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Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Workers at Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Join IAM Union 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. Staff at the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest in Nevada and eastern California have successfully joined the IAM Union (IAM), a powerful victory amidst the Trump administration’s continuing attacks on the labor rights of federal workers.The campaign was a true grassroots effort—origins that are reflected in the workers’ unanimous vote to form a union—supported with advice from their colleagues at the National Federation of Federal Employees (NFFE-IAM). Now that they’ve voted, these workers are immediately covered by NFFE-IAM’s Master Agreement with the U.S. Forest Service.“We are extremely motivated to bring union representation to more and more federal workers in the National Parks and Forest Service,” said IAM Resident General Vice President Jody Bennett. “Federal workers have been under attack by the current administration, and we are determined to bring the security of a union contract to the dedicated people who maintain and conserve our nation’s protected lands.” Kenneth Quinnell Fri, 03/06/2026 - 09:46Continue reading→

Worker Wins: ‘When We Stand Together, Shoulder to Shoulder, Workers Can Win’ Our latest roundup of worker wins includes numerous examples of working people organizing, bargaining and mobilizing for a better life. JetBlue Air Dispatchers Vote to Join the TWU: Air Dispatchers and dispatch-related workers at JetBlue’s headquarters in Long Island City, New York, have voted to join the Transport Workers Union (TWU). Fed up with the uncertainty of at-will employment status, sudden unilateral policy changes and years of broken promises from airline management, workers joined together to fight for the job security and voice on the job that they deserve. “JetBlue Dispatch workers sent a strong message to the bosses, they are done with worthless at-will employment agreements that only serve management’s interests,” TWU International President John Samuelsen said. “We are continuing our industrial organizing at JetBlue and will now fight for a first contract that delivers better pay and working conditions. JetBlue’s employment agreements and phony values committees aren’t worth the paper they’re printed on.”TRiiBE Workers Form Union to Build a Sustainable Newsroom to Serve Chicago’s Black Communities: Multi-award-winning newsroom workers at The TRiiBE have publicly launched their campaign to form a union with Chicago News Guild, The NewsGuild-CWA (TNG-CWA) Local 34071. Last week, a majority of eligible staff across the editorial department signed union authorization cards and a mission statement showing their support in forming One Triibe United. The news outlet was launched in February 2017, as part of a long legacy of Black and abolitionist press who uplifted and centered the experiences and stories of Black communities. Now, staff are organizing to ensure that their workplace reflects the values of accountability and justice that The TRiiBE emphasizes in its organizational ethics. One Triibe United said in its mission statement, “We have consistently produced impactful and meaningful work, held people in power to account, and inspired everyday people to action. As workers who’ve poured our blood, sweat, and tears into this work and who stand in the tradition of the Black and abolitionist press that paved the way for us, we aim to build an environment grounded in equity, honesty, and respect, ensuring our organization’s values reflect the accountability and justice that we seek daily for the communities we serve.”New Mexico Public Sector Workers Win Back Hard-Earned Raise: Thanks to their combined efforts and advocacy, AFSCME Council 18, Communications Workers of America (CWA) Local 7076 and the AFT New Mexico are celebrating the restoration of a 1% raise for state workers that was removed from New Mexico’s budget. Earlier this month, the Senate Finance Committee struck the pay bump for state workers, including public school and higher education staff, from the budget bill. In