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SEIU_ORG @seiu.org · 1d

🚨The same lawmakers who refuse to lower healthcare costs for working families are now ready to take food from kids, seniors, and people with disabilities.

If this shutdown continues, 42 million people could lose SNAP benefits in November.
Unacceptable — full stop.

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SEIU Local 925 @seiu925.bsky.social · 2d

🚨In rural towns, SNAP is an economic lifeline. Those same communities, already having to travel further for work and medical care, could lose access to affordable food too.

This is what happens when politics is prioritized over people. Learn more: seiu.co/4qndZk1

#SNAP #GovernmentShutdown

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SEIU Local 509 @seiu509.bsky.social · 7d

We demand greater clarity and planning from management. DCF should bargain in good faith to protect workers and the families we serve! 💪 (2/2)

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SEIU Local 509 @seiu509.bsky.social · 7d

Today, DCF workers held an informational picket outside the Springfield office while, inside, workers delivered a petition to Commissioner Miller. We’re calling for an immediate stop to the disorganization and opaque process around the dismantling of the ADLU. (1/2)

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Rocío Sáenz @seiusaenz.bsky.social · 8d

That’s right! We have more in common with our immigrant neighbors, friends, and coworkers than we do with the billionaires who profit from our hard work and take away our healthcare.

SEIU Local 509 @seiu509.bsky.social · 17d

When politicians and billionaires try to divide working people by scapegoating immigrants, we know exactly who benefits — and it’s NOT everyday people working hard just to make ends meet. (1/2)

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SEIU Local 509 @seiu509.bsky.social · 8d

Team 509 joined the #MakePollutersPay campaign this week to demand urgent climate action across the state! Learn more about the campaign here: www.polluterspayma.org

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iAmerica @iamerica.org · 10d

"We, as workers, have a common enemy that is raising prices and keeping our wages down consciously—and it’s not your immigrant neighbor. It is the billionaire who owns your company & probably owns the property that you rent from." -Dave Foley, @seiu509.bsky.social
www.thenation.com/article/soci...

“We Have a Common Enemy—and It’s Not Your Immigrant Neighbor”

The SEIU’s Dave Foley and Dr. A. Naomi Paik on how worker solidarity can overcome Trump’s war on immigrants.

www.thenation.com

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April Verrett @seiupres.bsky.social · 12d

Your immigrant neighbor isn’t the reason you can’t afford rent. The billionaire who owns your company AND your building is. Great piece by @seiu509.bsky.social president Dave Foley
www.thenation.com/article/soci...

“We Have a Common Enemy—and It’s Not Your Immigrant Neighbor”

The SEIU’s Dave Foley and Dr. A. Naomi Paik on how worker solidarity can overcome Trump’s war on immigrants.

www.thenation.com

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SEIU_ORG @seiu.org · 14d

No Thrones. No Crowns. No Kings. Workers rule.

Today, union members and working people from all races and places rise together—not to defend broken systems, but to protect each other. Our families. Our futures. Our communities. #NoKings

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SEIU Local 509 @seiu509.bsky.social · 17d

Standing together in solidarity is how we win change. It’s how we fight back and demand good union jobs, quality care, and safe communities for all of us. (2/2)

Read more here: link.seiu509.org/thenation

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SEIU Local 509 @seiu509.bsky.social · 17d

When politicians and billionaires try to divide working people by scapegoating immigrants, we know exactly who benefits — and it’s NOT everyday people working hard just to make ends meet. (1/2)

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The Nation Magazine @thenation.com · 17d

"When our member was kidnapped off the streets by ICE, we knew about it before anybody did." This is how unions can play a crucial role in standing up to Trump's war against immigrants.

"We Have a Common Enemy--And It's Not Your Immigrant Neighbor"

The SEIU's Dave Foley and Dr. A. Naomi Paik on how worker solidarity can overcome Trump's war on immigrants.

www.thenation.com

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SEIU Local 509 @seiu509.bsky.social · 17d

Join the #MakePollutersPay campaign on October 21 to rally for a climate resilient future and a petition drop-off with elected leaders! More info here: link.seiu509.org/oct-21

📅 Tuesday, October 21
⏰ 10:00 AM
📍 Statehouse, 24 Beacon St, Boston

Make Polluters Pay Petition Drop

link.seiu509.org

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Raise Up Massachusetts @raiseupma.bsky.social · 18d

ICYMI: Our #ProtectOurCare town halls continue through the month of October. Looking to learn more on how to Stop the Cuts with Corporate Fair Share? There's still time to join us: www.raiseupma.org/town-halls

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SEIU Local 509 @seiu509.bsky.social · 19d

We also reaffirm our principles to fight alongside marginalized communities for equity and justice. Solidarity forever! (2/2)

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SEIU Local 509 @seiu509.bsky.social · 19d

Today we honor and celebrate the rich and varied cultures and histories of indigenous people, & acknowledge the painful history of violence and colonization that continues to impact indigenous communities. (1/2)

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SEIU Local 509 @seiu509.bsky.social · 21d

Together with the @raiseupma.bsky.social coalition, we’re fighting to protect the essential services that keep our communities afloat. Stay tuned for more ways you can join the fight!

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SEIU Local 509 @seiu509.bsky.social · 21d

Last night’s #ProtectOurCare town halls in Cambridge and Worcester brought together SEIU 509 members & community allies to demand that mega corporations pay their fair share.

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Progressive Mass @progressivemass.bsky.social · 22d

Tinika Dottin, a DTA worker and @seiu509.bsky.social member: “I have so many success stories from people who have benefited from SNAP, from child care.” #mapoli

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SEIU Local 509 @seiu509.bsky.social · 26d

📅 Thursday, Oct. 9
⏰ 5:30pm to 8:00pm
📍 242 Mill Street, Worcester

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SEIU Local 509 @seiu509.bsky.social · 26d

Calling all Worcester members! On 10/9, you join the fight to make mega corporations pay their fair share in taxes at the @raiseupma.bsky.social #ProtectOurCare Town Hall. Learn about our plan to win & how we can protect essential services in MA! RSVP here: link.seiu509.org/gilti-oct9

Protect Our Care Worcester Town Hall: Stop the Cuts With Corporate Fair Share! · SEIU 509

The problem? Massachusetts is facing massive cuts to healthcare, food assistance programs, and education (to fund Trump's tax cuts for billionaires and big corporations). Our solution? Protect our c...

link.seiu509.org

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AFT Massachusetts @aftmass.bsky.social · 28d

Thanks to our partners from @raiseupma.bsky.social and our union siblings with @1199seiu.org, @seiu509.bsky.social, @massteacher.bsky.social, and MNA for turning out today, and to Senators Liz Miranda & Jason Lewis for and Rep. Carlos Gonzalez for always fighting for working people! (3/3)

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SEIU Local 509 @seiu509.bsky.social · 29d

Tell your state legislators to act now: link.seiu509.org/gilti

Support Corporate Fair Share in MA!

link.seiu509.org

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SEIU Local 509 @seiu509.bsky.social · 29d

✊ Today, SEIU 509 joined labor and community partners at the Corporate Fair Share hearing! By demanding that billionaires and mega-corporations pay their fair share, we can ensure we have the resources to #ProtectOurCare.

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Progressive Mass @progressivemass.bsky.social · 29d

At the Corporate Fair Share hearing

Sen. Liz Miranda: “When we allow large corporations to exploit the tax code, we are not just draining resources from our commonwealth we are deepening racial and economic inequality.” #mapoli

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