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We’re the state labor federation representing 250,000+ union members. We fight for all Texas workers!

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📢 HUGE TEXAS WORKER WIN: Nurses at St. Joseph hospital in Bryan-College Station, TX just voted to join @nationalnurses.bsky.social!

Nurses say they voted to join the union for safe staffing and improved patient care. Welcome to the labor movement, y’all!
December 10, 2025 at 10:46 PM
Our Texas labor movement is all-in for union brother Taylor Rehmet, who’s in the runoff for Texas Senate District 9!

📢 North Texas union members can make a huge difference in this election. Kick off 2026 by getting involved: www.mobilize.us/txaflcio
December 9, 2025 at 11:29 PM
💪 More than 700 registered nurses in Bryan-College Station are voting this week to join National Nurses United!

CommonSpirit’s St. Joseph Brazos Valley nurses are organizing for the safe staffing, retention, and quality care every patient deserves. Let’s cheer them on to vote #UnionYES!
December 9, 2025 at 3:52 PM
NEW: Applications for the Texas AFL-CIO 2026 High School Scholarship are now open!

Last year, we awarded $1,500 grants to 18 outstanding students. If you’re an affiliated union member with a high school senior, encourage them to apply by Saturday, Jan. 31!

Details: texasaflcio.org/scholarship
December 8, 2025 at 8:13 PM
BIG UNION WIN ✊: More than 200 @unitehere.org members & concession workers at #Houston's George Bush International Airport just ratified new 3-year union contracts, securing a $22/hour minimum wage! #UnionStrong
December 7, 2025 at 2:55 AM
Workers build our state, run our state, and control our state – it's time for them to take hold of their power!

Our new President Leonard Aguilar and Secretary-Treasurer Lorraine Montemayor are ready to educate, organize, and win! ✊🏽 (via Spectrum News) #txlege
December 5, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Unions open doors for every working family.

As our new Texas AFL-CIO Secretary-Treasurer Lorraine Montemayor said, our movement has the power to change our state forever.
December 3, 2025 at 8:28 PM
In unity, there is strength! That’s the power of the Texas labor movement.

As our new Texas AFL-CIO President Leonard Aguilar said, solidarity is how we grow, organize, and win for all Texas workers.
December 3, 2025 at 1:45 AM
Today, Texas AFL-CIO President Leonard Aguilar & Secretary-Treasurer Lorraine Montemayor took the oath of office!

Leonard started his career as an apprentice with UA Local 142, while Lorraine started as a TSEU member. Their leadership marks the first time that two Latinos will lead the org! ✊🏽
December 2, 2025 at 9:54 PM
It’s official: Today is President Rick Levy’s last day as President of the Texas AFL-CIO, marking the end of a chapter of more than three decades of service to the Texas labor movement.
December 1, 2025 at 9:25 PM
☕ Starbucks baristas are STILL on strike! Make sure you get your coffee elsewhere.

Take the pledge to not cross the picket line while baristas fight for a fair contract! #NoContractNoCoffee 👉 seiu.co/NoStarbucks
November 29, 2025 at 9:52 PM
🎟️ REGISTER NOW: Get your early bird tickets for our 2026 COPE Convention!

Join us in Georgetown on Jan. 24-25, where union delegates will vote on statewide endorsements, learn new political tactics, and build our Texas labor movement! Details: texasaflcioconvention.org
November 25, 2025 at 11:18 PM
MC3 pre-apprenticeship programs provide hands-on training & a path to life-changing union apprenticeships.

Antonio is one of 100 graduates who completed the Texas Construction Career Pathways program! Learn more & apply at texasccp.com
November 23, 2025 at 1:13 AM
Don’t just give thanks, buy union-made this Thanksgiving! 🦃
November 20, 2025 at 11:03 PM
More than 30 union members representing eight unions joined us in #Waco last night for our Labor Town Hall! Folks are ready to get engaged, refine our messaging, and organize to win.

We’re heading across the state to talk to union members in every region — stay tuned!
November 20, 2025 at 8:48 PM
📢 Calling all #Waco area union members!

We’re hosting our Waco Labor Town Hall THIS WEDNESDAY, and we want to hear from you! RSVP to join us: bit.ly/wacolabor
November 17, 2025 at 9:40 PM
📢 TEXAS WORKER WIN: Harris County commissioners approved a countywide worksite safety policy to prevent injuries, enforce safety standards, and ensure workers can speak up without fear when calling out unsafe practices.

No worker should have to choose between their job and their life.
November 15, 2025 at 10:52 PM
“They are holding paychecks hostage and the ransom is state employees’ silence.”

Caleb Newton was fired from the Texas Comptroller’s office over a personal TikTok promoting the No Kings Rally.

But we will not roll over. This is about all state employees and their right to free speech!
November 14, 2025 at 9:47 PM
Never cross a picket line.

Just in time for the Starbucks strike! Donate just $6 to our Member Education Fund and get a vinyl sticker sent right to your mailbox.

If we stand together, nothing can stop us. Join the fight and order your stickers now 👇

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November 14, 2025 at 5:17 PM
Big things are ahead for the Texas labor movement.

Our new leadership team is ready for the next chapter — grounded in community, connection, and the belief that this is our time to take back our state.
November 13, 2025 at 10:47 PM
Starbucks baristas are on strike — and they’re not alone!

Don’t shop at Starbucks while workers stand up for fairness and dignity at work! #NoContractNoCoffee
👉 seiu.co/NoStarbucks
November 13, 2025 at 4:37 PM
Tell Greg Abbott: Hands off our free speech!

As Texas AFL-CIO Secretary-Treasurer-Elect Lorraine Montemayor said, we’re organizing, fighting, and building a bigger labor movement.

Texas workers will never back down against the bullies and the billionaires.
November 12, 2025 at 9:50 PM
“The number one job of an organizer is to organize yourself out of a job.”

Rick’s work as Texas AFL-CIO President is done, and he’s passing on the baton.

As Leonard and Lorraine step in to lead, Rick knows the Texas labor movement is in capable hands.

Solidarity forever! ✊🏽
November 12, 2025 at 4:23 PM
Today, we honor those who have served our country.

To our veteran union members: your service, strength, and unwavering solidarity make our movement stronger.

We’re proud to stand with you — today and every day. ✊🏼
November 11, 2025 at 2:59 PM
No matter what you do for a living, the color of your skin, or where you come from, the time to speak up for all Texans’ constitutional right to free speech is NOW.

Our labor movement stands in strong solidarity with our @cwa-tseu.bsky.social members ✊
November 10, 2025 at 9:56 PM