response, union members and community allies spoke out and mobilized for a Valentine's Day press conference to urge lawmakers to do right by the workers who keep New Mexico running. House Democrats heard their demands and secured a workaround that would add the raise into the tax bill, rather than back into the budget. The legislation will now go to Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham for her signature or veto. “Today’s action reaffirms the House of Representatives’ strong commitment to support working families across New Mexico,” union leaders said in a joint statement. “This is a huge win for public sector workers in New Mexico that represents more than the monetary value of a 1% raise—it is proof that when we stand together, shoulder to shoulder, workers can win.”San Francisco Superior Court Strike Ends with Tentative Agreement: San Francisco Superior Court clerks—who are represented by Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Local 1021—reached a tentative agreement on Friday and are back to work today after a powerful two-day unfair labor practice (ULP) work stoppage. Once the strike began, it took less than 24 hours for court management to reopen communication with SEIU members—even though they previously said negotiations were at an impasse. Clerks initially walked off the job over management’s refusal to meaningfully address concerns around staffing and training that were causing backlogs and delays, which have the potential to directly impact constitutional rights and public safety. The tentative deal now goes to a membership vote. “We convened our chapter membership and reached consensus that it was the right thing to do for our families and the public to recommend this agreement for ratification and return to work on Monday morning,” said Hall of Justice courtroom clerk and bargaining team member Rob Borders in a press release.  “We made it very clear to court management that the court can’t function without us. We are very thankful to the public who supported us, including the numerous attorneys, other court workers, public officials, and legal experts who stood in solidarity with us and affirmed our importance to the justice system. We feel that we made our voices heard and look forward to getting back to serving the public.”WGAE Members at HuffPost Ratify New Contract: Writers Guild of America East (WGAE) members at HuffPost have unanimously ratified their new three-year contract, securing critical artificial intelligence guardrails among other meaningful wins. The 69-member strong HuffPost Union bargaining unit first secured voluntary recognition in 2016. This is their fourth collective bargaining agreement at the online news outlet. Other contract highlights include 3% annual wage increases, codified parental leave, unlimited sick time, protected severance language, increased budgets for professional development conferences and training and more. “We stood firm in protecting safeguards that support a diverse and representative newsroom,” said the union’s negotiations committee. “We did not let industry uncertainty around technology stop us from securing AI protections. We refused to sell out future workers for short-term promises. And we were able to do this because 100% of our members were unified about what the contract we deserved looked like, and what we were willing to do to secure it.”Berkeley Teachers Win Tentative Contract with Increased Employer Contribution to Health Care: After 10 months of negotiations, the Berkeley (California) Federation of Teachers (BFT), AFT Local 1078, reached a tentative agreement on a new contract that increases the school district’s health care contribution to 70% beginning in 2027. The teachers still must vote on contract ratification. The BFT represents more than 900 teachers, counselors and librarians. The contract is for one year. “Our educators are excited that the district is making this important investment to ensure stable and consistent school communities,” said BFT President Matt Meyer in a press release. “We love our work and our students. This agreement makes it more possible to establish careers in Berkeley.” The new contract includes a 3% increase in compensation