Paul Sonn
@paulsonn.bsky.social
worker justice, new puppy dad, outdoors enthusiast, Boston native, tweets my own
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Join us for the first event in the Game Changers Webinar Series:
Changing the Game for Labor
THURSDAY, SEPT. 10 / 4-5PM ET
Register: bit.ly/GCWebinarLabor
Speakers: @julietschor.bsky.social @paulsonn.bsky.social @profsheenalives.bsky.social & Gerald Epstein. (1/2)
Changing the Game for Labor
THURSDAY, SEPT. 10 / 4-5PM ET
Register: bit.ly/GCWebinarLabor
Speakers: @julietschor.bsky.social @paulsonn.bsky.social @profsheenalives.bsky.social & Gerald Epstein. (1/2)
Game Changers Webinar Series
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September 2, 2026 at 7:44 PM
Join us for the first event in the Game Changers Webinar Series:
Changing the Game for Labor
THURSDAY, SEPT. 10 / 4-5PM ET
Register: bit.ly/GCWebinarLabor
Speakers: @julietschor.bsky.social @paulsonn.bsky.social @profsheenalives.bsky.social & Gerald Epstein. (1/2)
Changing the Game for Labor
THURSDAY, SEPT. 10 / 4-5PM ET
Register: bit.ly/GCWebinarLabor
Speakers: @julietschor.bsky.social @paulsonn.bsky.social @profsheenalives.bsky.social & Gerald Epstein. (1/2)
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It's Labor Day--a chance to reflect on the state of work, workers and fairness. Inviting you to this @gamechangerspolicy.bsky.social webinar where @julietschor.bsky.social @paulsonn.bsky.social, Gerald Epstein & I will talk about fair work standards. Please join us! events.zoom.us/ev/ApCr_SWeb...
Game Changers Webinar Series
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September 2, 2026 at 4:06 PM
It's Labor Day--a chance to reflect on the state of work, workers and fairness. Inviting you to this @gamechangerspolicy.bsky.social webinar where @julietschor.bsky.social @paulsonn.bsky.social, Gerald Epstein & I will talk about fair work standards. Please join us! events.zoom.us/ev/ApCr_SWeb...
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Our second wave of bold, innovative policies has launched! Policies that address Medicare for All, climate change, affordable housing, North American trade, unemployment insurance, job protection, and a livable wage. Game Changers that build a better economy for all Americans. GameChangersPolicy.org
The second wave of Game Changers is here!
From Medicare for All and raising wages to worker protections, healthier environments, climate resilience, and North American worker-centered trade, these proposals offer bold ideas for a more secure economy.
🌐: gamechangerspolicy.org
From Medicare for All and raising wages to worker protections, healthier environments, climate resilience, and North American worker-centered trade, these proposals offer bold ideas for a more secure economy.
🌐: gamechangerspolicy.org
July 20, 2026 at 3:04 PM
Our second wave of bold, innovative policies has launched! Policies that address Medicare for All, climate change, affordable housing, North American trade, unemployment insurance, job protection, and a livable wage. Game Changers that build a better economy for all Americans. GameChangersPolicy.org
Excited to join with Irene Tung and @gamechangerspolicy.bsky.social in making the case for "just cause" job protections -- especially as AI increases precarity in the workplace peri.umass.edu/publication/...
July 20, 2026 at 3:34 PM
Excited to join with Irene Tung and @gamechangerspolicy.bsky.social in making the case for "just cause" job protections -- especially as AI increases precarity in the workplace peri.umass.edu/publication/...
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June 24, 2026 at 3:43 PM
Great speaking with @law360.bsky.social about the leading role cities now play in protecting workers -- as reflected by a national-level dream team like Julie Su and @saalevine.bsky.social leading economic justice policy for @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social
www.nelp.org/mamdani-expe...
www.nelp.org/mamdani-expe...
Mamdani Expected to Shift NYC Wage Policies - National Employment Law Project
NELP's Paul Sonn discusses how Mayor Mamdani can strengthen workers' rights in NYC.
www.nelp.org
January 9, 2026 at 1:26 PM
Great speaking with @law360.bsky.social about the leading role cities now play in protecting workers -- as reflected by a national-level dream team like Julie Su and @saalevine.bsky.social leading economic justice policy for @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social
www.nelp.org/mamdani-expe...
www.nelp.org/mamdani-expe...
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Big Tech’s rollout of algorithmic surveillance tools have made app-based workers’ ability to afford to live #NewYorkCity even more precarious.
Policymakers in #NYC can fight back against this latest instance of corporate greed by banning surveillance wage-setting: www.nelp.org/to-make-new-...
Policymakers in #NYC can fight back against this latest instance of corporate greed by banning surveillance wage-setting: www.nelp.org/to-make-new-...
To Make New York More Affordable the Next Mayor Should Ban “Surveillance” Pay and Price Setting - National Employment Law Project
Mayor-elect Mamdani can promote higher pay and lower consumer prices is by halting the rapid growth of individualized “surveillance” wage and price setting.
www.nelp.org
December 23, 2025 at 2:43 PM
Big Tech’s rollout of algorithmic surveillance tools have made app-based workers’ ability to afford to live #NewYorkCity even more precarious.
Policymakers in #NYC can fight back against this latest instance of corporate greed by banning surveillance wage-setting: www.nelp.org/to-make-new-...
