service member he met while visiting Walter Reed Medical Center with his wife, Barbalee. pic.twitter.com/pTeY1uSf7K— MLBPA (@MLBPA) July 4, 2026Major League Soccer Players Association:Happy 250th Independence Day!🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/ElITc7EqLV— MLSPA (@MLSPA) July 4, 2026Maritime Trades Department:AFL-CIO Adopts Resolution on Revitalizing Domestic Shipbuildinghttps://t.co/AHu0UGe5fc@AFLCIO— Maritime Trades Department, AFL-CIO (@Maritime_Trades) June 30, 2026Musical Artists:AGMA Announces 2026 and Beyond Strategic Action Plan: www.musicalartists.org/agma-announc...[image or embed]— American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) (@weareagma.bsky.social) April 2, 2026 at 1:31 PMNational Air Traffic Controllers Association:NATCA is pleased to announce the winners of the 22nd Annual Archie League Medal of Safety, along with the winner of the 11th Region X Commitment to Safety Award. https://t.co/R5PsChGhMr pic.twitter.com/9Fe4Iwu7UV— NATCA (@NATCA) July 7, 2026National Association of Letter Carriers:NALCU is your one-stop shop for official online training for NALC members taught by NALC members. Log in to the Members Only portal on https://t.co/HD8dYbBUl3 to get started. pic.twitter.com/Ef6xpYBPAd— Letter Carriers (@NALC_National) July 8, 2026National Nurses United:800 Denver nurses are celebrating a historic union victory! 🏔️Nurses first tried to unionize in 2024 and @HCAhealthcare illegally interfered with the election. 😡 Despite their union busting and 2/3 turnover of nursing staff, we fought back and won!https://t.co/RSKCoTLMHK— National Nurses United (@NationalNurses) July 3, 2026NFL Players Association:Welcome Dr. Myron L. Rolle 👏Read the full announcement: https://t.co/Lukgs4Mjek https://t.co/gvQmtE36fs— NFLPA (@NFLPA) July 6, 2026North America's Building Trades Unions:A good union job can change your life. Earn while you learn, avoid student debt, and build a career with great pay, healthcare, and retirement benefits.That's why more women are building a career in the trades💪https://t.co/BWaai5WenW— The Building Trades (@NABTU) July 8, 2026Operating Engineers:The Statue of Liberty, a gift from France, was assembled in Paris, shipped in 350 pieces, and raised in 1886 by Operating Engineers. Today, she proudly stands as a symbol of freedom and the spirit of America. #IUOE #OperatingEngineers #BuildingHistory #StatueOfLiberty #America250 pic.twitter.com/546gtI6uRr— International Union of Operating Engineers (@iuoe_union) July 3, 2026Painters and Allied Trades:“The life is good, you just gotta work hard.”Sergio Villanueva, an apprentice with Local 636, DC 36, shares some advice for those who are interested in joining our trades. Show up, work hard, listen to your teachers and fellow members, and make sure you go to your union… pic.twitter.com/W2DjJdTwOZ— IUPAT (@GoIUPAT) July 8, 2026Professional Hockey Players’ Association:For decades, Bert Villarini has been a trusted advocate for professional hockey players.At last week's PHPA Annual Meetings, Bert was surprised with the Curt Leichner Distinguished Member Award in recognition of his longstanding commitment to the Association and its members.… pic.twitter.com/KlQnUZnosk— PHPA (@thephpa) July 3, 2026Professional Aviation Safety Specialists:As we celebrate, remember this day never about fireworks or cookouts. It’s about ideals the Declaration of Independence represents—250 years later, American Experiment goes on. Many PASS-represented employees @FAANews are at work keeping skies safe! #America250 #PublicService. pic.twitter.com/ZQFcTptBOh— PASS (@PASSNational) July 3, 2026Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union:Steward Spotlight! 🫡 Today we’re shouting out the leaders who help resolve grievances and keep our shops running fairly. You are the heartbeat of the RWDSU! #StewardSpotlight #UnionLeadership #1u pic.twitter.com/MmkjiZ5PeU— RWDSU (@RWDSU) July 7, 2026Roofers and Waterproofers:Please be careful out there!Construction workers are at risk for heat-related illnesses and, in severe cases, death. However, these illnesses and deaths are preventable.For more resources visit https://t.co/sDESSPwmsz#safety #safetyfirst #heat pic.twitter.com/SbtLR1wMfZ— Roofers Union (@roofersunion) July 2, 2026SAG-AFTRA:Despite how common performance capture use has become, there are still many misunderstandings about who, what, and how. Learn more on the SAG-AFTRA podcast with #SagAftraMember Woody Schultz and SAG-AFTRA NED & Chief Negotiator @DuncanCI! 