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Oregon Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals (AFT 5017) @ofnhp.bsky.social · 1h

What an incredible first day on the line. ❤️

As OFNHP Officers Sarina, Nick, and Josh said — this strike is history in the making. From Sunnyside to Westside, thousands of caregivers, community members & union siblings showed up with strength, solidarity, and heart.

#OneVoiceOneFightOneFuture

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Oregon Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals (AFT 5017) @ofnhp.bsky.social · 1h

Tomorrow’s theme is all treats, no tricks!

Join the Halloween Costume Party on the lines — show off your inflatables, costumes, and creativity!

#OneVoiceOneFightOneFuture #OFNHP #UnionStrong #KaiserStrike

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Wendy G. Coleman @wgcoleman.bsky.social · 10h

@aftpa.bsky.social stands in solidarity with our @ofnhp.bsky.social siblings as they start their strike. ✊ OFNHP caregivers do incredible life-saving work day in and day out, and they deserve sustainable staffing levels and fair wages now! #KaiserStrike

Oregon Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals (AFT 5017) @ofnhp.bsky.social · 2d

Kaiser caregivers are fighting for safe staffing, fair pay & patient care that puts people before profits.

Striking is never easy—but no one should stand alone. Support the OFNHP Hardship Fund today: www.gofundme.com/f/help-Kaise...

#OneVoiceOneFightOneFuture #KaiserStrike

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AFL-CIO @aflcio.org · 10h

Kaiser refuses to give workers fair pay, benefits, and the staffing they need to keep patients safe.

We stand with the 46,000 UNAC/UHCP, @steelworkers.bsky.social Local 7600, @ofnhp.bsky.social, @unitehere.org Hawaii, and HNHP health care workers on STRIKE fighting for a fair contract ✊

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nursemclush.bsky.social @nursemclush.bsky.social · 9h

Day 1 of Kaiser Permanente strike. Incredibly disappointed in my employer for not bargaining in good faith. @ofnhp.bsky.social

Duke in his Elmo costume at Kaiser entrance.

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Randi Weingarten 🖇️📚✊🇺🇸 @rweingarten.bsky.social · 11h

Kaiser caregivers didn’t want to be on strike—they’d rather be caring for patients. But Kaiser executives left them no choice. I'm standing with ofnhp.bsky.social members on strike for safe staffing, fair pay & the quality care patients deserve. ofnhp.aft.org/we-are-kaiser #OneVoiceOneFightOneFuture

Oregon Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals (AFT 5017) (@ofnhp.bsky.social)

We are a 7,000 member healthcare union representing workers in Oregon and Southwest, Washington. This includes RN and healthcare professionals at Kaiser Permanente, PeaceHealth, Labcorp, St. Charles, ...

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Oregon Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals (AFT 5017) @ofnhp.bsky.social · 4h

No one wants a strike, but Kaiser’s proposals left caregivers no choice.

A fair contract isn’t just about workers.

It’s about protecting patients, ensuring safe staffing, and valuing frontline voices.

#OneVoiceOneFightOneFuture #kaiserstrike

Oregon Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals (AFT 5017) @ofnhp.bsky.social · 6h

Respect the professionals.

Healthcare workers are the voice of patient care, silencing them puts patients at risk.

Kaiser must listen to frontline caregivers and value their expertise in every decision.

#OneVoiceOneFightOneFuture #kaiserstrike

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Oregon Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals (AFT 5017) @ofnhp.bsky.social · 7h

Safe staffing = Safe care.

When caregivers want to improve patient care. Unless Kaiser keeps up with other employers, staff dwindles and wait times will grow.

It’s time to put patients before profits.

#OneVoiceOneFightOneFuture #kaiserstrike

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Oregon Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals (AFT 5017) @ofnhp.bsky.social · 7h

Profits before patients? That’s what’s happening at Kaiser.

CEO Greg Adams and executives are sitting on billions, while refusing to invest in the caregivers and patients.

Healthcare workers are standing up for patients, not profits.

#OneVoiceOneFightOneFuture #kaiserstrike

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The Oregon AFL-CIO @oregonaflcio.bsky.social · 12h

Kaiser workers are on strike, fighting for the future of care and staffing.

Kaiser executives are hoarding billions while frontline healthcare workers are on strike fighting to keep patients safe. A strike is the last thing anyone wants — but care comes first.