for the current academic year and a one-time $1,000 bonus for all full-time employees. “We must also not forget that we are in this position because our state does not fully fund the education every student deserves,” Meyer said in the statement. “We call on the state to raise the revenues necessary for a thriving public education system throughout California.”Fortune Staff Win Three-Year Contract: Digital and print staff at Fortune—who are represented by The NewsGuild of New York, CWA Local 31003—have ratified their first union contract. The bargaining unit covers two dozen writers, reporters, producers, editors and artists at the business magazine. Highlights of the contract include annual wage increases, new salary floor standards, just cause provisions, layoff severance, editorial standards protections and more. “We are so excited to finally have a fair contract after a long battle,” said unit chair Sasha Rogelberg. “Our union has repeatedly come together in tough times—including after a mass layoff over the summer reduced our unit size by one-third—to fight for the well-being of our newsroom. The efforts to secure this contract were no exception.” “Our Fortune Union members refused to give up and accept less than they are worth,” said Susan DeCarava, president of The NewsGuild of New York. “Because they persevered, they won a contract that boosts wages for all and lifts salaries for the lowest paid across the union, along with important job protections like just cause. We say this all the time in our union because it’s true: When we fight, we win.”Politics and Prose Workers Ratify New Contract: United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW) Local 400 members who work at Politics and Prose bookstores in Washington, D.C., voted to ratify a new union contract last week. The bargaining unit covers roughly 70 staff—including both booksellers and baristas. Highlights of the new agreement include annual wage increases, additional holiday pay, language governing internal promotion procedures and more. “Congratulations to our members on a hard-won contract,” said Mark Federici, UFCW international vice president and president of Local 400. “None of these improvements would have been possible without everyone staying engaged and unified throughout this process. And a special thanks to our hardworking bargaining committee for their time and effort getting this across the finish line. It’s never easy to negotiate a contract and they stepped up in a big way on behalf of their coworkers. We’re proud to have you in our union family.” Kenneth Quinnell Thu, 03/05/2026 - 11:14 Tags: OrganizingContinue reading→

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Politics and Prose Workers Ratify New Contract That Includes Wage Increases 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. United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW) Local 400 members who work at Politics and Prose bookstores in Washington, D.C., voted to ratify a new union contract last week.The bargaining unit covers roughly 70 staff—including both booksellers and baristas. Highlights of the new agreement include annual wage increases, additional holiday pay, language governing internal promotion procedures and more.“Congratulations to our members on a hard-won contract,” said Mark Federici, UFCW international vice president and president of Local 400. “None of these improvements would have been possible without everyone staying engaged and unified throughout this process. And a special thanks to our hardworking bargaining committee for their time and effort getting this across the finish line. It’s never easy to negotiate a contract and they stepped up in a big way on behalf of their coworkers. We’re proud to have you in our union family.” Kenneth Quinnell Thu, 03/05/2026 - 10:08Continue reading→

