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Working People Endorse Candidates Across the Country Working People Endorse Candidates Across the Country Election Day is less than two weeks away and many states have already started early voting and vote-by-mail. If you aren't certain about who to vote for in races up and down the ballot, AFL-CIO's state federations and allies have done the work to identify pro-working family candidates. Check out who your state's labor movement has endorsed:
- Alabama AFL-CIO
- Alaska State AFL-CIO
- Arizona AFL-CIO
- Arkansas AFL-CIO: U.S. House of Representatives, Joyce Elliot; State Representative, Bill Monahan
- California Labor Federation
- Colorado AFL-CIO
- Connecticut AFL-CIO
- Delaware State AFL-CIO
- Florida AFL-CIO
- Georgia State AFL-CIO: U.S. Senate, Jon Ossoff and the Rev. Raphael Warnock; U.S. House of Representatives District 5, Nikema Williams; U.S. House of Representatives District 7, Carolyn Bordeaux; state Senate endorsements
- Hawaii State AFL-CIO
- Idaho State AFL-CIO
- Illinois AFL-CIO
- Indiana State AFL-CIO
- Iowa Federation of Labor
- Kansas AFL-CIO
- Kentucky State AFL-CIO
- Louisiana AFL-CIO
- Maine AFL-CIO
- Maryland State and D.C. AFL-CIO
- Massachusetts AFL-CIO
- Michigan State AFL-CIO
- Minnesota AFL-CIO
- Mississippi AFL-CIO: U.S Senate, Mike Espy; U.S. House of Representatives District 2, Bennie Thompson; State Supreme Court: Latrice Westbrooks and Percy Lynchard
- Missouri AFL-CIO
- Montana State AFL-CIO
- Nebraska State AFL-CIO
- Nevada State AFL-CIO
- New Hampshire AFL-CIO
- New Jersey State AFL-CIO
- New Mexico Federation of Labor
- New York State AFL-CIO
- North Carolina State AFL-CIO
- North Dakota AFL-CIO
- Ohio AFL-CIO
- Oklahoma State AFL-CIO
- Oregon AFL-CIO
- Pennsylvania AFL-CIO
- Rhode Island AFL-CIO: U.S. Senate, Sen. Jack Reed; U.S. House of Representatives District 1, David Cicilline; U.S. House of Representatives District, James Langevin; state House: Marcia Ranglin-Vassell (District 5), Raymond Hull (District 6), Anastasia Williams (District 9), Grace Diaz (District 11), Brandon Potter (District 16), Joseph McNamara (District 19), Camille F.J. Vella-Wilkinson (District 21), Joseph Solomon (District 22), Jim Jackson (District 26), Scott Guthrie (District 28), Julie Casimiro (District 31), Edward Cardillo Jr. (District 42), Deborah Fellela (District 43), John Lyle Jr. (District 46), Leonela Felix (District 61), June Speakman (District 68), Susan Donovan (District 69), John Edwards (District 70), Michelle McGaw (District 71), Terri Cortvriend (District 72); state Senate: Sandra Cano (District 8), John Burke (District 9), Walter Felag (District 10), Valarie Lawson (District 14), Frank Lombardi (District 26), Hanna Gallo (District 27), Joshua Miller (District 28), Michael McCaffrey (District 29), Bridget Valverde (District 35), Alana DiMario (District 36), V. Susan Sosnowski (District 37)
- South Carolina AFL-CIO
- South Dakota State Federation of Labor
- Tennessee AFL-CIO Labor Council
- Texas AFL-CIO
- Utah State AFL-CIO
- Vermont State Labor Council
- Virginia AFL-CIO
- Washington State Labor Council
- West Virginia AFL-CIO
- Wisconsin State AFL-CIO
- Wyoming AFL-CIO
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Service + Solidarity Spotlight: Tradeswomen Lean In to Support Each Other Service + Solidarity Spotlight: Tradeswomen Lean In to Support Each Other Working people across the United States have stepped up to help out our friends, neighbors and communities during these trying times. In our regular Service + Solidarity Spotlight series, we’ll showcase one of these stories every day. Here’s today’s story. Following a successful Tradeswomen Build Nations conference earlier this month, North America's Building Trades Unions (NABTU), its affiliates and Lean In have joined together to launch a virtual, structured mentorship program made for tradeswomen, by tradeswomen. “It’s important that tradeswomen have a space to talk about their experiences and to help each other,” said Aurora Bihler, a member of the Ironworkers. “I wanted to be a part of this program so that women all over can have this support system in place with researched advice and solutions that are specific to our unique careers.” Kenneth Quinnell Tue, 10/27/2020 - 09:50 Tags: COVID-19, Community Service — Oct 27