🎧 Listen now: https://t.co/huq3JUDAhF pic.twitter.com/nFrZnwintP— SAG-AFTRA (@sagaftra) July 8, 2026Service Employees International Union:For 250 years, working people have built this country.Not CEOs. Not billionaires. Working people.From caring for our communities to keeping our economy running, workers have been the backbone of America. This #July4th, we honor that legacy and continue the work of building a… pic.twitter.com/HLIe1HQkIy— SEIU (@SEIU) July 4, 2026Solidarity Center:"The rapid expansion of carbon markets across Africa is deeply consequential for workers... At its core, this is about the future of work, democratic governance, & the realization of rights." More about worker rights in carbon markets in Africa here👉🏽 https://t.co/EdLQp2DeON pic.twitter.com/wSwJomHW1k— Solidarity Center (@SolidarityCntr) July 6, 2026The NewsGuild-CWA:Our @hcnunion members just won a first contract with so many wins! https://t.co/2VS7bxCnHS— The NewsGuild-CWA (@newsguild) July 2, 2026Theatrical Stage Employees:Hot Off the Press! The Q2 Official Bulletin is now available.⁰⁰Featuring:⁰📌 Two Countries, One Union Feature⁰📌 Juilliard Workers Secure Landmark Union Victory.⁰📌 Local Union News⁰⁰🔗 Check it out here: https://t.co/Gg77j2K6r3 pic.twitter.com/hpALj6jNKK— IATSE // #IASolidarity (@IATSE) July 3, 2026Transport Workers Union:July 4: Independence Day Today we celebrate 250 Years of Independence from the British Empire. We honor our United States of America, the greatest country the world has ever known, founded on democratic values which continue to guide us forward in our pursuit of life, liberty,… pic.twitter.com/Q9uOSuVqmw— TWU (@transportworker) July 4, 2026Transportation Trades Department:POLICY STATEMENT: Lawmakers must work together to pass an aviation safety bill of the highest standard, which includes integrated ADSB-In technology. Preventing future collisions and saving lives is a no-brainer. https://t.co/nLgQcMKYxm pic.twitter.com/1yzTMkuAz5— TTD | America's Transportation Unions (@TTDAFLCIO) July 7, 2026UAW:In a new white paper, “Trade and the American Dream: NAFTA, the USMCA, and the Future of the Working Class,” the UAW outlines a bold new vision for pro-worker trade policy amid the backdrop of USMCA renegotiations. To read the white paper, visit https://t.co/KqCZIaiXeS pic.twitter.com/YuDclgL1Ta— UAW (@UAW) June 29, 2026Union Veterans Council:As we kick off this historic holiday weekend celebrating #America250 , We Honor the dual foundation of our country: the service members who defended our freedom, and the union labor movement that built it.Wishing all a safe and powerful 4th of July weekend! pic.twitter.com/QxommD0U64— Union Veterans Council🪖✊ (@unionveterans) July 3, 2026UNITE HERE:Last week, Local 1 members & Madison community leaders stood with them because no one fights alone. For almost a year, Hilton Madison workers have been fighting for a 1st union contract with better wages, quality, affordable healthcare, & respect. pic.twitter.com/QlRC7vu9IF— UNITE HERE (@unitehere) July 7, 2026United Food and Commercial Workers:L1445 members at Gorton's Seafood in MA, have reeled in a NEW 3 year contract!After rejecting the company's first offer, they came back with meaningful wage increases, better health insurance, more flexible PTO, & stronger scheduling protections.🔗 https://t.co/Eo6XFdTenH pic.twitter.com/qhbQVpVJjV— UFCW (@UFCW) July 8, 2026United Steelworkers:A piece of our history is on display in Seattle. The Museum of History and Industry’s exhibit, “For Which It Stands,” features a Steelworkers T-shirt worn during the 1999 Battle in Seattle & signed by union activists who stood together in the streets: https://t.co/UvoPUvpO3O pic.twitter.com/aTRlyIuDXs— United Steelworkers Union (@steelworkers) July 8, 2026Writers Guild of America East:Shame on @springernature.com for union busting! We call on @sciam.bsky.social’s new owner @labx.org to recognize the @sciamunion.bsky.social and prepare to bargain a fair first contract. Thank you to everyone who joined yesterday’s Scientific American Union rally in solidarity ✊[image or embed]— Writers Guild of America East (@wgaeast.bsky.social) July 1, 2026 at 12:05 PM Kenneth Quinnell Wed, 07/08/2026 - 10:48Continue reading→

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: IBEW Reaches Tentative Agreement to End PECO Strike Working people across the United States regularly step up to help out our friends, neighbors and communities during these trying times. In our Service & Solidarity Spotlight series, we’ll showcase one of these stories every day. Here’s today’s story. Members of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 614 reached a powerful new tentative agreement Monday night, ending their three-day strike against PECO. United in solidarity, linemen, gas technicians, mechanics, call center workers and back office workers stood shoulder to shoulder and won all of their major contract priorities at the electric company. “Tonight, we declare victory,” Larry Anastasi, the president and business manager of Local 614, said in a statement. “IBEW Local 614 is ending our strike with a historic win and a landmark contract. This is the beginning of a new era at PECO, one where greed does not go unchecked and the workers who make modern life possible get the respect and dignity we are owed.” Kenneth Quinnell Wed, 07/08/2026 - 09:49Continue reading→

