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The American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO) is a national trade union center that is the largest federation of unions in the United States. It is made up of 61 national and international unions, together representing nearly 15 million active and retired workers. The AFL-CIO engages in substantial political spending and activism, typically in support of progressive and pro-labor policies. .. more

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AFL-CIO @aflcio.org · 14d
Whether it’s groceries, gas, rent, utilities or anything else, shit’s too expensive.

This election season, let’s elect candidates who will stand with working people and create an economy that works for us, not billionaires.

Make your plan to vote: betterinaunion.org/vote

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AFL-CIO @aflcio.org · 2h
Billionaires have taken control of our economy and our government. This November, we have the chance to take back our power, balance the scales and create an economy that works for us. Make your plan to vote:
Vote on or Before Nov. 3
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AFL-CIO @aflcio.org · 4h
Give your boss the perfect gift on their special day and talk to your coworkers about your wages. It’s legal and very cool!
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Happy National Boss’ Day to everyone who showed us why working people need unions.

We’re celebrating everything you’ve done for union organizing - because nobody creates stronger union members than a bad boss.
Form a Union | AFL-CIO
Form a Union Organizing a union in your workplace is about getting more rights and more power. Thousands of working people--all across the country and in all kinds of jobs--organize unions every year because unions are the best way to secure the things ...
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AFL-CIO @aflcio.org · 6h
Happy National Boss’ Day to everyone who showed us why working people need unions.

We’re celebrating everything you’ve done for union organizing - because nobody creates stronger union members than a bad boss.
Form a Union | AFL-CIO
Form a Union Organizing a union in your workplace is about getting more rights and more power. Thousands of working people--all across the country and in all kinds of jobs--organize unions every year because unions are the best way to secure the things ...
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AFL-CIO @aflcio.org · 21h
Solidarity with our UNITE HERE Local 1 union family in Chicago as hotel workers across the city fight for a fair contract. ✊
https://www.wbez.org/in-the-loop-with-sasha-ann-simons/2026/10/13/hundreds-of-chicagos-hotel-workers-are-on-strike-thousands-poised-to-join
Hundreds of Chicago's hotel workers are on strike. Thousands poised to join
Workers at six hotels are currently on the picket line and workers at 40 more hotels have authorized a strike.
www.wbez.org

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Mary Peltola @marypeltola.com · 21h
Always proud to stand with the workers who power Alaska ⚡

Alaska unions know I’ll always fight for them. That’s why IBEW 1547, Alaska AFL-CIO, AFT, NEA, AFGE, and union families across our state are joining me in this fight to take back our state.

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Graham Trainor @graham-oregon.bsky.social · 21h
We are heartbroken by the shooting in Bend today, and our thoughts are with the children, families, educators, and community impacted by this devastating act of violence. No family should ever have to fear for their children’s safety at school, and we stand in solidarity with everyone affected.

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Liz Shuler @lizshuler.bsky.social · 22h
Remember when we were told gas would drop below $2? Instead, we’ve had a record 158 straight days above $4. We have every right to be furious. We’re paying more at the pump while told lies about how great the economy is.
Gas prices break unwanted record under Donald Trump
U.S. gas prices set a new record on Wednesday, with the average price per gallon remaining well over $4.
www.newsweek.com

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AFL-CIO @aflcio.org · 22h
Shit’s too expensive for our South Central Federation of Labor union family - and for working people in Wisconsin and across the country. Let’s elect pro-worker candidates up and down the ballot to fix that and create an economy that works for all of us!

betterinaunion.org/vote

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AFL-CIO @aflcio.org · 23h
In every corner of the country, America’s unions are talking to our neighbors, friends and union family about what’s at stake in this election. Our jobs, our health care, our savings — it’s ALL on the line.

Let’s get out, protect the vote and win for working people! ✊

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AFL-CIO @aflcio.org · 23h
This economy is broken for working people.

The cost of everything is skyrocketing. Billionaires and CEOs are making record pay and bonuses while workers struggle to make ends meet.

Workers make this country run. It shouldn’t be this hard to stay afloat.
Wholesale inflation surged in September, keeping affordability in focus ahead of the midterms | CNN Business
US wholesale inflation jumped in September to its highest level in more than four years, marking the second hotter-than-expected inflation reading this week and adding to concerns about the economy ju...
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AFL-CIO @aflcio.org · 1d
Ohio @ohioaflcio.bsky.social union members know: @sherrodbrownoh.bsky.social has our backs. And we're going to send him to the Senate so he can keep fighting for working people and make this economy work for all of us!

