Minnesota AFL-CIO
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The state federation of labor representing over 300,000 members of more than 1,000 MN Local Unions.
Our statement on reports the DOJ is investigating Governor Walz & Mayor Frey aflcio.mn/3Nnzl1v
Statement on reports the DOJ is investigating Governor Walz & Mayor Frey
In response to reports the Department of Justice is investigating Governor Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, Minnesota AFL-CIO President Bernie Burnham made the following statement:“Instead…
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January 17, 2026 at 2:21 AM
Our statement on reports the DOJ is investigating Governor Walz & Mayor Frey aflcio.mn/3Nnzl1v
Trump "has pursued an agenda that undercuts incomes for all but the wealthiest households, slows job growth, and invites employer exploitation and abuse...that make him the biggest union buster in U.S. history." aflcio.mn/4qnzl0f
REPORT: 47 ways Trump has made life less affordable in the last year
In the first year of his second term, President Trump has actively made life less affordable for working people. Affordability has two sides—prices and pay. While public debate fixates on rising…
www.epi.org
January 14, 2026 at 6:06 PM
Trump "has pursued an agenda that undercuts incomes for all but the wealthiest households, slows job growth, and invites employer exploitation and abuse...that make him the biggest union buster in U.S. history." aflcio.mn/4qnzl0f
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Immigrants are America’s workers, vital to the fabric of our communities, our economy and our labor movement.
These harmful, violent federal government actions must end. ICE must immediately stop these dangerous operations and leave our communities and workplaces.
These harmful, violent federal government actions must end. ICE must immediately stop these dangerous operations and leave our communities and workplaces.
January 12, 2026 at 10:50 PM
Immigrants are America’s workers, vital to the fabric of our communities, our economy and our labor movement.
These harmful, violent federal government actions must end. ICE must immediately stop these dangerous operations and leave our communities and workplaces.
These harmful, violent federal government actions must end. ICE must immediately stop these dangerous operations and leave our communities and workplaces.
We’re inviting all union members in MN to a virtual convening to learn how we can nonviolently push back against growing authoritarianism & keep our communities safe. aflcio.mn/4svmiLH
Minnesota Labor Convening for Democracy & Justice
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January 10, 2026 at 8:30 PM
We’re inviting all union members in MN to a virtual convening to learn how we can nonviolently push back against growing authoritarianism & keep our communities safe. aflcio.mn/4svmiLH
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I invite all Americans to join Minnesota in a day of unity tomorrow.
January 9, 2026 at 12:15 AM
I invite all Americans to join Minnesota in a day of unity tomorrow.
We are stronger together! The Minnesota AFL-CIO staff are in solidarity today with all the @educationmn.bsky.social Locals still fighting for a fair contract. #UnitedWeWin #NewYearNoContract
January 8, 2026 at 3:50 PM
We are stronger together! The Minnesota AFL-CIO staff are in solidarity today with all the @educationmn.bsky.social Locals still fighting for a fair contract. #UnitedWeWin #NewYearNoContract
"This is not immigration enforcement nor is it law enforcement. This is the kind of behavior we expect from a dangerous and authoritarian regime, not the United States of America. aflcio.mn/49szSXl
Statement on Minneapolis ICE killing
Minnesota AFL-CIO President Bernie Burnham made the following statement in response to the killing of an unarmed woman at the hands of an ICE agent in Minneapolis this morning:“Minnesota’s Labor…
mnaflcio.org
January 7, 2026 at 9:36 PM
"This is not immigration enforcement nor is it law enforcement. This is the kind of behavior we expect from a dangerous and authoritarian regime, not the United States of America. aflcio.mn/49szSXl
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My public safety team is working to gather information on an ICE related shooting this morning.
We will share information as we learn more. In the meantime, I ask folks to remain calm.
We will share information as we learn more. In the meantime, I ask folks to remain calm.
January 7, 2026 at 4:46 PM
My public safety team is working to gather information on an ICE related shooting this morning.
We will share information as we learn more. In the meantime, I ask folks to remain calm.
We will share information as we learn more. In the meantime, I ask folks to remain calm.
Today, we can proudly say that Minnesota is once again one of the best states for working people, and Governor Walz’s work is a major reason why. aflcio.mn/49oJUZo
Thank You, Governor Walz
In response to Governor Tim Walz’s announcement that he will not seek a third term, Minnesota AFL-CIO President Bernie Burnham made the following statement:“Tim Walz’s time as Governor has been…
mnaflcio.org
January 5, 2026 at 8:46 PM
Today, we can proudly say that Minnesota is once again one of the best states for working people, and Governor Walz’s work is a major reason why. aflcio.mn/49oJUZo
ICE abducted two members of CWA Local 7304 at their workplace, New Flyer in St Cloud. Both men had come to the US from Laos legally as small children and had worked at New Flyer for over 20 years.
