Connecticut AFL-CIO
@ctaflcio.bsky.social
The voice of working people in Connecticut's unions. Fighting for an inclusive economy that lifts wages and creates a better life for all.
Holiday shopping? Find that perfect gift that carries a union label and is made in America!
And if you're shipping any gifts this year, make sure to ship using a union carrier like the U.S. Postal Service or UPS.
go.aflcio.org/gifts
#unionmade #MadeInUSA #solidarity
And if you're shipping any gifts this year, make sure to ship using a union carrier like the U.S. Postal Service or UPS.
go.aflcio.org/gifts
#unionmade #MadeInUSA #solidarity
December 9, 2025 at 9:50 PM
Holiday shopping? Find that perfect gift that carries a union label and is made in America!
And if you're shipping any gifts this year, make sure to ship using a union carrier like the U.S. Postal Service or UPS.
go.aflcio.org/gifts
#unionmade #MadeInUSA #solidarity
And if you're shipping any gifts this year, make sure to ship using a union carrier like the U.S. Postal Service or UPS.
go.aflcio.org/gifts
#unionmade #MadeInUSA #solidarity
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Empowering the staff who keep their students safe with a voice on the job; our #NorwalkEdPersonnel were recently recognized by the @ctaflcio.bsky.social for growing their membership by organizing the district’s cafeteria and recess monitors. #UnionYES @aft.org @psrp-aft.bsky.social @aflcio.org
December 9, 2025 at 9:30 PM
Empowering the staff who keep their students safe with a voice on the job; our #NorwalkEdPersonnel were recently recognized by the @ctaflcio.bsky.social for growing their membership by organizing the district’s cafeteria and recess monitors. #UnionYES @aft.org @psrp-aft.bsky.social @aflcio.org
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Tapping their superpower to secure #RealSolutions; the accrued gains & benefits of 2 successive #union contract victories are featured in our latest collective bargaining wins report: aftct.org/2025/10/31/l... #UnionYES @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social @aflcio.org @ctaflcio.bsky.social
December 4, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Tapping their superpower to secure #RealSolutions; the accrued gains & benefits of 2 successive #union contract victories are featured in our latest collective bargaining wins report: aftct.org/2025/10/31/l... #UnionYES @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social @aflcio.org @ctaflcio.bsky.social
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RELEASE: NewsGuild journalists are sounding the alarm – media companies are undermining public trust with unethical AI in the newsroom.
Today, we launch #NewsNotSlop, a national campaign kicking off a Week of Action on AI, December 1–5.
newsguild.org/release-stan...
Today, we launch #NewsNotSlop, a national campaign kicking off a Week of Action on AI, December 1–5.
newsguild.org/release-stan...
RELEASE: STANDING UP TO PROTECT JOURNALISM FROM AI SLOP | The NewsGuild - TNG-CWA
On the heels of a ground-breaking arbitration win at POLITICO, NewsGuild-CWA members launch national campaign and week of action on AI.
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December 1, 2025 at 5:44 PM
RELEASE: NewsGuild journalists are sounding the alarm – media companies are undermining public trust with unethical AI in the newsroom.
Today, we launch #NewsNotSlop, a national campaign kicking off a Week of Action on AI, December 1–5.
newsguild.org/release-stan...
Today, we launch #NewsNotSlop, a national campaign kicking off a Week of Action on AI, December 1–5.
newsguild.org/release-stan...
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Securing a 3-yr agreement to #RaiseTheWage & access affordable healthcare; last night our #SchoolNurse professionals’ recently ratified first-ever #union contract was approved by #MeridenCT officials. #UnionYES @aft.org @afthealthcare.bsky.social @aflcio.org @ctaflcio.bsky.social
November 25, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Securing a 3-yr agreement to #RaiseTheWage & access affordable healthcare; last night our #SchoolNurse professionals’ recently ratified first-ever #union contract was approved by #MeridenCT officials. #UnionYES @aft.org @afthealthcare.bsky.social @aflcio.org @ctaflcio.bsky.social
If Starbucks baristas have to strike, we're striking too — with our wallets.
