Solidarity Isn’t a Slogan. It’s a Promise: 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:
Keep Equity’s workplace harassment reporting info close at hand with our digital wallet card. Simply tap the image, save it and have it ready whenever you need it. Find out more at https://members.actorsequity.org/on-the-job/understanding-harassment
— Actors’ Equity Association (@actorsequity.bsky.social) February 25, 2026 at 10:43 AM
AFSCME:
.@CSEALocal1000 member Armett Newman strongly defended child care funding at a Families Over Billionaires town hall in Washington, D.C. https://t.co/r5s3gTTCcT
— AFSCME (@AFSCME) February 24, 2026
Alliance for Retired Americans:
Social Security benefits everyone, but the loophole that caps what the wealthiest Americans contribute to the system only benefits the rich. It’s time for Congress to #ScrapTheCap.
Share if you agree!
— Alliance for Retired Americans (@ActiveRetirees) February 25, 2026
Amalgamated Transit Union:
Our Local 1324-Savannah, GA, pushes for improved wages for members and better accountability at Chatham Area Transit Board meeting. #OurVoiceOurPower #1u #canlab https://t.co/M8dw0PODaT
— ATU, Transit Union (@ATUComm) February 25, 2026
American Federation of Teachers:
Explore how art and history intersect in Kerry James Marshall’s Souvenir II and the diplomatic legacy of Nobel Peace Prize winner Dr. Ralph J. Bunche. This powerful reflection connects Black History Month, civil rights, and global leadership to inspire the next generation. #BlackHistoryMonth
American Postal Workers Union:
Why is COLA a big deal? Because COLA is rare. Only about 11% of US workers have any cost of living adjustment. Many major unions don’t have it at all. APWU career employees will see theirs arriving in paychecks dated March 27. pic.twitter.com/30Tec2Amuq
— The American Postal Workers Union – APWU (@APWUnational) February 25, 2026
Association of Flight Attendants-CWA:
Today, we remember the 7 crew and 51 passengers lost in the crash of Eastern Air Lines Flight 304, on February 25, 1964. Flight 304 was flying from New Orleans to Washington Dulles when it went down in Lake Ponchartrain, Louisiana, due to pitch failure. pic.twitter.com/EwOjTFr2mo
— AFA-CWA (@afa_cwa) February 25, 2026
Boilermakers:
BREAKING‼️Excellent news for L-693 #Boilermakers in Mississippi as Pascagoula Metal Trades Council members voted for a new CBA that’s one of the best contracts in history for Boilermakers at Ingalls Shipyard: https://t.co/g0JqirpWh3 pic.twitter.com/Vjr4vWMUnz
— Boilermakers Union (@boilermakernews) February 25, 2026
Bricklayers:
Thank you, @RepTimOneal and @RepMcandrew for visiting our BAC Local 9 PA members at work!#UnionStrong #skilledtrades #Besthandsinthebusiness pic.twitter.com/aGKqDEEE3h
— Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers Union (@IUBAC) February 24, 2026
Communications Workers of America:
Members and retirees of CWA Local 1180 are rallying around the son of member Margaret Manolis, Elias, who was diagnosed with a rare kidney disease before birth. Elias turned 13 in November and has spent his entire life managing Chronic Kidney Disease.https://t.co/QhuuEp4coL
— CWA (@CWAUnion) February 20, 2026
Department for Professional Employees:
Congrats to @hearstunion.bsky.social members on their new contract which includes annual pay raises of 2-3%, a salary floor of $62,400, improved severance protections, and enhanced retirement benefits. variety.com/2026/digital…
— Department for Professional Employees, AFL-CIO (@dpeaflcio.bsky.social) February 24, 2026 at 4:39 PM
Electrical Workers:
The path to clean energy runs through Michigan’s unions https://t.co/RA0lGNtYZN
— IBEW (@IBEW) February 25, 2026
Fire Fighters:
❄️🔥 While winter kept crews busy, February brought #union victories – including a major legal win for @IAFFlocal73. 💪🚒
Stay up to date on all the latest news in the #IAFF newsroom ⬇️📰https://t.co/2A162s9a7m
— International Association of Fire Fighters (@IAFFofficial) February 25, 2026
International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers:
HUGE NEWS: More than three years after the devastating East Palestine derailment, the bipartisan Railway Safety Act of 2026 aims to enact major reforms born out of the lessons learned from this disaster.
