By the Philadelphia Council AFL-CIO via Public Citizen Press Room – Secret documents publicized by wikileaks on Wednesday demonstrated that unions, consumer organizations, and grassroots groups have been right to oppose fast-track authority for the proposed Trans-Pacific Partnership trade deal….
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Stand up with fast food workers as they stand up for $15 and a union
By the Philadelphia Council AFL0CIO – On April 15, fast food workers across the country will take to the streets to demand a living wage, safe working conditions, and the right to organize a union without interference. Join them for…
Support Transportation and Transit Funding at the Stand Up 4 Transportation Rally on April 9
Philadelphia Council AFL-CIO Modern transportation and transit systems are essential for a healthy economy and a livable region. Federal funding is essential to build and maintain those systems. But a huge portion of federal transportation and transit funding is scheduled…
The Pennsylvania AFL-CIO Congratulates Martina White On Her Special Election Victory
By The PA. AFL-CIO – After a hard fought campaign between two quality candidates, The Pennsylvania AFL-CIO would like to congratulate Martina White on her victory this evening, as she was elected to fill the vacancy in the 170th legislative…
AFL-CIO President, Richard Trumpka: “Don’t Forget About Fast Track”
From The Philadelphia Council AFL-CIO – While much of the Internet this week was focused on escaped llamas, figuring out what color a dress is or mourning the loss of SAG-AFTRA member and Star Trek icon Leonard Nimoy, we can…
