It’s time to get it done for America’s workers.

The Protect America's Workforce Act, which reverses President Trump’s union-busting executive order, is getting a vote in Congress. Together, we can restore collective bargaining rights to more than 1 million federal workers.

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PETITION: Solidarity with Starbucks Workers

Starbucks workers in 60-plus cities are on strike for a fair contract! Baristas at corporate stores are fighting for better pay, fair scheduling and respect on the job. We stand in solidarity with Starbucks workers.

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From the ARA: ALERT: Act Now to Save Social Security

This is exactly the kind of thing we were afraid of when Elon Musk’s DOGE laid off thousands of experienced, hardworking Social Security Administration workers.

15, Jul, 2025

Gov. Beshear: Trump Administration’s Move To Freeze Education Funding Hurts Kentucky Children

14, Jul, 2025

SSA Commissioner Sends Misleading Email to Millions of Americans, Buries a Correction Online Days Later

Thanks to Kirk Gillenwaters for sending us this.

14, Jul, 2025

Battling back against Trump's 'Big Ugly Bill:' State AFL-CIO starts training program for union members who want to run for office

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08, Jul, 2025

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Upcoming Events

09 Dec

Bluegrass AFL-CIO Central Labor Council

The Bluegrass AFL-CIO Central Labor Council invites union members and allies to come together for local updates, solidarity, and strategy.

6:00PM - 7:00PM

Laborers' Union Hall 189

2631 Wilhite Drive Lexington, KY 40503

18 Dec

Northern Kentucky AFL-CIO Central Labor Council

The Northern Kentucky AFL-CIO Central Labor Council invites union members and allies to come together for local updates, solidarity, and st

7:00PM - 8:00PM

Standard Club

643 Laurel Street Covington, KY 41011

23 Dec

Western Kentucky AFL-CIO Area Council

Join the Western Kentucky AFL-CIO Area Council for an afternoon of solidarity, updates, and action.

7:00PM - 8:00PM

1202 South 4th Street Paducah, KY 42003

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Forward Kentucky: Reports from the 'Families First' rallies in Paducah and Jackson

Today's AFL-CIO Daily Brief: AFL-CIO Tour Bus Races Through Derby City with BOSK Workers Ahead of Their Landmark Election

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Do you know how much the average CEO makes?

Have You Been Injured at Work?

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PETITION: Solidarity with Starbucks Workers

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From the ARA: ALERT: Act Now to Save Social Security

Gov. Beshear: Trump Administration’s Move To Freeze Education Funding Hurts Kentucky Children

SSA Commissioner Sends Misleading Email to Millions of Americans, Buries a Correction Online Days Later

Battling back against Trump's 'Big Ugly Bill:' State AFL-CIO starts training program for union members who want to run for office

NSP July 9th Working Group

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Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Los Angeles Times Journalists Approve New Agreement - Dec 5

Worker Wins: A Crucial Step Toward Achieving Parity - Dec 4

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Chicago Museum of Science and Industry Workers Ratify First Union Contract - Dec 4

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Minneapolis Airport Food Service Workers Reach Tentative Deal; Secure Highest Wages in Airport’s History - Nov 25

‘Reading Opens the World’: The Working People Weekly List - Nov 24

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: ATU Bus Drivers Get Big Raises in New Island Transit Contract - Nov 24

Worker Wins: A Life-Changing Contract - Nov 21

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: IAM Union Local 2789 Members Ratify Strong New Contract at John Deere in Georgia - Nov 21

CALL: Tell Your Representative to Pass the Protect America’s Workforce Act - Nov 20

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Griffin Museum of Science and Industry Union Reaches Tentative Contract Agreement - Nov 20