Celebrating Women's History Month: 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:Increased funding for the NEA and NEH each in FY27 gets us closer to a full funding level of $1 per capita. Contact your U.S. Representative and ask them to sign the FY27 NEA and NEH appropriations request letters today. https://bit.ly/4cJozgT[image or embed]— Actors' Equity Association (@actorsequity.bsky.social) March 4, 2026 at 10:43 AMAFSCME:"When public service is warped by political loyalty, families are put at risk, public safety is compromised and government struggles to provide the public services that keep our country strong." - AFSCME President Lee Saundershttps://t.co/pLlFleiF8v— AFSCME (@AFSCME) March 4, 2026Amalgamated Transit Union:For Women’s History Month, we are celebrating the women in our Union who lead and inspire. Our first rockstar is Rachel Hill, President/Business Agent of Local 1070-Indianapolis, IN. #WomensHistoryMonth2026 pic.twitter.com/7XuJBJWlDZ— ATU, Transit Union (@ATUComm) March 2, 2026American Federation of Teachers:What is digital literacy? Check out @sharemylesson.bsky.social's new blog to help educators teach students ways to find, evaluate, use and create information in digital spaces thoughtfully and responsibly ⤵️ sharemylesson.com/blog/what-is...[image or embed]— AFT (@aft.org) March 4, 2026 at 10:32 AMAmerican Postal Workers Union:The APWU National Executive Board met February 23-24 and adopted a proclamation to honor the women of the APWU throughout March, Women’s History Month, recognizing the “unique and powerful role” women have played in the APWU and in society. View the proclamation:…— The American Postal Workers Union - APWU (@APWUnational) March 4, 2026Association of Flight Attendants-CWA:United Airlines Flight 585 was a scheduled passenger flight on March 3, 1991, from Denver to Colorado Springs, Colorado, carrying 20 passengers and 5 crew members on board. pic.twitter.com/biwggv9PVN— AFA-CWA (@afa_cwa) March 3, 2026Boilermakers:👷‍♀️Happy National Women in Construction Week #Boilermakers https://t.co/xLkdN4NcLi pic.twitter.com/PKSLBO2wQt— Boilermakers Union (@boilermakernews) March 3, 2026Bricklayers:Happy #WorksiteWednesday! 🚧 BAC Local 1 Hawaii members are hard at work installing stone riprap at the Makena Ranch project. Quality craftsmanship in paradise! 🛠️🌺#BestHandsInTheBusiness #SkilledTrades #BuildingTomorrowTogether pic.twitter.com/CY5jUQBuVD— Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers Union (@IUBAC) March 4, 2026Coalition of Labor Union Women:The Coalition of Labor Union Women celebrates Women's History Month, recognizing women's contributions to organized labor, advancing social justice, and increasing political advocacy. All month long, we will be highlighting impactful women throughout the labor movement!🌹🥖 pic.twitter.com/5QyOqrSvFV— CLUW National (@CLUWNational) March 2, 2026Communications Workers of America:March is Women's History Month! We celebrate the endless contributions women have made to our labor movement. pic.twitter.com/xCV9ShH96j— CWA (@CWAUnion) March 1, 2026Department for Professional Employees:The Actor Awards is a UNION celebration! Union actors honor union actors as @sagaftra.org members are nominees, presenters, AND voters. @afm-union.bsky.social perform the music for the show. @iatse.bsky.social crew and craftspeople and DGA directorial teams bring the show to our homes. #actorawards[image or embed]— Department for Professional Employees, AFL-CIO (@dpeaflcio.bsky.social) March 1, 2026 at 8:15 PMElectrical Workers:"Together with battery storage, solar will account for 79% of the new capacity added to the U.S. power grid this year, according to the federal Energy Information Administration. Most of it is destined for Republican states, with 40% going to Texas alone. "https://t.co/aaUGCKk3Hs— IBEW (@IBEW) March 3, 2026Fire Fighters:🔥 Real emergencies don’t give you time to think – they demand action.The #IAFF Fire Ground Survival program prepares members for a Mayday, strengthening prevention & survival skills.➡️ https://t.co/Ngkn95nCO2Also offered at https://t.co/VS0nxA9BOA👩‍🚒 @SarniaFirefight pic.twitter.com/k1n82LpZZe— International Association of Fire Fighters (@IAFFofficial) March 3, 2026Heat and Frost Insulators:Apprentices are the lifeblood of our union 💪Explore the benefits & experiences of an Insulator apprenticeship! ✅ Paid Training ✅ No College Debt ✅ Higher Wages ✅ Affordable Health Care 🔗Learn more & become an apprentice today: https://t.co/gVSD0uyeQO pic.twitter.com/ErCsPJBkPT— Insulators Union 🦎 (@InsulatorsUnion) February 25, 2026International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers:#WomeninConstructionWeek spotlight: Local 17 (Boston) sister Renee talks about her balancing career, what she values about her work, how she got into the trade and more!