DON'T SHOP AT STARBUCKS if baristas are on strike. No contract, no coffee. Period. #NoContractNoCoffee
DON'T SHOP AT STARBUCKS if baristas are on strike. No contract, no coffee. Period. #NoContractNoCoffee
November 13, 2025 at 2:47 PM
If Starbucks baristas have to strike, we're striking too — with our wallets.
DON'T SHOP AT STARBUCKS if baristas are on strike. No contract, no coffee. Period. #NoContractNoCoffee
DON'T SHOP AT STARBUCKS if baristas are on strike. No contract, no coffee. Period. #NoContractNoCoffee
On #VeteransDay, it's important to take a moment to reflect on the service and sacrifices made by all of our veterans. And we are proud to announce a new initiative to honor them in Connecticut.
Today, we are excited to unveil the launch of the Union Veterans Council of CT!
Today, we are excited to unveil the launch of the Union Veterans Council of CT!
November 11, 2025 at 10:29 PM
On #VeteransDay, it's important to take a moment to reflect on the service and sacrifices made by all of our veterans. And we are proud to announce a new initiative to honor them in Connecticut.
Today, we are excited to unveil the launch of the Union Veterans Council of CT!
Today, we are excited to unveil the launch of the Union Veterans Council of CT!
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Putting the 'fun' in convention work; #AFTCT delegates showed how even voting for our allotted @ctaflcio.bsky.social exec bd reps can be a good time. #CTLabor25 @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social @afthighered.bsky.social @psrp-aft.bsky.social @afthealthcare.bsky.social @aaup.org @aflcio.org
November 8, 2025 at 1:08 AM
Putting the 'fun' in convention work; #AFTCT delegates showed how even voting for our allotted @ctaflcio.bsky.social exec bd reps can be a good time. #CTLabor25 @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social @afthighered.bsky.social @psrp-aft.bsky.social @afthealthcare.bsky.social @aaup.org @aflcio.org
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And that’s a wrap! See you next year @ctaflcio.bsky.social ! Thanks for the photos @aftct.bsky.social ! #unionyes #nhft933
November 7, 2025 at 10:35 PM
And that’s a wrap! See you next year @ctaflcio.bsky.social ! Thanks for the photos @aftct.bsky.social ! #unionyes #nhft933
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Happening now: local #union leaders join labor siblings for @ctaflcio.bsky.social #CTLabor25 convention; ready for 2 days aimed at growing our movement! #UnionYES @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social @afthighered.bsky.social @psrp-aft.bsky.social @afthealthcare.bsky.social @aaup.org @aflcio.org
November 6, 2025 at 3:34 PM
Happening now: local #union leaders join labor siblings for @ctaflcio.bsky.social #CTLabor25 convention; ready for 2 days aimed at growing our movement! #UnionYES @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social @afthighered.bsky.social @psrp-aft.bsky.social @afthealthcare.bsky.social @aaup.org @aflcio.org
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Hearing from the @ctaflcio.bsky.social CT-AFLCIO #CTLabor25 convention keynote speaker, CT AG William Tong who reminds us, “We WILL win this battle… we will NOT be bullied & we will NOT be intimidated!” #unionyes #NHFT933 @aftct.bsky.social
November 6, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Hearing from the @ctaflcio.bsky.social CT-AFLCIO #CTLabor25 convention keynote speaker, CT AG William Tong who reminds us, “We WILL win this battle… we will NOT be bullied & we will NOT be intimidated!” #unionyes #NHFT933 @aftct.bsky.social
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While at the @ctaflcio.bsky.social #CTLabor25 convention, Ed Wytkind, @aflcio.org Technology Institute Ex Director reminds us that Labor should ALWAYS be at the table when the future of AI is being discussed! #unionyes @aftct.bsky.social #NHFT933
November 6, 2025 at 4:53 PM
While at the @ctaflcio.bsky.social #CTLabor25 convention, Ed Wytkind, @aflcio.org Technology Institute Ex Director reminds us that Labor should ALWAYS be at the table when the future of AI is being discussed! #unionyes @aftct.bsky.social #NHFT933
