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NYC Central Labor Council, AFL-CIO @nyclabor.bsky.social · 1d

Make sure you’re registered to vote before the Oct 25 deadline. You don’t even have to go outside.

Go to e-register.vote.nyc to get yourself #VoteReady.

#NYCLaborVotes

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Zohran Kwame Mamdani @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social · 16h

"For too long, our leaders have forgotten New Yorkers with disabilities. We have been failed by those with their own agendas, those who care only about holding on to power to remain relevant and serve their own egos." - Quemuel Arroyo

Quemuel Arroyo, in a wheelchair holding a microphone, on stage with "Our Time Has Come" projected behind him.

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Zohran Kwame Mamdani @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social · 16h

"We have an economy where a handful of modern-day robber barons wield extraordinary power. They hold enormous control over our paychecks, our bills, our time, and our futures.

...But the good news is that nothing about any of this is inevitable." - Lina Khan

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Zohran Kwame Mamdani @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social · 16h

“On November 4th, we can build a city where every child can afford to stay, where every worker can thrive, and where government serves the people — not the powerful.” - Rep. Nydia Velázquez

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Zohran Kwame Mamdani @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social · 14h

"Courage is resistance to fear."

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NYC Central Labor Council, AFL-CIO @nyclabor.bsky.social · 1d

UnLocal United, the newest chapter of ALAA – UAW 2325, is seeking immediate support.

Read: nycclc.org/news/take-ac...

Take Action: Workers at Manhattan Immigration Legal Services Provider Demand Voluntary Recognition

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NYC Central Labor Council, AFL-CIO @nyclabor.bsky.social · 1d

Make sure you’re registered to vote before the Oct 25 deadline. You don’t even have to go outside.

Go to e-register.vote.nyc to get yourself #VoteReady.

#NYCLaborVotes

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AFL-CIO @aflcio.org · 1d

Indigenous Peoples’ Day is a time to celebrate those who first called this land home.

America’s unions recognize the struggles and tragedies they have endured, and we honor the many indigenous communities and cultures that have contributed to the story of our labor movement.

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NYC Central Labor Council, AFL-CIO @nyclabor.bsky.social · 1d

NYC stands firmly in support of our Attorney General Letitia James. An injury to one is an injury to all.

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NYC Central Labor Council, AFL-CIO @nyclabor.bsky.social · 3d

Next Saturday, October 18, 11:00 AM: Join the Labor Delegation for a NO KINGS march. We’ll start at Canal Street and Sixth Avenue, marching North to meet the NO KINGS march at 14th Street. Get involved.

www.mobilize.us/mobilize/eve...

NO KINGS RALLY: Labor Delegation.
Saturday, October 18, 11am-1pm
Duarte Square (Sixth Avenue at Canal Street in Manhattan)

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NYC Central Labor Council, AFL-CIO @nyclabor.bsky.social · 1d

Take Action: Stand United with AFM Local 802 and Actors’ Equity for a Healthier Broadway

Add your name to call for fair contracts for the people who make Broadway possible: actionnetwork.org/petitions/st...

United for a healthy Broadway. Local 802 AFM, Actors’ Equity Association

NYC Central Labor Council, AFL-CIO @nyclabor.bsky.social · 2d

As part of the Governor’s FY26 Enacted Budget, the State invested nearly $7 billion to pay off the federal UI Trust Fund loan, and bring the fund to solvency and increase the maximum weekly benefit from $504 to $869.

Read: nycclc.org/news/governo...

Governor Hochul and Labor Leaders Announce Maximum Weekly Benefit Increase for Unemployed Workers

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NYC Central Labor Council, AFL-CIO @nyclabor.bsky.social · 2d

In a show of solidarity, nearly 50 union workers, including Kickstarter United, rallied Tuesday with Elected Officials and labor allies outside of Kickstarter Board Member and Investor Fred Wilson's venture capitalist firm, Union Square Ventures.

Read: nycclc.org/news/kicksta...

Kickstarter United NYC-OPEIU 153, Elected Officials & Labor Leaders Hold Strike Rally

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AFL-CIO @aflcio.org · 3d

Workers are already struggling to make ends meet because of rising costs. Letting the ACA tax credits expire would blow up families’ budgets.

We shouldn’t be forced to choose rent or health insurance. Congress must fix the health care crisis NOW.

Brace for the largest-ever spike in health insurance premiums

The GOP's backdoor plan to gut Obamacare: Kill the tax credits.