“I always wanted a job with a positive impact on society, and a job that matters.”https://t.co/rgqWMnz7vj— SMART Union (@smartunionworks) March 3, 2026International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers:IFPTE calls on the Department of Defense (DOD) and other pertinent federal government agencies to use every resource necessary to prioritize the safety and security of federal employees throughout the Middle East, including at military installations. https://t.co/prU1BomLSv— IFPTE (@IFPTE) March 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/UmRoDDOXWw pic.twitter.com/qztQFYuRjE— International Union Of Police Associations (@IUPA34233) March 4, 2026Labor Council for Latin American Advancement:Workers were promised a manufacturing comeback, but many are still facing layoffs, fewer hours, and uncertainty. Investments and announcements mean little if jobs aren’t stable, wages aren’t growing, and families can’t count on steady work. #StateOfTheUnion#OurRightsOurSOTU pic.twitter.com/rjDphRrkN4— LCLAA (@LCLAA) February 25, 2026Laborers:That vest didn't get dirty sitting on the sidelines. Shoutout to every woman in the trades who earns her place every single day. We see you. We stand with you. #WIC2026 #WomenInConstruction #LIUNASister #UnionStrong pic.twitter.com/CFOkoVUmla— LIUNA (@LIUNA) March 4, 2026Machinists:. @iamairtransport @iamdistrict142 PDGC John Coveny just welcomed members to the district office for their Young Workers Summit, where new and young members will learn skills and build connections to prepare them to take on leadership roles in our union✈️ ⚙️💪 pic.twitter.com/I7YOP9pR2F— IAM Union (@IAM_Union) March 3, 2026Major League Baseball Players Association:Masa wants to run it back! The @WBCBaseball reigning champ talks all things playing in Japan, being reunited with old teammates, and the energy that other countries bring to the tournament.@RedSox pic.twitter.com/clS2sck6ZS— MLBPA (@MLBPA) March 4, 2026Maritime Trades Department:Maritime Unions Issue Joint Statement Following Attack on U.S.-Flag Vessel Amid Rising Gulf Tensionhttps://t.co/NzgmsCTItj— Maritime Trades Department, AFL-CIO (@Maritime_Trades) March 4, 2026National Air Traffic Controllers Association:The Super Bowl LX numbers are in, and we’re not talking about the final score or TV ratings. Our members across the Bay worked together to handle a huge increase in traffic to the region because of the game. Thanks for your hard work and dedication! https://t.co/HPiHYHkhKg pic.twitter.com/iAzgHoVOa7— NATCA (@NATCA) March 4, 2026National Association of Letter Carriers:On Feb. 25, NALC and USPS officially opened negotiations for our next contract. From surveys to rap sessions, Rank-and-File Bargaining Committees to our National Day of Action, NALC has been constantly working to prepare for this next round of bargaining. All this preparation and… pic.twitter.com/K5HgUpyoOB— Letter Carriers (@NALC_National) March 3, 2026National Domestic Workers Alliance:Caring for loved ones means truly knowing them—what supports them and what helps them thrive. Whether it’s a bottle of Ensure and a warm blanket, or their daily meds, it’s the little things that make all the difference. pic.twitter.com/QgkjyU68dg— Domestic Workers (@domesticworkers) March 2, 2026National Lacrosse League Players' Association🔥 Shop NLLPA Merchandise! 🔥Tap the link in bio and shop the freshest gear now — perfect for style that makes a statement.💻 Scroll.🛍️ Pick your favorites.