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AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka (UMWA) appeared on CNBC yesterday afternoon to discuss the labor movement’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic and the concrete steps our government can take right now to protect the health and safety of workers, our society and our economy.

Thanks to Baltimore labor historian and author William Barry for sending us this.

By STEVEN GREENHOUSE

By JOE SONKA

Following a review of former Gov. Matt Bevin's use of taxpayer-funded aircraft, state Auditor Mike Harmon is advocating for legislation to increase the transparency of flights taken by top executive branch officials.

Thanks to David Nickell, AFT Local 1360, for sending us this.

The education secretary’s brother, Erik Prince, reportedly recruited an ex-spy to infiltrate a Michigan teachers union.

By REBECCA KLEIN

Please note: COVID-19 is a reportable disease in Kentucky

“It is important for everybody out there to be calm, practice good hygiene and reduce the risk of exposure for themselves and others.” -- Gov. Andy Beshear 

By BERRY CRAIG

AFT Local 1360

Last month, when the Democratic presidential primary field was jam-packed, "xanar" posted his or her idea of a candidate unity pledge on Daily Kos. Most of the oath works just as well for voters.