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Labor Radio Podcast Network Launches Interactive Network Map Labor Radio Podcast Network Launches Interactive Network Map To highlight the geographic reach of more than 70 members in four countries, the Labor Radio Network has created an interactive map. Launched in 2019, the Labor Radio Podcast Network focuses on working-class issues that are often overlooked in the corporate-controlled media. The goal of the network is to help raise the voices of working people and strengthen organized labor to demand and achieve better treatment from workplaces and elected officials. If you are a journalist interested in learning more, or if you’re a labor radio or podcast producer and want to join the network, contact us at [email protected]. Visit the Labor Radio Podcast Network. Kenneth Quinnell Mon, 10/26/2020 - 14:04 Tags: Podcast — Oct 26
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Service + Solidarity Spotlight: IFPTE Backs Members Running in Kansas Service + Solidarity Spotlight: IFPTE Backs Members Running in Kansas Working people across the United States have stepped up to help out our friends, neighbors and communities during these trying times. In our regular Service + Solidarity Spotlight series, we’ll showcase one of these stories every day. Here’s today’s story. The International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers (IFPTE) is throwing its support behind three of its own members running in Kansas: Matthew Joyce and Derek Milligan are running for the state House and Charity Kennedy is a candidate for Sedgwick County treasurer. Earlier this month, IFPTE sent out a series of mailers in support of the three members of the Society of Professional Engineering Employees in Aerospace/IFPTE (SPEEA/IFPTE) Local 2001. The mailers, which were sent to nearly 2,700 members living in Kansas, highlighted not only the fact that fellow IFPTE members were seeking office, but that they would be strong voices for the rights of workers to collectively bargain. IFPTE International President Paul Shearon commented that, “IFPTE is a strong proponent of union members running for elected office, as they are the ones who become the strongest advocates for workers and unions in office. IFPTE is proud that Matthew, Charity and Derek are taking this step to run and are happy to support them.” Kenneth Quinnell Mon, 10/26/2020 - 09:32 Tags: COVID-19, Community Service — Oct 26
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Workers' Rights Are on the Ballot: In the States Roundup Workers' Rights Are on the Ballot: In the States Roundup It's time once again to take a look at the ways working people are making progress in the states. Click on any of the links to follow the state federations on Twitter. Alaska AFL-CIO:
Austin Quinn-Davidson, we know that you will fulfill your duties as mayor with integrity. Thank you for taking on this challenge when Anchorage needs you the most.#ancassembly pic.twitter.com/TCx6EglP4t — Alaska AFL-CIO (@AKAFLCIO) October 17, 2020
California Labor Federation:“California voters must vote NO on Proposition 22, and say yes to a future with universal rights and good jobs for Black workers and for every worker in the state.” — Must read from @votingwhileblk @rashadrobinson & @NelpNews @RebeccaDNELP: https://t.co/t3gx09P2hH #NoOnProp22 — NO on Prop 22 (California Labor Federation) (@CaliforniaLabor) October 23, 2020
Florida AFL-CIO:“If this initiative passes, only well-funded special interests will be able to afford to make changes to our Constitution, thus subverting the entire intent of the citizen initiative process, which is to give the people an independent voice.”https://t.co/iqQcSRqIsu — Florida AFL-CIO (@FLAFLCIO) October 23, 2020
Georgia State AFL-CIO:In the last month, we’ve made over 53,200 calls to our union family members in Georgia to turn out the #Labor2020 vote! 🗳 Want to volunteer? Comment below and we’ll reach out. #1u #georgiaunions #gaaflcio pic.twitter.com/FAa6bEpUT5 — Georgia AFL-CIO (@AFLCIOGeorgia) October 19, 2020
Indiana State AFL-CIO:The Trump administration’s failure to invoke the Defense Production Act to make PPE was a stunning act of nonfeasance. And working people paid the price. https://t.co/N99zBrbzUv — Indiana AFL-CIO (@INAFLCIO) October 23, 2020
Iowa Federation of Labor:pic.twitter.com/FrUd9LzGH8 — Iowa AFL-CIO (@IowaAFLCIO) October 23, 2020
Maine AFL-CIO:Another working class Mainer for @SaraGideon #mepolitics #Labor2020 #1u pic.twitter.com/TPVojczJ9B — Maine AFL-CIO (@MEAFLCIO) October 23, 2020
Maryland State and D.C. AFL-CIO:Are you a union member? Do you want to help union endorsed candidates win on November 3rd? Sign up now: https://t.co/RzC5ff0m37 — Maryland State and DC AFL-CIO (@MDDCStateFed) October 21, 2020
Massachusetts AFL-CIO:Vote for the Massachusetts AFL-CIO endorsed candidates for the State House of Representatives. We need these champions fighting for working people on Beacon Hill! pic.twitter.com/tUw4iqiW77 — Massachusetts AFL-CIO (@massaflcio) October 21, 2020