AN INJURY TO ONE IS AN INJURY TO ALL - Two CWA Members Abducted at Work by ICE in St Cloud, MN
Communications Workers of America Local 7250, CWA, Labor Union
www.cwa7250.org
December 19, 2025 at 10:32 PM
ICE abducted two members of CWA Local 7304 at their workplace, New Flyer in St Cloud. Both men had come to the US from Laos legally as small children and had worked at New Flyer for over 20 years.
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An immigrant doesn’t stand between you and a good job.
A billionaire does.
A billionaire does.
December 18, 2025 at 2:20 AM
An immigrant doesn’t stand between you and a good job.
A billionaire does.
A billionaire does.
Congratulations to both our Labor-endorsed candidates who won their primaries, Meg Lugar-Nikolai in District 64A and Shelley Buck in District 47A! mnleg #BetterInAUnion #LaborEndorsed
December 17, 2025 at 4:41 PM
Congratulations to both our Labor-endorsed candidates who won their primaries, Meg Lugar-Nikolai in District 64A and Shelley Buck in District 47A! mnleg #BetterInAUnion #LaborEndorsed
A reminder that today is Primary Election Day in #mnleg districts 64A and 47A. Support your Labor-endorsed candidates!
For the December 16th State House Special Primary Elections, the Minnesota AFL-CIO is proud to endorse union member Meg Lugar-Nikolai in District 64A and Shelley Buck in District 47A! #mnleg #BetterInAUnion #LaborEndorsed
December 16, 2025 at 3:23 PM
A reminder that today is Primary Election Day in #mnleg districts 64A and 47A. Support your Labor-endorsed candidates!
Local 17’s previous contract with HMS Host expired in December 2024, but union members stuck to their economic demands as bargaining dragged on for over 12 months. #BetterInAUnion
Hospitality workers at MSP make gains after holiday strike threat
Travelers passing through Minneapolis-St. Paul International this holiday season can congratulate the airport’s food service-workers on a new union contract.
aflcio.mn
December 15, 2025 at 8:45 PM
Local 17’s previous contract with HMS Host expired in December 2024, but union members stuck to their economic demands as bargaining dragged on for over 12 months. #BetterInAUnion
Thank you, Alan for your leadership of the Northeast Area Labor Council!
Statement on Alan Netland’s retirement as President of the Northeast Area Labor Council
Minnesota AFL-CIO President Bernie Burnham made the following statement on the retirement of Northeast Area Labor Council President Alan Netland:“On behalf of Minnesota’s entire Labor Movement, I…
aflcio.mn
December 12, 2025 at 10:23 PM
Thank you, Alan for your leadership of the Northeast Area Labor Council!
The organizing victory restores the number of Minnesota locations where workers have formed unions with Starbucks Workers United (SWU) to 14. Starbucks abruptly closed a unionized store at 300 Snelling Ave. S in September, giving workers just two days’ notice." #BetterInAUnion aflcio.mn/4s8YwVA
Still on strike, Starbucks union gains strength with organizing win in St. Paul
Striking baristas at three Twin Cities locations plan to rally Dec. 20 at 2305 Fairview Avenue in Roseville.
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December 12, 2025 at 5:24 PM
The organizing victory restores the number of Minnesota locations where workers have formed unions with Starbucks Workers United (SWU) to 14. Starbucks abruptly closed a unionized store at 300 Snelling Ave. S in September, giving workers just two days’ notice." #BetterInAUnion aflcio.mn/4s8YwVA
Thank you to @repangiecraig.bsky.social, @kellymorrisonmn.bsky.social, @mccollum.house.gov, @repilhan.bsky.social, and Rep. Pete Stauber for standing with federal workers and their right to a union! aflcio.mn/48Ew9Fy
Labor Movement Delivers Bipartisan Victory as House Passes Bill to Restore Federal Workers’ Union Rights | AFL-CIO
Republicans and Democrats Successfully Use Discharge Petition for Vote to Overturn Trump Executive Order
aflcio.org
December 11, 2025 at 10:28 PM
Thank you to @repangiecraig.bsky.social, @kellymorrisonmn.bsky.social, @mccollum.house.gov, @repilhan.bsky.social, and Rep. Pete Stauber for standing with federal workers and their right to a union! aflcio.mn/48Ew9Fy
It’s extremely rare that we endorse Legislative candidates this early, but Robyn Gulley has more than earned our endorsement for Senate District 65.