❤️ Wear them with pride.Shop now 👉 🔗 https://t.co/7s3hQ95FQy#NewArrivals #ShopNow pic.twitter.com/0rcnSoNBjs— NLLPA (@NLLPA) March 3, 2026National Nurses United:When nurses voted for a union at Northern Maine Med Center, administration could have met us halfway. Instead, it has only fought us and tried to punish us for speaking up. But we are as committed as ever, and will never stop fighting for our patients!https://t.co/LuQ5zuZDsp— National Nurses United (@NationalNurses) March 1, 2026NFL Players Association:Built for this moment 💪Good luck to our future members at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine. pic.twitter.com/7b81xj4vuN— NFLPA (@NFLPA) February 26, 2026North America's Building Trades Unions:Women in Construction Week is the perfect time to reflect on the strength of our community. TWBN shows what happens when women in the trades unite, lead, and lift each other up. Here’s to continuing the momentum. #WomenInConstructionWeek pic.twitter.com/yNlPyk1NaX— The Building Trades (@NABTU) March 2, 2026Painters and Allied Trades:Joelene has been a member of District Council 11 for 37 years!Her early career in the trades began as a Sign Maker, and then she transitioned to become a Painter with Mackenzie Painting. She’s been President of Local 186, a Local 186 Delegate, a DC 11 trustee, a member of the… pic.twitter.com/sfPRdenONL— IUPAT (@GoIUPAT) March 4, 2026Professional Aviation Safety Specialists:Congratulations to PASS members Donald Davis, Brian Dickey & Al Minton for their work running new data cables, fiber optics & installing servers, software for new Georgia Enterprise Center in the interest of air traffic control safety & efficency! #ATCAConnect #PublicService https://t.co/Gjm6rQxfUe— PASS (@PASSNational) March 4, 2026Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union:Women union stewards show up every day to protect rights, enforce contracts, and support coworkers. Today, we thank women stewards who lead with strength and care. 👏#UnionStewards #WomenLeaders #UnionStrong pic.twitter.com/nd8bUWrViX— RWDSU (@RWDSU) March 4, 2026Roofers and Waterproofers:Share your experiences and knowledge about working in the heat, and make jobsites safer! @CPWR is conducting a research study to improve heat illness prevention and better protect construction workers.Take the survey: https://t.co/vhk4S26lmY #SafetyFirst pic.twitter.com/lKdfoionPD— Roofers Union (@roofersunion) March 2, 2026SAG-AFTRA:Actors with their Actor. 🏆 #ActorAwards pic.twitter.com/AmI09OMSs3— SAG-AFTRA (@sagaftra) March 3, 2026Service Employees International Union:When women stand together, we don’t just open doors, we build foundations.Supporting each other. Advocating for ourselves. Leading without apology.Here’s to collective strength, bold leadership, and futures built to last. ✨ #WomensHistoryMonth pic.twitter.com/tRWmiU11UL— SEIU (@SEIU) March 4, 2026Solidarity Center:Say it with us: DOMESTIC WORKERS ARE WORKERS! 🗣️ pic.twitter.com/61sJliwqne— Solidarity Center (@SolidarityCntr) March 3, 2026Theatrical Stage Employees:At the 30th Art Directors Guild (L800) Awards in Los Angeles, IATSE VP Michael Miller presented Rep. Laura Friedman (D-Calif.) with the President’s Award for her continued work advocating for a federal incentive for film & TV production. pic.twitter.com/oeLFGDvVmT— IATSE // #IASolidarity (@IATSE) March 3, 2026Transport Workers Union:Victory in Pittsburgh! POGOH bikeshare workers vote to join the TWU. "Today’s victory is a big step forward for POGOH workers who want the benefits of a contract and being a part of the country’s largest bikeshare union. The work now begins on a first contract." @Twusamuelsen pic.twitter.com/DANKSInuzr— TWU (@transportworker) March 3, 2026Transportation Trades Department:As AI continues to make headlines, transportation labor is strategizing to ensure workers aren’t left behind. Today, @TTDAFLCIO affiliates welcomed reps from @MD_Labor's Cyber Maryland Program & @TransportWorker @twulocal208 to share best practices & real world success stories. pic.twitter.com/4JpUwWUIWA— TTD | America's Transportation Unions (@TTDAFLCIO) March 3, 2026UAW:On this day in 1972, around 7,800 UAW Local 1112 members at General Motors' iconic Lordstown Assembly plant in Ohio walked off the job in a three-week strike that sparked a national debate over workers' quality of life on the assembly line and the relentless yet monotonous nature… pic.twitter.com/0wTVvSQJ28— UAW (@UAW) March 4, 2026Union Veterans Council:VICTORY! The VA has officially RESCINDED the medication rule (RIN 2900-AS49).No more "pauses"—the rule is being wiped from the books. This is what the power of solidarity looks like. We fought, we