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We’re fighting for a better future for working moms

12 May, 2023

Mother’s Day is about appreciating the care, sacrifices and support mothers provide to their families every single day. We see you, we support you and we thank you.

PA AFL-CIO Endorses 2023 Judicial, House Primary Candidates

08 May, 2023

HARRISBURG, PA (April 10, 2023) — On behalf of 700,000 working men and women in Pennsylvania, represented by 51 International Unions and 1,422 Locals, the Pennsylvania AFL-CIO Executive Council endorsed four candidates in the Pennsylvania 2023 Primary Election and one candidate in the HD-16

Secretary-Treasurer Fred Redmond on May Day: The Fight for Justice Is a Global One

01 May, 2023 Read More >

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25 Things You Need to Know from the 2023 Death on the Job Report

26 Apr, 2023 Read More >

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The PA AFL-CIO founded the Keystone Development Partnership to create workforce development programs that serve local communities.

2021 Executive Paywatch

High Paid CEOs and the Low Wage Economy

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Death on the Job: The Toll of Neglect, 2021

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Petition: Pass the Richard L. Trumka PRO Act

If we want to build up worker power, our outdated labor laws must keep up with the times. Support our workers. Take 30 seconds to add your name in support of the PRO Act.

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Donate to Help Ukrainian Workers and their Families

The Ukrainian people are in grave danger, fighting for their lives as Russians attack innocent civilians. Donate now to support Ukrainian labor organizations providing on-the-ground assistance through the International Trade Union Confederation.

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SIGN: Confirm Julie Su for Labor Secretary

Julie Su’s record speaks for itself. As a young attorney representing trafficked Thai garment workers outside of Los Angeles, she won $4 million in stolen wages. Her case set a huge precedent, and that was just the beginning of a storied career.

24, Apr, 2023

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Starbucks Founder Howard Shultz’s Congressional Testimony: Lies Detected

On Tuesday, Starbucks founder and former CEO Howard Shultz testified in front of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee.

02, Apr, 2023

Virtual Event: Lifting Up Women on the Shop Floor

Picture a manufacturing worker. Are you imagining a woman wielding a torch or assembling an SUV?

The manufacturing sector provides good jobs with family-supporting wages and benefits, which do not require four-year degrees. More women should hold these jobs.

23, Mar, 2023

Call: Paycheck Fairness Act

15, Mar, 2023

International Women’s Day

Women are now nearly 50% of the workforce—yet inequality in the workplace continues. Unequal pay, harassment and discrimination are just some of the abuses women face daily.

But when women stand together, they can demand equality. And a union contract delivers.

10, Mar, 2023