https://t.co/GcUsLmmyEX— SMART Union (@smartunionworks) February 25, 2026
International Union of Police Associations:
Committee of Correctional Officers for Cecil County, I.U.P.A. Local #84 Members Dfc. Earl Brown and Cpl. Dwayne Wesley were named Officers of the Year! https://t.co/kdRkLHzBip pic.twitter.com/39MK2mixWi
— International Union Of Police Associations (@IUPA34233) February 23, 2026
Labor 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, 2026
Laborers:
#Solidarity isn’t a slogan. It’s a promise! From Missouri to Manhattan, #Laborers backed Doe Run workers going #union with #LIUNA Local 829. #LaborersRising #OrganizeOrDie pic.twitter.com/5xW4qn178D
— LIUNA (@LIUNA) February 23, 2026
Machinists:
When union members run, working people win.
The IAM Maine State Council has unanimously endorsed IAM member and shipyard mechanic Mark Vigliotta for Maine State Senate.
It’s time for more working people in office. 💪https://t.co/9zO2ImKbSi
— IAM Union (@IAM_Union) February 25, 2026
Major League Baseball Players Association:
Bill Mazeroski authored one of the most iconic moments in World Series history while forging a connection with the city of Pittsburgh through his defensive wizardry, his work ethic and the commitment he displayed each day on the playing field. We extend our heartfelt sympathies…
— MLBPA (@MLBPA) February 21, 2026
Major League Soccer Players Association:
From our annual Rep Meeting to hitting the road to see every team during preseason, here’s a quick look at how the PA gets to work during the offseason! 📸 pic.twitter.com/zKtjprDpb7
— MLSPA (@MLSPA) February 20, 2026
Maritime Trades Department:
MTD Backs Maritime Action Planhttps://t.co/RpkSW9VNDe
— Maritime Trades Department, AFL-CIO (@Maritime_Trades) February 24, 2026
National Air Traffic Controllers Association:
This year, NATCA in Washington will be held May 4 to May 6, at the Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill. If you would like to attend this year’s event, please indicate your interest by applying no later than Friday, March 6, at 11:59 PDT: https://t.co/4jdHALxpxU pic.twitter.com/9h0fLAhZgd
— NATCA (@NATCA) February 25, 2026
National Association of Letter Carriers:
The more than 200,000 members of NALC show up every day to ensure Americans nationwide receive the universal mail service they depend on. On Sunday, letter carriers and community supporters in Baltimore, MD, and cities across the country rallied together for a fair contract that… pic.twitter.com/6CXyxLEoyl
— Letter Carriers (@NALC_National) February 24, 2026
National Hockey League Players’ Association:
Today, they’re the greatest hockey team in the world 🇺🇸
Congratulations to @USAhockey on winning their first men’s hockey Olympic gold since 1980! #MilanoCortina2026 pic.twitter.com/yJTx4A1nee
— NHLPA (@NHLPA) February 22, 2026
National Nurses United:
Locking out nurses after a lawful strike is purely retaliatory and meant to intimidate nurses from using our collective strength.
This is what happens when hospitals care more about breaking a union than safe staffing. pic.twitter.com/tXio6opz0j
— National Nurses United (@NationalNurses) February 23, 2026
NFL Players Association:
#SuperBowlLX week was next-level 🔥
From appearances and activations to events and new opportunities, the NFLPA was there supporting players and capturing some highlights. 🎥 pic.twitter.com/asEX0988Pp
— NFLPA (@NFLPA) February 24, 2026
North America’s Building Trades Unions:
ABC keeps shouting about who’s union instead of why they can’t staff job sites. There is no “worker shortage,” just a shortage of real training and standards.
When you don’t build the workforce, you put out press releases blaming everything except your own model.…
— The Building Trades (@NABTU) February 20, 2026
Operating Engineers:
Deep in the Don Valley through snow and cold, Local 793 members are keeping the Ontario Line on track! Building the city with experienced operators who know their machine and who know how to get the job done right – that’s Local 793! #local793 #operatingengineers pic.twitter.com/fpXMRGU41t
— International Union of Operating Engineers (@iuoe_union) February 23, 2026
Painters and Allied Trades:
Our union is committed to giving back to our communities.