There's Nothing More American Than Unions: In the States Roundup It's time once again to take a look at the ways working people are making progress in the states. Click on any of the links to follow the state federations. Alaska AFL-CIO:From the Last Frontier to all 50 states, working people have helped build this country for 250 years. Wishing our members and their families a safe and happy Fourth of July! 🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/m7t7GXd4vK— Alaska AFL-CIO (@AKAFLCIO) July 3, 2026California Labor Federation, AFL-CIO:As we celebrate 250 years of democracy, remember this: A strong middle class is the foundation of a free society. Without it, democracy cannot survive. The @CaliforniaLabor movement is committed to holding the line against authoritarianism, by securing economic stability,… pic.twitter.com/WhDY3mgzpT— California Federation of Labor Unions (@CaliforniaLabor) July 4, 2026Illinois AFL-CIO:An oldie but a goodie. Moving pictures. Good music. Mother Jones. What a line up!Rockford has always been a union town. #ThrowbackThursday #UnionStrong #1u pic.twitter.com/DyNj5J4D95— Illinois AFL-CIO (@ILAFLCIO) June 25, 2026Iowa AFL-CIO:Now more than ever we need elected officials who will focus on working family issues. In 132 days we have a chance to make that happen! Visit https://t.co/eFefx633oz to find union endorsed candidates who will put workers 1st! ✊ ✊#jobs #costofliving #retirement #healthinsurance pic.twitter.com/ejzd26e5Zt— Iowa AFL-CIO ✊ (@IowaAFLCIO) June 24, 2026Maine AFL-CIO:More than 150 union members attended the Mane AFL-CIO’s COPE Convention in Auburn where we shared bargaining & organizing updates; ratified our Contract with Maine's Working-Class agenda; discussed our 2026 political program; & made many endorsements.https://t.co/0Fhd7nVjUZ— Maine AFL-CIO (@MEAFLCIO) July 2, 2026Massachusetts AFL-CIO:America is union made, and working people make our country strong.Happy 250th Independence Day pic.twitter.com/hvombDBLdR— Massachusetts AFL-CIO (@massaflcio) July 4, 2026Michigan State AFL-CIO:Proof that solidarity pays💪 pic.twitter.com/ndQ02Fk7dl— Michigan AFL-CIO ✊ (@MIAFLCIO) July 6, 2026Missouri AFL-CIO:Since the passing of the Big Ugly Bill, the U.S. economy has had one of the worst years of job growth in decades. Make no mistake, this failure was made possible by every senator and representative who voted to sell out working people to corporations and billionaires. pic.twitter.com/xe38U6P3LS— Missouri AFL-CIO (@MOAFLCIO) July 6, 2026Nevada State AFL-CIO:Today is National Air Traffic Controller Day! We recognize the approximately 14,000 certified controllers across the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) who manage over 45,000 daily flights to keep the National Airspace System safe every single day. pic.twitter.com/jXMgfc2Aj2— Nevada State AFL-CIO // Pass the #PROAct (@NVAFLCIO) July 6, 2026New York State AFL-CIO:New York State AFL-CIO Endorses Kathy Hochul for Reelection as Governor, Tish James for Reelection as Attorney General: https://t.co/2KkSRvrxGF— NYS AFL-CIO // #UnionStrong (@NYSAFLCIO) July 1, 2026Oregon Federation of Labor, AFL-CIO:On this holiday, while many of us are spending time with our friends and family, Oregon’s essential workers are working hard ensuring our safety and well-being. pic.twitter.com/rWtKwcO0nt— Oregon Labor Federation, AFL-CIO (@OregonAFLCIO) July 4, 2026Pennsylvania AFL-CIO:Our work isn’t finished until liberty and justice truly belong to all. 🇺🇸✊ pic.twitter.com/90PVGW5S7W— PA AFL-CIO (@PaAFL_CIO) July 4, 2026Texas AFL-CIO:Registration is NOW OPEN for our 23rd annual Texas AFL-CIO • Walter Umphrey Golf Tournament ⛳This is one of our largest fundraisers of the year. Help us grow the Texas labor movement! Tickets and sponsorships are available at https://t.co/oaxxREF70y pic.twitter.com/kW3MdSK0KQ— Texas AFL-CIO (@TexasAFLCIO) July 6, 2026Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO:Solidarity works! https://t.co/7igDpa7lvv— Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO (@WAAFLCIO) June 29, 2026Wisconsin State AFL-CIO:Wisconsin Laborers union breaks new ground with peer support for members https://t.co/1OHVYYiiiz— WI AFL-CIO (@wisaflcio) July 1, 2026 Kenneth Quinnell Tue, 07/07/2026 - 10:29Continue reading→