@ofnhp.bsky.social

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The Oregon AFL-CIO @oregonaflcio.bsky.social · 12h

Do you have a Kaiser healthcare story? Share it and stand with @ofnhp.bsky.social caregivers on strike. Tell Kaiser to return to its values, respect its caregivers, and put patients first:

docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

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Randi Weingarten 🖇️📚✊🇺🇸 @rweingarten.bsky.social · 12h

Solidarity with our @ofnhp.bsky.social. Colleagues who are striking Kaiser for a fair contract for themselves and their patients. I will see you later this week

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AFT @aft.org · 15h

Today, @ofnhp.bsky.social members went on strike after Kaiser’s refusal to agree to a contract that addresses concerns about proposals that would weaken care, shortchange staffing and drive skilled healthcare workers away. Stand with Kaiser caregivers using this toolkit ⬇️
ofnhp.aft.org/we-are-kaiser

We are Kaiser: Fighting for the Care Our Patients Deserve

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Oregon Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals (AFT 5017) @ofnhp.bsky.social · 15h

🪧 Kaiser caregivers are on strike for the care patients deserve. #OneVoiceOneFightOneFuture #KaiserStrike

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Oregon Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals (AFT 5017) @ofnhp.bsky.social · 18h

The clock is ticking.

Caregivers are on strike to protect the care our communities deserve. Kaiser can end the strike by bargaining in good faith and agreeing to a contract that prioritizes patient care.

Learn more: ofnhp.aft.org/we-are-kaiser

#OneVoiceOneFightOneFuture #KaiserStrike #UnionStrong

Oregon Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals (AFT 5017) @ofnhp.bsky.social · 1d

🔴 Tomorrow, we strike — and we Red Up because we’re fed up!

Day 1 of our strike kicks off with Red Up Tuesday. Wear red, show up strong & stand united for safe staffing, respect for caregivers & the quality care our patients deserve.

Post your red, tag us & use #OneVoiceOneFightOneFuture.

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Oregon Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals (AFT 5017) @ofnhp.bsky.social · 1d

Tomorrow, we make history. ✊

OFNHP Pres Sarina Roher is making it clear: We’re not striking because we want to—we’re striking because we have to. Kaiser may have the money, but we have the people—and the power.

ofnhp.aft.org/we-are-kaiser

#OneVoiceOneFightOneFuture #KaiserStrike

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Randi Weingarten 🖇️📚✊🇺🇸 @rweingarten.bsky.social · 1d

Tomorrow, @ofnhp.bsky.social members will join nearly 45,000 union members on strike to secure a contract that prioritizes patient care. Kaiser caregivers need fair wages, safe staffing & a real voice to deliver the care patients deserve. truthout.org/articles/23-... #OneVoiceOneFightOneFuture

23 Unions Plan to Strike Together If Kaiser Fails to Address Workplace Crises

Overworked and understaffed, over 45,000 health care workers at Kaiser Permanente are poised to strike.

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Oregon Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals (AFT 5017) @ofnhp.bsky.social · 1d

It’s strike week — and every day we’re showing our power, unity, and determination to win the care our patients deserve. 💪

From Red Up Tuesday to Solidarity Saturday, we’re taking action for safe staffing, respect, and quality care.

#OneVoiceOneFightOneFuture #OFNHP #KaiserStrike #UnionStrong

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Oregon Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals (AFT 5017) @ofnhp.bsky.social · 1d

Kaiser keeps calling basic workplace standards “perks.”

Respect isn’t a perk. Fair pay isn’t a perk. Safe staffing isn’t a perk.

They’re the foundation of quality care.

ofnhp.aft.org/we-are-kaiser

#OneVoiceOneFightOneFuture #OFNHP #KaiserStrike #UnionStrong

Oregon Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals (AFT 5017) @ofnhp.bsky.social · 1d

Learn more here ⬇️

We are Kaiser: Fighting for the Care Our Patients Deserve

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Oregon Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals (AFT 5017) @ofnhp.bsky.social · 1d

⏰ 1 day to go until we strike!

We’re fighting to bring Kaiser back to what it once stood for—putting patients first and honoring real partnership with caregivers. This isn’t just about a contract—it’s about protecting care & the values Kaiser was built on.

#OneVoiceOneFightOneFuture #KaiserStrike

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In These Times @inthesetimes.com · 2d

As climate change increasingly becomes a threat not just to homes, but to the very foundations of retirement, even the most careful savers are finding personal effort can’t outpace the risks woven deeply into the financial system.

@adamlmahoney.bsky.social reports

inthesetimes.com/article/clim...

Climate Change Puts A Generation’s Retirement On The Line

Early retirement withdrawals for hardship have tripled since 2020, as disasters strike and insurance fails–leaving workers on their own in old age.

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Oregon Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals (AFT 5017) @ofnhp.bsky.social · 5d

We’re fighting for safe staffing, fair wages & the time to care for every patient. Time for Kaiser to get serious about bargaining an agreement that ensures retention and recruitment of skilled healthcare providers.

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Portland-Area Kaiser Permanente Workers Could Strike as Soon as Next Week

Healthcare workers at Kaiser Permanente in Oregon and Southwest Washington are set to strike for five days beginning next Tuesday if they are unable to reach a contract agreement with the care consort...

www.portlandmercury.com

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