stood together, and we won. #Veterans #protecttheva #Rescinded @AFLCIO pic.twitter.com/c1Fk7wOZsN— Union Veterans Council🪖✊ (@unionveterans) February 26, 2026UNITE HERE:More pictures from yesterday's celebration of National School Breakfast Week. Thank you to our amazing 634 Food Service Workers for all you do! pic.twitter.com/xlmnkzpsdJ— UNITEHERE! LOCAL 634 (@UHlocal634) March 4, 2026United Food and Commercial Workers:Over 28,000 Stop & Shop workers have ratified new 4-year contracts!Through coordination, engagement, & collective action, these new contracts secured meaningful wage increases, pension benefits, & protected health care for thousands of grocery workers.https://t.co/G4k3XbCifw pic.twitter.com/wxLtJRQ6SN— UFCW (@UFCW) March 4, 2026United Steelworkers:Thank you to longtime USW activists Marcos Vélez and Jose Loya for running in the Texas primary. Regardless of the outcome, it’s important for union members to step up and run, to help ensure working families and their priorities remain at the center of each race. pic.twitter.com/AEwCZjbUom— United Steelworkers Union (@steelworkers) March 4, 2026Writers Guild of America East:WGAE members at CBS News 24/7 are fighting for a fair contract in the midst of threats to free speech, multiple massive mergers and tumultuous changes to the broadcast news industry. Our members deserve strong job protections, send a letter to management: wgaea.st/cbs247-letter[image or embed]— Writers Guild of America East (@wgaeast.bsky.social) March 3, 2026 at 11:46 AM Kenneth Quinnell Wed, 03/04/2026 - 10:11Continue reading→

Women's History Month Profiles: Angela Brown For Women's History Month, we're taking a look at a group of leaders who are currently active making women's history across the labor movement. Check back daily for a new profile and meet some of the people working to improve not only their community, but also to improve conditions for working people across the country. Today's profile is Angela Brown of the Office and Professional Employees (OPEIU). OPEIU Local 102 member Angela Brown is a flight instructor at Amentum in Enterprise, Alabama. As a woman in a male-dominated field, Brown is a pioneering pilot who inspires new pilots to take flight each day. “Women play a big role in our society,” she said, “and we shouldn’t be pushed aside.” Kenneth Quinnell Wed, 03/04/2026 - 09:22 Tags: Women's History MonthContinue reading→

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: New Mexico Public Sector Workers Win Back Hard-Earned Raise 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. Thanks to their combined efforts and advocacy, AFSCME Council 18, Communications Workers of America (CWA) Local 7076 and the AFT New Mexico are celebrating the restoration of a 1% raise for state workers that was removed from New Mexico’s budget.Earlier this month, the Senate Finance Committee struck the pay bump for state workers, including public school and higher education staff, from the budget bill. In response, union members and community allies spoke out and mobilized for a Valentine's Day press conference to urge lawmakers to do right by the workers who keep New Mexico running. House Democrats heard their demands and secured a workaround that would add the raise into the tax bill, rather than back into the budget. The legislation will now go to Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham for her signature or veto.“Today’s action reaffirms the House of Representatives’ strong commitment to support working families across New Mexico,” union leaders said in a joint statement. “This is a huge win for public sector workers in New Mexico that represents more than the monetary value of a 1% raise—it is proof that when we stand together, shoulder to shoulder, workers can win.” Kenneth Quinnell Wed, 03/04/2026 - 09:14Continue reading→

