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AFL-CIO Head Richard Trumka Says Union Support for Biden Was Strong

06 Nov, 2020

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06 Nov, 2020

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AFL-CIO Head Richard Trumka Says Union Support for Biden Was Strong

Democrat Joe Biden gained more of the vote from members of the AFL-CIO than Hillary Clinton did four years ago, its president said, crediting laborers for the party’s wins in key states.

AFL-CIO Head Richard Trumka Says Union Support for Biden Was Strong

Broken Promises, a Botched Response and a Better Way Forward

Broken Promises, a Botched Response and a Better Way Forward

02 Nov, 2020

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Broken Promises, a Botched Response and a Better Way Forward

Working families deserve a leader who will focus on “we, the people,” not just on the person they see in the mirror. Only Vice President Joe Biden can be that president. I’ve known Joe for 40 years. He loves his family, loves working people and loves our country. His “Made in America” plan will revitalize America's manufacturing in a way Trump never could. Biden doesn’t only have the best plan to beat the virus and help workers recover financially—he is the only candidate for president with a plan at all. And with a Biden administration, we’ll finally pass the PRO Act, allowing workers to join a union freely and fairly.

Broken Promises, a Botched Response and a Better Way Forward

Control the Virus and Protect Workers—and the American Economy Will Roar Back

27 Oct, 2020

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27 Oct, 2020

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Control the Virus and Protect Workers—and the American Economy Will Roar Back

Over the past few months, President Donald Trump’s performance has been both unprecedented and unpresidential.

Control the Virus and Protect Workers—and the American Economy Will Roar Back

Elections, RBG and Leaning In at Tradeswomen Build Nations 2020

26 Oct, 2020

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26 Oct, 2020

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Elections, RBG and Leaning In at Tradeswomen Build Nations 2020

With just two weeks to go before Nov. 3, the upcoming elections were a key point of focus for the largest U.S. gathering of union tradeswomen convening Oct. 17 for their annual conference.

Elections, RBG and Leaning In at Tradeswomen Build Nations 2020

To Restore Trust, Fight Pandemic, American Government Needs New Leadership

20 Oct, 2020

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20 Oct, 2020

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To Restore Trust, Fight Pandemic, American Government Needs New Leadership

Everett Kelly is national president for AFGE.

To Restore Trust, Fight Pandemic, American Government Needs New Leadership

OSHA Has Failed to Protect Workers From COVID-19, Unions Say

09 Oct, 2020

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09 Oct, 2020

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OSHA Has Failed to Protect Workers From COVID-19, Unions Say

Half a century after Congress passed the Occupational Safety and Health Act, labor advocates say the agency in charge of enforcing the landmark law is failing to protect American workers during the coronavirus pandemic.

OSHA Has Failed to Protect Workers From COVID-19, Unions Say