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NYC Central Labor Council, AFL-CIO @nyclabor.bsky.social · 3d

Next Saturday, October 18, 11:00 AM: Join the Labor Delegation for a NO KINGS march. We’ll start at Canal Street and Sixth Avenue, marching North to meet the NO KINGS march at 14th Street. Get involved.

www.mobilize.us/mobilize/eve...

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AFL-CIO @aflcio.org · 3d

We won't stand for this administration using hardworking Americans as pawns in a political game.

America’s unions will see you in court, President Trump. aflcio.org/press/releas...

AFL-CIO: America’s Unions Take Trump to Court Over Illegal Firing of Federal Workers.

AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler issued the following statement after the Trump administration illegally fired federal workers after shutting down the government to avoid fixing the health care crisis:

“Donald Trump shut down the government, choosing to lock workers out of their jobs instead of doing his. As millions of workers miss paychecks and Americans open letters saying their health care costs are skyrocketing, the Trump administration is creating even more pain and chaos by moving to illegally fire thousands of federal workers today. We won’t stand for this administration using hardworking Americans as pawns in a political game.

“America's unions will see him in court.”

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NYC Central Labor Council, AFL-CIO @nyclabor.bsky.social · 4d

Today at 5:30 in Foley Square. Join the NYC Labor Movement and allies from across the City to stand in support of NY State Attorney General Tish James. An attack on one of us is an attack on all of us.

Solidarity Rally: Hands Off Tish James
Friday, 10/10, 5:30 PM in Foley Square

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NYC Central Labor Council, AFL-CIO @nyclabor.bsky.social · 4d

The NYC labor movement stands with @newyorkstateag.bsky.social. Her courage, integrity, and commitment to justice have never once wavered. This is not just an attack on her, but on our very democracy itself. Working people know what’s at stake and we stand firmly with her.

New York Attorney General Letitia James @newyorkstateag.bsky.social · 4d

This is nothing more than a continuation of the president’s desperate weaponization of our justice system.

I am not fearful — I am fearless.

We will fight these baseless charges aggressively, and my office will continue to fiercely protect New Yorkers and their rights..

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New York Attorney General Letitia James @newyorkstateag.bsky.social · 4d

This is nothing more than a continuation of the president’s desperate weaponization of our justice system.

I am not fearful — I am fearless.

We will fight these baseless charges aggressively, and my office will continue to fiercely protect New Yorkers and their rights..

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NYC Central Labor Council, AFL-CIO @nyclabor.bsky.social · 4d

It's International Beer & Pizza Day! Grab yourself a couple of slices from your favorite joint, and pair 'em with an ice cold #UnionMade beer. You can thank me later.

🔗 aflcio.org/Beer-Wine

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New York State AFL-CIO @nysaflcio.bsky.social · 5d

We are in the second week of a government shutdown, with no end in sight. On the latest episode of the #UnionStrong podcast, the President of the NYS AFL-CIO discusses how this shutdown will affect working people and what we can do moving forward. Listen wherever you get your podcasts or watch:

Union Strong Podcast: The Shutdown

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NYC Central Labor Council, AFL-CIO @nyclabor.bsky.social · 4d

Stand united for a fair contract for workers on Broadway.

Add your name to tell The Broadway League that you support the workers who make Broadway possible!

actionnetwork.org/petitions/st...

Stand United for a Healthier Broadway

If you love going to the theatre, then you're familiar with the "the show must go on" mentality that has persisted within the theatre industry. For generations, that phrase has been a plucky,…

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The New York Times @nytimes.com · 6d

Broadway is facing a possible strike this fall as two of its major labor unions — the one representing actors and stage managers and the one representing musicians — are simultaneously in negotiations for new contracts. Here's what to know.

Broadway Could Face a Strike This Fall. Here’s What to Know.

The Broadway League and unions representing actors, stage managers and musicians are trying to negotiate new contracts, but workers are increasingly frustrated.

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AFL-CIO @aflcio.org · 5d

Nobody can afford this government shutdown.

Fund the government.
Fix the health care crisis.
Put working people first.

Tell Congress NOW: act.aflcio.org/call_campaig...

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AFL-CIO @aflcio.org · 5d

All Latina workers earn $0.54 for every dollar a white, non-Hispanic man makes.

Working 10 extra months to make what others did last year is unacceptable. America’s unions are fighting for a more just economy, and a union contract is how we close the wage gap.

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