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Sticking together to take on challenges & win big. Our #SalemTeachers’ recently ratified 3-yr #union contract to #RaiseTheWage, boost stipends & improve #PaidLeave flexibility was approved last night by the BOE. #UnionYES @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social @aflcio.org @ctaflcio.bsky.social
November 4, 2025 at 9:30 PM
Sticking together to take on challenges & win big. Our #SalemTeachers’ recently ratified 3-yr #union contract to #RaiseTheWage, boost stipends & improve #PaidLeave flexibility was approved last night by the BOE. #UnionYES @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social @aflcio.org @ctaflcio.bsky.social
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Happening now: CT chapter of @retiredams.bsky.social honors #AFTCT prez Jan Hochadel for her tireless commitment to #RetirementSecurity & #RepealTheSteal activists for success in restoring #SocialSecurity fairness. @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social @aflcio.org @ctaflcio.bsky.social
October 27, 2025 at 5:52 PM
Happening now: CT chapter of @retiredams.bsky.social honors #AFTCT prez Jan Hochadel for her tireless commitment to #RetirementSecurity & #RepealTheSteal activists for success in restoring #SocialSecurity fairness. @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social @aflcio.org @ctaflcio.bsky.social
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Happening now: #union leaders join Comptroller @seanscanlonct.bsky.social to announce #paraprofessionals’ healthcare subsidy to continue thru '26. #FundOurFutureCT @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social @psrp-aft.bsky.social @aflcio.org @ctaflcio.bsky.social @council4.bsky.social @cseaseiu2001.bsky.social
October 23, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Happening now: #union leaders join Comptroller @seanscanlonct.bsky.social to announce #paraprofessionals’ healthcare subsidy to continue thru '26. #FundOurFutureCT @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social @psrp-aft.bsky.social @aflcio.org @ctaflcio.bsky.social @council4.bsky.social @cseaseiu2001.bsky.social
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Securing #RealSolutions; last night our #NewtownTeachers’ recently ratified 3-yr agreement to #RaiseTheWage for all, smooth out increases for veterans & fix workday issues for elementary educators was adopted by BOE. #UnionYES @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social @aflcio.org @ctaflcio.bsky.social
October 22, 2025 at 8:55 PM
Securing #RealSolutions; last night our #NewtownTeachers’ recently ratified 3-yr agreement to #RaiseTheWage for all, smooth out increases for veterans & fix workday issues for elementary educators was adopted by BOE. #UnionYES @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social @aflcio.org @ctaflcio.bsky.social
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Pursuing misdemeanor charges against SEIU ISWW & @seiuca.org president David Huerta is a gross abuse of power by this administration. The 15 million members of the AFL-CIO stand shoulder to shoulder with David as he fights for justice. aflcio.org/press/releas...
October 18, 2025 at 12:32 AM
Pursuing misdemeanor charges against SEIU ISWW & @seiuca.org president David Huerta is a gross abuse of power by this administration. The 15 million members of the AFL-CIO stand shoulder to shoulder with David as he fights for justice. aflcio.org/press/releas...
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Blocking concessions and making gains! Last night, our #NewBritain #paraprofessionals' recently ratified three-year agreement to #RaiseTheWage and boost #SpecialEd stipends was approved by the @csdnbct's board of education. #UnionYES @aft.org @psrp-aft.bsky.social @aflcio.org @ctaflcio.bsky.social
October 7, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Blocking concessions and making gains! Last night, our #NewBritain #paraprofessionals' recently ratified three-year agreement to #RaiseTheWage and boost #SpecialEd stipends was approved by the @csdnbct's board of education. #UnionYES @aft.org @psrp-aft.bsky.social @aflcio.org @ctaflcio.bsky.social
No Contract? No Coffee!