She is graduate of and trainer for the Minnesota AFL-CIO’s Union Member Candidate Program and served as our Education Director
She is graduate of and trainer for the Minnesota AFL-CIO’s Union Member Candidate Program and served as our Education Director
December 10, 2025 at 4:51 PM
It’s extremely rare that we endorse Legislative candidates this early, but Robyn Gulley has more than earned our endorsement for Senate District 65.
She is graduate of and trainer for the Minnesota AFL-CIO’s Union Member Candidate Program and served as our Education Director
She is graduate of and trainer for the Minnesota AFL-CIO’s Union Member Candidate Program and served as our Education Director
"In a time when so many employers are fighting unions, CE Print & Promo chose a different path. They showed that accountability and compassion can go hand in hand – and that doing right by your people is just good business." #BetterInAUnion
Responsible contracting, union organizing are good for business – just ask this local printer
In a time when so many employers are fighting unions, CE Print & Promo chose a different path. They showed that accountability and compassion can go hand in hand – and that doing right by your …
aflcio.mn
December 8, 2025 at 5:13 PM
"In a time when so many employers are fighting unions, CE Print & Promo chose a different path. They showed that accountability and compassion can go hand in hand – and that doing right by your people is just good business." #BetterInAUnion
For the December 16th State House Special Primary Elections, the Minnesota AFL-CIO is proud to endorse union member Meg Lugar-Nikolai in District 64A and Shelley Buck in District 47A! #mnleg #BetterInAUnion #LaborEndorsed
December 5, 2025 at 4:41 PM
For the December 16th State House Special Primary Elections, the Minnesota AFL-CIO is proud to endorse union member Meg Lugar-Nikolai in District 64A and Shelley Buck in District 47A! #mnleg #BetterInAUnion #LaborEndorsed
According to a report by the AFL-CIO, Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol made 6,666 times more money than the average Starbucks worker in 2024. (via
@workdaymagazine.bsky.social)
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“It Restores My Faith in Humanity”: Why Minnesota Workers Are Joining the Starbucks Strike
Minnesota workers rally in support of striking baristas.
aflcio.mn
December 4, 2025 at 5:37 PM
According to a report by the AFL-CIO, Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol made 6,666 times more money than the average Starbucks worker in 2024. (via
@workdaymagazine.bsky.social)
@workdaymagazine.bsky.social)
"In the Labor Movement, an injury to one is an injury to all. By vilifying our Somali American co-workers and neighbors and threatening military-style raids in Minnesota’s communities, President Trump is attacking our state’s entire Labor Movement." aflcio.mn/49VgXGv
We refuse to let Trump break our solidarity
Minnesota AFL-CIO President Bernie Burnham made the following statement in response to President Trump’s threats to Minnesota’s Somali American community:“In the Labor Movement, an injury to one is…
aflcio.mn
December 3, 2025 at 6:16 PM
"In the Labor Movement, an injury to one is an injury to all. By vilifying our Somali American co-workers and neighbors and threatening military-style raids in Minnesota’s communities, President Trump is attacking our state’s entire Labor Movement." aflcio.mn/49VgXGv
Paid leave grants Minnesota workers up to 12 weeks of family leave and 12 weeks of medical leave per year, capped at 20 weeks in a single year. Employers and workers will pay into a fund through a payroll tax, and wages are determined by a wage-based formula.
Minnesota paid leave launches in one month. Here’s what you need to know. • Minnesota Reformer
Minnesota on Jan. 1 will become the 13th state to launch its own state-run paid family and medical leave program. Paid leave grants Minnesota workers up to 12 weeks of family leave and 12 weeks of…
aflcio.mn
December 3, 2025 at 5:08 PM
Paid leave grants Minnesota workers up to 12 weeks of family leave and 12 weeks of medical leave per year, capped at 20 weeks in a single year. Employers and workers will pay into a fund through a payroll tax, and wages are determined by a wage-based formula.
Thank you to all the workers keeping our roads clear! #BetterInAUnion
November 26, 2025 at 5:06 PM
Thank you to all the workers keeping our roads clear! #BetterInAUnion
By popular demand, we're co-sponsoring another nonviolent direct action training on Dec. 7. Whether you have never joined a direct action, or you've planned one, this hands-on training is for you.
Nonviolent Direct Action Training
While ICE continues to target our immigrant neighbors, and cities across the country are being occupied by National Guard troops, Minnesotans must step into our shared values of courage, care, and…
aflcio.mn
November 25, 2025 at 5:07 PM
By popular demand, we're co-sponsoring another nonviolent direct action training on Dec. 7. Whether you have never joined a direct action, or you've planned one, this hands-on training is for you.