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Building worker power by uplifting campaigns across the U.S. labor movement. https://thelaborforce.org/
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The Labor Force @thelaborforce.bsky.social · 1d
totally understand
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SEIU_ORG @seiu.org · 4d
Today, unjust charges were filed against SEIU USWW President David Huerta, arrested while peacefully exercising his constitutional rights at an LA ICE raid.

SEIU members will not be silenced when our communities and rights are under attack.

Our statement:
www.seiu.org/2025/10/char...
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The Labor Force @thelaborforce.bsky.social · 5d
Read the judge's order here: storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.us... #federalworkers #governmentshutdown

www.cbsnews.com/news/governm...
Judge temporarily blocks Trump administration from firing workers during government shutdown
A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Trump administration from firing workers during the government shutdown, saying the human cost "cannot be tolerated."
www.cbsnews.com
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The Labor Force @thelaborforce.bsky.social · 7d
"It feels terrible" --that's why we're raising funds to help federal workers cover their groceries >>> bit.ly/food4feds

so far, we've been absolutely humbled by the response and number of workers in need of support--please share this post and donate if you can!

www.npr.org/2025/10/11/n...
"It feels terrible." Federal worker's family tightens their belts as shutdown drags on
With no end in sight to the funding standoff, financial anxiety is growing. One single mom in Colorado raided her retirement savings to get through the shutdown.
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RebelFema @rebelfema.altgov.info · 7d
This FRIDAY come out & support #FEMA at our solidarity rally. Let’s send a message, hands off FEMA & more importantly support our FEMA workers who are tired & want to do their jobs effectively.

#FederalWorkers #ProtectTheMission #WeServeThePeople #Solidarity #StandUpTogether #WeShowUp #FEMARally
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The Labor Force @thelaborforce.bsky.social · 7d
www.npr.org/2025/10/10/n...
Social Security workers say the shutdown has them unable to help with benefit letters
Employees at Social Security field offices say the government shutdown has left them unable to carry out an important service: help recipients with benefit verification letters.
www.npr.org
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The Labor Force @thelaborforce.bsky.social · 12d
Spread the word: we are raising funds for grocery cards for federal workers. 100% of funds go to grocery cards. Contribute here: bit.ly/food4feds
Today, federal workers are missing their first paycheck since the shutdown began. Stand in solidarity with federal workers: pitch in toward their groceries this week!
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National Labor Relations Board Union @nlrbu.bsky.social · 13d
The Senate held a hearing yesterday on the topic of Labor Law Reform. Some witnesses testified in favor of a bill that proposes to make first contracts easier to reach between unions and employers.

But hovering over this hearing was the NLRB and its staffing and funding crises.
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The Labor Force @thelaborforce.bsky.social · 14d
And that's why Prime Day is the perfect time to stop clicking "add to cart" and support the workers organizing Amazon instead... bit.ly/primetimetoo...
rbreich.bsky.social Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 14d
Your Prime Day reminder that Amazon...

-Provides cloud services that help fuel ICE's deportation machine
-Donated $1 million to Trump's inauguration fund
-Scrapped plans to display tariff costs after pressure from Trump
-Shelled out $40M for a documentary about Melania Trump
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The Labor Force @thelaborforce.bsky.social · 16d
It’s Day 6 of the shutdown and federal workers are fighting back against the Trump administration’s plans for illegal mass firings. If you can, contribute to the Federal Worker Defense Fund. Contribute and learn more here >>> bit.ly/fedsfightback
Text reads: Federal Workers Are Fighting Back: Here's how you can help. Hands hold a sign that says "Stand, Unite, Fight"
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Lore Feral @loreferal.bsky.social · 16d
The raccoon pop didn’t survive DoorDash but made it to the goldenrods 🌾💛
@thelaborforce.bsky.social is protesting a bill hurting working people—act now before it melts away.

actionnetwork.org/letters/tell...