Baristas at the Corbin's Corner Starbucks and their community allies held a practice picket to demand management finally settle a fair contract!
While baristas are struggling to make ends meet, the CEO of Starbucks made $96 million last year.
Baristas at the Corbin's Corner Starbucks and their community allies held a practice picket to demand management finally settle a fair contract!
While baristas are struggling to make ends meet, the CEO of Starbucks made $96 million last year.
October 4, 2025 at 5:35 PM
No Contract? No Coffee!
Baristas at the Corbin's Corner Starbucks and their community allies held a practice picket to demand management finally settle a fair contract!
While baristas are struggling to make ends meet, the CEO of Starbucks made $96 million last year.
Baristas at the Corbin's Corner Starbucks and their community allies held a practice picket to demand management finally settle a fair contract!
While baristas are struggling to make ends meet, the CEO of Starbucks made $96 million last year.
Three years. That's how long it's been since the baristas at the Corbin's Corner Starbucks won their union.
But they are all still fighting for a contract! Join them on Saturday for a practice picket and let them know we have their backs!
ctaflcio.org/events/pract...
But they are all still fighting for a contract! Join them on Saturday for a practice picket and let them know we have their backs!
ctaflcio.org/events/pract...
Practice Picket in West Hartford: Starbucks Baristas Demand a Fair Contract
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October 3, 2025 at 6:44 PM
Three years. That's how long it's been since the baristas at the Corbin's Corner Starbucks won their union.
But they are all still fighting for a contract! Join them on Saturday for a practice picket and let them know we have their backs!
ctaflcio.org/events/pract...
But they are all still fighting for a contract! Join them on Saturday for a practice picket and let them know we have their backs!
ctaflcio.org/events/pract...
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Moving admin to #RaiseTheWage, improve conditions & drop a divisive salary tier scheme; this week #MitchellCollegeFaculty members ratified a hard-won 3-yr successor #union contract with #MitchellCollege. #UnionYES @aft.org @afthighered.bsky.social @aflcio.org @ctaflcio.bsky.social
October 3, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Moving admin to #RaiseTheWage, improve conditions & drop a divisive salary tier scheme; this week #MitchellCollegeFaculty members ratified a hard-won 3-yr successor #union contract with #MitchellCollege. #UnionYES @aft.org @afthighered.bsky.social @aflcio.org @ctaflcio.bsky.social
BREAKING: UAW members at Cummins in Bloomfield are on STRIKE!
Instead of negotiating a fair contract, management has interfered with the federal labor rights of its employees by committing multiple unfair labor practice violations during the course of negotiations.
Instead of negotiating a fair contract, management has interfered with the federal labor rights of its employees by committing multiple unfair labor practice violations during the course of negotiations.
October 3, 2025 at 4:35 PM
BREAKING: UAW members at Cummins in Bloomfield are on STRIKE!
Instead of negotiating a fair contract, management has interfered with the federal labor rights of its employees by committing multiple unfair labor practice violations during the course of negotiations.
Instead of negotiating a fair contract, management has interfered with the federal labor rights of its employees by committing multiple unfair labor practice violations during the course of negotiations.
Our message to the Trump administration is clear:
Fund the government. Fix the health care crisis. And put working people first.
#StopTheTrumpShutdown
Fund the government. Fix the health care crisis. And put working people first.
#StopTheTrumpShutdown
October 2, 2025 at 8:18 PM
Our message to the Trump administration is clear:
Fund the government. Fix the health care crisis. And put working people first.
#StopTheTrumpShutdown
Fund the government. Fix the health care crisis. And put working people first.
#StopTheTrumpShutdown