Fighting for a Fair Contract: 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 on X. California Labor Federation, AFL-CIO:Today @seiuusww airport workers are picketing at San Francisco International Airport demanding a living wage! We stand in solidarity with these vital workers, who make SFO run, as they fight for a fair contract! pic.twitter.com/CyXjrBCKPW— California Federation of Labor Unions (@CaliforniaLabor) February 27, 2026Connecticut AFL-CIO:It's 2026, and bus drivers in Connecticut still don't have reliable access to a restroom.Some drivers are forced to wear DIAPERS just to get through their shift. This is not just inconvenient — it's inhumane.Enough is enough. The Transportation Committee must pass HB 5236! pic.twitter.com/ZZ2C7lT0ij— Connecticut AFL-CIO (@ConnAFLCIO) March 2, 2026Florida AFL-CIO:MUST WATCH: @CBSMiami investigative report gets to the truth behind SB 1296. This bill is not by or for Floridians, but out of state interests dead set on erasing working families constitutional rights to collectively bargain and speak for themselves! https://t.co/uwrfjg7ryg— Florida AFL-CIO (@FLAFLCIO) March 1, 2026Illinois AFL-CIO:It's #WomenInConstructionWeek. From the work in pre-apprenticeship programs like Chicago Women in Trades to tradeswomen advocacy days, Illinois is leading when it comes to making sure we are growing and retaining women in the trades. #1u #UnionStrong pic.twitter.com/0qS5kg5unW— Illinois AFL-CIO (@ILAFLCIO) March 3, 2026Maine AFL-CIO:Solidarity with members of the Bath Marine Draftsman's Association - @UAW Local 3999 who begin contract negotiations today! https://t.co/TKQu1DsszC pic.twitter.com/RCO4f4TxlR— Maine AFL-CIO (@MEAFLCIO) March 2, 2026Massachusetts AFL-CIO:Working people don't buy Big Tech’s promise of a shiny AI future that will solve all of our problems.Here in MA, the FAIR Act prioritizes data privacy and human autonomy so we can capitalize on the beneficial aspects of this technology without compromising basic worker rights. https://t.co/ngeH6UNTGq— Massachusetts AFL-CIO (@massaflcio) February 26, 2026Michigan State AFL-CIO:“Invasive, unnecessary and unethical” pretty much sums it upStand with us in the fight against AI: https://t.co/WAse9LbpDD pic.twitter.com/VoMwrMU6OD— Michigan AFL-CIO ✊ (@MIAFLCIO) March 3, 2026Minnesota AFL-CIO:Minnesota is moving in the right direction, and we made historic gains for workers in 2023 and 2024. It’s up to the Labor Movement to defend that progress and continue moving towards becoming the best state for working people. #mnleg #BetterInAUnion https://t.co/mpfNYAWi2V— Minnesota AFL-CIO (@MNAFLCIO) February 26, 2026Nevada State AFL-CIO:Celebrating Women’s History Month with women who paved the way and the ones pushing it forward. Happy Women’s History Month! ♥️💪🏼 pic.twitter.com/Je0KsXTtQT— Nevada State AFL-CIO // Pass the #PROAct (@NVAFLCIO) March 2, 2026New York State AFL-CIO:Join us at UBS Arena for the NY Islanders #UnionStrong Weekend! Union members and their families/friends save on tickets and get a free t-shirt. Plus, one lucky winner will walk away with a signed Islanders jersey. Get tickets: https://t.co/43rrwtvHhe pic.twitter.com/UTY0h1LSM3— NYS AFL-CIO // #UnionStrong (@NYSAFLCIO) March 2, 2026Oregon AFL-CIO:Yesterday, the Healthcare Without Fear Act (SB 1570) passed in the Oregon House of Representatives.The bill will now move on to a concurrence vote in the Senate.https://t.co/256u7LywCY pic.twitter.com/FDzGId261W— Oregon AFL-CIO (@OregonAFLCIO) March 3, 2026Pennsylvania AFL-CIO:As prices continue to rise, working families across Pennsylvania and the country are struggling. We need solutions that put workers first and builds an economy that works for all of us.https://t.co/JuGRf3HOCx— PA AFL-CIO (@PaAFL_CIO) February 28, 2026Texas AFL-CIO:Congratulations to Roxanne Brown, who was just sworn in as the new @steelworkers International President! She’s officially the first woman to lead the union.We’re ready to fight alongside President Brown to win for Texas workers! pic.twitter.com/i6tFwU12v6— Texas AFL-CIO (@TexasAFLCIO) March 2, 2026Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO:This Women’s History Month, we celebrate the power of women’s leadership in our movement. From breaking barriers to building worker power, women across our unions continue to redefine what’s possible in the fight for dignity and justice on the job.#womenshistorymonth #WHM pic.twitter.com/T1VHsyWZRd— Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO (@WAAFLCIO) March 1, 2026 Kenneth Quinnell Tue, 03/03/2026 - 13:13Continue reading→