District Council 11 showed up for their neighbors in Connecticut and Rhode Island in a big way, donating hundreds of pounds of food to neighbors in need. Thank you, brothers and sisters! pic.twitter.com/lrEm85OO7M
— IUPAT (@GoIUPAT) February 25, 2026
Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union:
RWDSU members make this union strong. Your stories, courage, and persistence drive every win. #MemberVoices #UnionStrong #Solidarity pic.twitter.com/3bKJinBBTU
— RWDSU (@RWDSU) February 25, 2026
Roofers and Waterproofers:
Employers must protect all workers from falling when constructing a leading edge that is 6+ ft above lower levels by using passive engineering controls (guardrails, safety net systems) or active systems (travel restraint/PFAS). Learn more: https://t.co/rzsyq4AB6u #roofersafety365 pic.twitter.com/7CUSP3XxER
— Roofers Union (@roofersunion) February 25, 2026
SAG-AFTRA:
We are just DAYS away from the 32nd Annual Actor Awards Presented by SAG-AFTRA! See how the Actor® gets ready for its big night and make sure to tune in LIVE on Netflix on Sunday, March 1 at 8PM ET / 5PM PT. #ActorAwards https://t.co/8wHS62FTgM
— SAG-AFTRA (@sagaftra) February 24, 2026
Service Employees International Union:
ICYMI: Victory for Volkswagen workers in Chattanooga, Tennessee!
They voted to ratify their first union contract, securing pay increases, job protections, and reduced healthcare premiums that won’t go up for 4 years!https://t.co/ToSTh2XcFU— SEIU (@SEIU) February 24, 2026
Solidarity Center:
Hello there 👋 pic.twitter.com/Yb2tlqtAqC
— Solidarity Center (@SolidarityCntr) February 24, 2026
The NewsGuild-CWA:
On Wednesday, we’re co-hosting Know Your Rights Town Hall: Lessons from Minneapolis!
Learn your rights if ICE comes to your workplace and hear how @CWAUnion members responded to ICE raids in Minneapolis.
RSVP: https://t.co/1E5iTt9Ird
More info: https://t.co/wtrOBZEuNM pic.twitter.com/KPE2F9XKbZ
— The NewsGuild-CWA (@newsguild) February 23, 2026
Theatrical Stage Employees:
“We’re so fortunate that we get to do something we love,” says Angela Moos, IATSE Local 706. pic.twitter.com/nxiNgipxqk
— IATSE // #IASolidarity (@IATSE) February 20, 2026
Transport Workers Union:
“The Rail Safety Act would dramatically improve freight rail safety standards and hold greedy railroad executives accountable for prioritizing short-term profits over safety. The TWU strongly endorses the Railway Safety Act and urges Congress to swiftly pass it.” @TwuSamuelsen
— TWU (@transportworker) February 24, 2026
Transportation Trades Department:
A toxic derailment should be enough to encourage safety reform in the rail industry. 3 years & 3,100+ derailments later, workers and communities are still fighting for legislative action. We commend @SenJonHusted & @SenatorCantwell for re-introducing the Railway Safety Act. pic.twitter.com/vwAYoUh43G
— TTD | America’s Transportation Unions (@TTDAFLCIO) February 25, 2026
UAW:
Lorain County community members and Job & Family Services employees brought the fire last night. They are united in demanding immediate action to get County Commissioners back to the table to bargain in good faith and reach a fair deal for county workers. It’s time for the… pic.twitter.com/7NtZiewUm7
— UAW (@UAW) February 25, 2026
Union Veterans Council:
Demand that Sec. Collins fully remove the medication rule and not just pause! Protect your rating, protect the VA. #Veterans #Veteransrights @AFLCIO @DeptVetAffairs pic.twitter.com/qstWmoxnNT
— Union Veterans Council🪖✊ (@unionveterans) February 20, 2026
UNITE HERE:
❤️💛💚 BLACK HISTORY MONTH LEADER SPOTLIGHTS ✨
Meet Martin Luther Gibson, a Heavy Porter at Bally’s Casino Atlantic City, NJ and member of UNITE HERE Local 54. pic.twitter.com/M30JptzGq7— UNITE HERE (@unitehere) February 25, 2026
United Steelworkers:
The USW Health, Safety and Environment Conference will take place at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center and Westin Hotel in Pittsburgh, Pa., on May 17-22.
Get more info and register here: https://t.co/FTEgkS17i4 pic.twitter.com/1FB61DGTCp
— United Steelworkers Union (@steelworkers) February 25, 2026
Writers Guild of America East:
“Six nominees for WGA Awards in the Comedy/Variety Series – Talk or Sketch category grappled Wednesday night with one of the great riddles of our age […] Opinions on the topic – one of many covered in a multi-faceted, 90-minute discussion about the craft of comedy writing – varied widely.”
— Writers Guild of America East (@wgaeast.bsky.social) February 19, 2026 at 5:10 PM