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AFL-CIO @aflcio.org · 1d
Workers are living on the edge, working longer and harder than ever for less money.

The recent inflation report makes it clear this problem isn’t going away until we elect new people that will help workers instead of billionaires.

Make your plan to vote:
Vote on or Before Nov. 3
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AFL-CIO @aflcio.org · 1d
Working people are struggling. Their paychecks aren’t stretching far enough. They stress over every bill, let alone taking their families to dinner or go on vacation once in a while.

How do we solve the cost crisis? A union contract. More from @lizshuler.bsky.social:
Unions Are the Key to America’s Cost of Living Crisis
"As everything gets more and more expensive, we believe there is a powerful solution: unions," write Liz Shuler and Heidi Shierholz.
time.com

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AFL-CIO @aflcio.org · 2d
While billionaires and CEOs make record pay and bonuses, inflation is spiking and our paychecks are still stuck.

This economy is broken for working people. Let’s vote to fix it. Make your plan to vote:
betterinaunion.org/vote
Vote on or Before Nov. 3
Enter your address for personalized election information
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AFL-CIO @aflcio.org · 2d
Every union vote means we’re closer to creating an economy that works for all of us.

@weareliuna.bsky.social, IUPAT and all of America’s unions are mobilizing to make sure workers’ voices are heard this election season - in Texas and across the country.

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AFL-CIO @aflcio.org · 2d
“Pick another protein?!!” Let’s pick a different Senator - a union-endorsed candidate like @scolom.bsky.social who will fight for working families. ✊
scolom.bsky.social Scott Colom @scolom.bsky.social · 2d
She done lost her damn mind.

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AFL-CIO @aflcio.org · 2d
Make your plan to vote:

betterinaunion.org/vote

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AFL-CIO @aflcio.org · 2d
Early voting has already started in some states and will start in others soon.

Make sure your voice is heard - make your plan to vote and let’s win this election for working families! BetterInAUnion.org/vote
Vote on or Before Nov. 3
Enter your address for personalized election information
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AFL-CIO @aflcio.org · 2d
Shit’s too expensive, and Donald Trump and his allies don’t have a plan to get some relief for working people. They won’t even take responsibility for it.
Inflation worsened last month to 3.7% in sign that prices remain elevated as midterm elections near
U.S. inflation accelerated last month as gas, clothes, and air fares got more expensive, evidence that rising prices remain an economic challenge just a few weeks before the midterm elections.
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Patrick De Haan @gasbuddyguy.bsky.social · 2d
BREAKING: 2026 has now seen more days with average gas prices over $4/gal than any year before: 158 days

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Scott Colom @scolom.bsky.social · 2d
She done lost her damn mind.

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AFL-CIO @aflcio.org · 2d
College athletes deserve a strong voice on the job and a say in their working conditions. But the Protect College Sports Act would deny college athletes these rights.

We urge the House of Representatives to stand with athletes and vote NO on this bill. https://bit.ly/4dFttLj

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Liz Shuler @lizshuler.bsky.social · 2d
I grew up in Oregon. Happy to help Susan Collins’ allies find Maine on a map.

Once they get there, they’ll find working people ready to elect Troy Jackson.
GOP ad buyer mixes up Portlands, spends money meant to help Maine Sen. Susan Collins in Oregon
An outside group mistakenly spent nearly $25,000 to boost Collins in Portland, Oregon, rather than Portland, Maine. The buyer admitted to the error and refunded the PAC.
www.nbcnews.com

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AFL-CIO @aflcio.org · 2d
Northern Nevadans deserve a representative who will actually show up for them, unlike David Flippo.

Let’s send Teresa Benitez-Thompson to Congress to fight for working families!
OPINION: A notable no-show at a rural Nevada 'debate' hints the ground is shifting in CD2 - The Nevada Independent
OPINION: A notable no-show at a rural Nevada ‘debate’ hints the ground is shifting in CD2. Read more at The Nevada Independent.
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AFL-CIO @aflcio.org · 2d
The film and television industry is one of America’s greatest exports. Congress must act to keep good union jobs here at home. America’s unions urge Congress to pass the Motion Picture, Television, and Entertainment Revitalization Act. https://bit.ly/4yki76S