News by Union
Federal Workers Mobilize
AFGE continues to advocate for federal employee rights, pushing back against workforce cuts and defending collective bargaining agreements across agencies.
Public Service Workers Stand Firm
AFSCME members rally nationwide to protect public-sector jobs and pensions, with contract negotiations underway in multiple states.
Airline Pilots Push for Safety Standards
The Air Line Pilots Association continues to press for stronger fatigue rules and cockpit safety measures across commercial carriers.
Postal Workers Defend Service
APWU members rally against proposed cuts to postal delivery, emphasizing the importance of universal mail service for all communities.
Transit Workers Seek Fair Contracts
The Amalgamated Transit Union negotiates for improved wages and safety protections for bus and rail operators across North America.
Boilermakers Build for the Future
The International Brotherhood of Boilermakers reports strong apprenticeship numbers as infrastructure projects expand nationwide.
Transport Workers Demand Respect
TWU members across air, rail, and transit divisions push for better working conditions and job security in contract talks.
Teamsters Rally for Worker Power
The International Brotherhood of Teamsters continues organizing drives in warehousing and logistics, building momentum across supply-chain sectors.
Auto Workers Secure Gains
UAW members ratify new agreements with major automakers, securing wage increases and protecting manufacturing jobs in the Midwest.
From the Archives
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October 2, 2010
Karen Bright addressed tens of thousands of union members at the Lincoln Memorial during "America is One Nation and We Signify that Nation," a massive labor rally on the National Mall.
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September 2010
Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15–Oct. 15) was marked with educational resources from AFT and NEA, celebrating the contributions of Latino workers to the labor movement.
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June 2011
ATU members stood in solidarity with British public service workers during a one-day pension strike, highlighting the global fight for retirement security.
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August 2011
The USW Constitutional Convention featured speakers Danny Glover and Ed Schultz, drawing attention to steelworker priorities and labor solidarity.
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August 2011
ALPA reported on the crash of First Air Flight 6560 in Resolute Bay, Nunavut, Canada, underscoring the union's commitment to aviation safety investigations.
Advocacy & Legislative Updates
S.B. 5 Repeal Fight
Ohio labor unions mounted a successful campaign to repeal Senate Bill 5 in 2011, preserving collective bargaining rights for public employees across the state.
FAA Shutdown Impact
During the 2011 FAA partial shutdown, thousands of aviation workers were furloughed and construction projects halted, prompting union-led calls for congressional action.
Get Out the Vote
Union members mobilized nationwide for voter turnout drives, emphasizing the stakes for working families in state and federal elections.