#Starbucks #CakePop #RaccoonPop #Goldenrod #InequalityMedia
#EconomicJustice #NatureShot
A hand holds a gray raccoon-shaped cake pop with smudged chocolate details in front of a sunny field of tall golden grass and yellow wildflowers.
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Nick Dearden @nickdearden.bsky.social · 19d
Thousands and thousands marching through Rome right now to say: Hands off the Flotilla. A whole day of action and general strike tomorrow.
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The Labor Force @thelaborforce.bsky.social · 20d
no apologies needed, we are here for your venting!
altnps.bsky.social Alt National Park Service @altnps.bsky.social · 21d
Our apologies for venting so much, things have just gotten absolutely ridiculous.
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Kat Abughazaleh @katmabu.bsky.social · 27d
Starbucks unions are practicing picketing as the company abuses its workers and denies them a fair contract.

This is your reminder to not cross a picket line and support workers!

NO CONTRACT, NO COFFEE.
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The Labor Force @thelaborforce.bsky.social · 28d
and if you have to strike, we'll be standing with you!
sbworkersunited.org Starbucks Workers United @sbworkersunited.org · 29d
BREAKING: Starbucks workers in Seattle are participating in a practice picket outside of the Starbucks Roastery, the company's flagship store.

Starbucks is still failing to finalize fair union contracts. Baristas don't want to strike... but if they have to, they're ready. ✊🔥
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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · Sep 22
Remember: The GOP’s nonsensical culture wars are meant to distract you from corporate corruption and plunder. [Cartoon by Jace Avery]
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The Labor Force @thelaborforce.bsky.social · Sep 22
www.huffpost.com/entry/starbu...
Starbucks, Union Approach 4-Year Mark Without A Contract
Progressive groups say they’ll stand with baristas on the picket line if CEO Brian Niccol doesn’t reach an agreement.
www.huffpost.com
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Amanda Weaver @amandaweavernovels.com · Sep 18
Joint statement from Hollywood labor unions (including my parent union, IATSE)
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The Labor Force @thelaborforce.bsky.social · Sep 9
www.nlrbedge.com/p/09092025-t...
09/09/2025: Trader Joe's Refusal to Bargain Violated NLRA
Interesting polling location problem for weed dispensaries in MA.
www.nlrbedge.com
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The Labor Force @thelaborforce.bsky.social · Sep 8
Tough times when you can't park your yacht...or its "support yacht" supercarblondie.com/jeff-bezos-s...
Jeff Bezos' $500M superyacht, Koru, is so colossal it's too big for ports and must dock next to oil tankers
Koru, the $500 million superyacht owned by Jeff Bezos, is too large for most ports and his other yacht, Abeona, is also too big
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The Labor Force @thelaborforce.bsky.social · Sep 5
"Management can tear up the collective bargaining agreement, but it cannot get rid of the collective identity of workers"

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What It Means When Federal Union Contracts Disappear
Deteriorating services, moms forced back from maternity leave, and more as federal workers lose formal union protections.
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UAW @uaw.org · Sep 3
"Building a labor law that actually enables workers to form unions requires a lot more than tinkering with the existing systems."

www.msnbc.com/opinion/msnb...
Opinion | Unions are as popular as ever. Our labor laws haven't caught up yet.
Building a labor law that actually enables workers to form unions requires a lot more than tinkering with the existing systems.
www.msnbc.com
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The Labor Force @thelaborforce.bsky.social · Sep 4
www.hamiltonnolan.com/p/all-the-th...
All the Things That You Need a Billion Dollars to Buy Are Bad
One way to think about inequality.
www.hamiltonnolan.com
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More Perfect Union @moreperfectunion.bsky.social · Aug 25
We'll have video coverage coming soon, be sure to follow @moreperfectunion.bsky.social for updates on this developing story.
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The Labor Force @thelaborforce.bsky.social · Aug 26
On 7/31, baristas at 4 Blue Bottle cafés in CA voted to unionize. Since then, Blue Bottle fired two baristas, including Taylor. Taylor’s coworkers believe the reason he was fired was simple: Taylor played a pivotal role in the campaign. Give to his GFM here: www.gofundme.com/f/support-ta...