Michigan State AFL-CIO:Thanks for always supporting workers and for doing your part to flip the House! https://t.co/5zJXSE8H7U — Michigan AFL-CIO 😷 (@MIAFLCIO) October 18, 2020
Minnesota AFL-CIO:Great to see @GovTimWalz sign the local jobs & projects bill & supplemental budget today at @TheIronworkers 512! #1u #mnleg #OneMinnesota pic.twitter.com/5Eu5RG6Nec — Minnesota AFL-CIO (@MNAFLCIO) October 21, 2020
Missouri AFL-CIO:🇺🇸 There is so much we can do if we choose to take on problems and not each other. And choose a President who brings out our best. Joe Biden doesn't need everyone in this country to always agree. Just to agree we all love this country. Vote Biden/Harris! pic.twitter.com/HgXepWCaBx — Missouri AFL-CIO (@MOAFLCIO) October 23, 2020
Montana State AFL-CIO:Visit https://t.co/7n5V9j3fz6 to see all of our endorsed candidates! #voteunion #unionstrong #mtpol #VOTE pic.twitter.com/mlpSMje6Em — Montana AFL-CIO (@MTaflcio) October 13, 2020
Nevada State AFL-CIO:She will defend our right to collective bargain for better wages, safety, & healthcare. @KristeeWatson will improve our schools & has been working with a nonprofit to improve literacy in NV. She has financial sector & business experience that we need to lead Nevada to recovery! pic.twitter.com/dkoxv5w8le — Nevada State AFL-CIO (@NVAFLCIO) October 17, 2020
New Hampshire AFL-CIO:It must be nice to have a governor who takes infrastructure seriously. @DanFeltesNH https://t.co/1sV1Bb5a7R — NewHampshire AFL-CIO (@NHAFLCIO) October 22, 2020
New Jersey State AFL-CIO:https://t.co/DiceUKN6iY — New Jersey AFL-CIO (@NJAFLCIO) October 23, 2020
New York State AFL-CIO:New York’s Labor Movement Stands with the #UnionStrong Hardworking Members of the Transport Workers and Machinist Unions Against a Cynical Raid Attempt by Rogue Labor Group @transportworker @MachinistsUnion https://t.co/uJ2Nw68UmV — NYSAFLCIO (@NYSAFLCIO) October 23, 2020
North Carolina State AFL-CIO:This thread can be read here: https://t.co/uIhwVJK8qm — NC State AFL-CIO (@NCStateAFLCIO) October 22, 2020
Ohio AFL-CIO:Greed is an ugly thing. https://t.co/ZQKzbHT14V — Ohio AFL-CIO (@ohioaflcio) October 22, 2020
Oklahoma State AFL-CIO:OKC's Public Transit is Free on Election Day, November 3rd. The free fares include EMBARK, OKC Streetcar, and Zone 1 ADA Paratransit. You may visit https://t.co/4GfFWpxKHO or https://t.co/1iB8VtcsXE for more details. — Oklahoma AFL-CIO (@OK_AFL_CIO) October 23, 2020
Oregon AFL-CIO:"This election cycle needs that strength and attention from our movement to win for working families, perhaps more than ever... the choices working people make on Election Day will impact the direction of our nation..." -@graham_oregon via @nwlaborpress https://t.co/vvBAnk7aTx — Oregon AFL-CIO (@OregonAFLCIO) October 22, 2020
Pennsylvania AFL-CIO:We proudly stand with our @PFTLocal3 sisters and brothers as they fight to keep students educators and staff safe on the job. We’re with you always. #FairContractNow @AFTPA @AFTunion https://t.co/mzrewXV927 — PA AFL-CIO (@PaAFL_CIO) October 20, 2020
Rhode Island AFL-CIO:Central Coventry firefighters sue, claiming district stiffed them on overtime https://t.co/h3ieZBeeWW via @projo @IAFFLocal3372 #1U #Unions #UnionStrong #UnionYes #Solidarity #Firefighters — Rhode Island AFL-CIO (@riaflcio) October 23, 2020
Tennessee AFL-CIO Labor Council:On the ballot this fall: nothing less than safe jobs, economic security and freedom from systemic racism. Are you ready to protect your vote? Do you have a plan? https://t.co/jZGhbcVvdK — Tennessee AFL-CIO (@tnaflcio) October 23, 2020
Texas AFL-CIO:Labor LIVE at 5! https://t.co/suwyzA0rTu — Texas AFL-CIO (@TexasAFLCIO) October 19, 2020
Washington State Labor Council:Please share this information as widely as possible. Also, bilingual English/Spanish Hotline Volunteers are needed to help people apply! #Immigrant #EssentialWorkers #COVID19 https://t.co/XTGZqK8dJV — Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO (@WAAFLCIO) October 21, 2020
West Virginia AFL-CIO:Ben Salango has always been clear on his opposition of Right to Work - one of many reasons why we want him to be our next governor !! #wvpol https://t.co/Z56rMgDpyp — West Virginia AFLCIO (@WestVirginiaAFL) October 20, 2020
Wisconsin State AFL-CIO:OSHA Criticized for Lax Regulation of Meatpacking in Pandemic https://t.co/EReuGGAZhb — WI AFL-CIO (@wisaflcio) October 23, 2020
Kenneth Quinnell Fri, 10/23/2020 - 11:52 Tags: COVID-19, Community Service — Oct 23
AFL-CIO Blog
- Working People Endorse Candidates Across the Country
- Service + Solidarity Spotlight: Tradeswomen Lean In to Support Each Other
- Labor Radio Podcast Network Launches Interactive Network Map
- Service + Solidarity Spotlight: IFPTE Backs Members Running in Kansas
- Workers' Rights Are on the Ballot: In the States Roundup