Policymakers in #NYC can fight back against this latest instance of corporate greed by banning surveillance wage-setting: www.nelp.org/to-make-new-...
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@NELPNews is thrilled that @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social has nominated @saalevine.bsky.social to lead @hellodcwp.bsky.social. We look forward to working with him and the agency to advance a #GoodJobsEconomy for working New Yorkers!
December 23, 2025 at 2:15 PM
@NELPNews is thrilled that @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social has nominated @saalevine.bsky.social to lead @hellodcwp.bsky.social. We look forward to working with him and the agency to advance a #GoodJobsEconomy for working New Yorkers!
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@zohrankmamdani.bsky.social + Mandy Patinkin + Latkes = 😍
It was such a joy to celebrate Hanukkah with Mandy, Kathryn and their son, Gideon. As Jewish New Yorkers across our city prepare to light candles and mark the seventh night today, I wish you and your families a Hanukkah full of light and love.
youtu.be/KIxAKyioXng
youtu.be/KIxAKyioXng
Happy Hanukkah
YouTube video by Zohran Mamdani for NYC
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December 21, 2025 at 12:52 AM
@zohrankmamdani.bsky.social + Mandy Patinkin + Latkes = 😍
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These important wins are just the start.
NELP’s New York City Worker Justice Agenda details more ways that the new mayor, @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social, and City Council can build a #GoodJobsEconomy and a city where working families can survive and thrive.
www.nelp.org/insights-res...
NELP’s New York City Worker Justice Agenda details more ways that the new mayor, @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social, and City Council can build a #GoodJobsEconomy and a city where working families can survive and thrive.
www.nelp.org/insights-res...
NELP's New York City Worker Justice Agenda - National Employment Law Project
How the Mamdani administration and the next City Council can tackle the affordability crisis
with good jobs that help New Yorkers thrive.
www.nelp.org
December 19, 2025 at 3:55 PM
These important wins are just the start.
NELP’s New York City Worker Justice Agenda details more ways that the new mayor, @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social, and City Council can build a #GoodJobsEconomy and a city where working families can survive and thrive.
www.nelp.org/insights-res...
NELP’s New York City Worker Justice Agenda details more ways that the new mayor, @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social, and City Council can build a #GoodJobsEconomy and a city where working families can survive and thrive.
www.nelp.org/insights-res...
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And @streetvendorproj.bsky.social won an increase in the number of permits and licenses available to vendors, helping ensure #workers are not subject to fines and fees while doing vending work in #NewYork.
nytimes.com/2025/12/18/nyregion/nyc-street-vendor-permits-cap-raised.html
nytimes.com/2025/12/18/nyregion/nyc-street-vendor-permits-cap-raised.html
New York City Will Allow Thousands More Street Vendors to Work Legally
nytimes.com
December 19, 2025 at 3:54 PM
And @streetvendorproj.bsky.social won an increase in the number of permits and licenses available to vendors, helping ensure #workers are not subject to fines and fees while doing vending work in #NewYork.
nytimes.com/2025/12/18/nyregion/nyc-street-vendor-permits-cap-raised.html
nytimes.com/2025/12/18/nyregion/nyc-street-vendor-permits-cap-raised.html
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Construction #workers at Laborers Local 79 won the Construction Justice Act, guaranteeing a living wage and job opportunities for low-income New Yorkers on projects building the affordable housing the city needs: www.cityandstateny.com/sponsors/spo...
The Construction Justice Act is a true path to the middle class
It's time to do the right thing for workers by passing the Construction Justice Act.
www.cityandstateny.com
December 19, 2025 at 3:52 PM
Construction #workers at Laborers Local 79 won the Construction Justice Act, guaranteeing a living wage and job opportunities for low-income New Yorkers on projects building the affordable housing the city needs: www.cityandstateny.com/sponsors/spo...
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Security guards & @32bjseiu.bsky.social won a living wage and health benefits for these essential #workers who keep our city safe – paving the way for future action to finally enact a New York City #MinimumWage:
www.seiu32bj.org/press-releas...
www.seiu32bj.org/press-releas...
NYC Council Passes Historic Public Safety Legislation Setting Industry Standards for Security Officers – 32BJ SEIU
www.seiu32bj.org
December 19, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Security guards & @32bjseiu.bsky.social won a living wage and health benefits for these essential #workers who keep our city safe – paving the way for future action to finally enact a New York City #MinimumWage:
www.seiu32bj.org/press-releas...
www.seiu32bj.org/press-releas...
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After a hard-fought campaign against #Uber & #Doordash, the New York Taxi Workers Alliance & the Workers Justice Project won just cause protections against the unfair firings that plague the ridehail and delivery industries.
www.nelp.org/in-historic-...
www.nelp.org/in-historic-...
In Historic Win, NYC Extends Just Cause Protections to App-based Ridehail and Delivery Workers - National Employment Law Project
NELP applauds the New York City Council for extending just cause protections to app-based workers.
www.nelp.org
December 19, 2025 at 3:50 PM
After a hard-fought campaign against #Uber & #Doordash, the New York Taxi Workers Alliance & the Workers Justice Project won just cause protections against the unfair firings that plague the ridehail and delivery industries.
www.nelp.org/in-historic-...
www.nelp.org/in-historic-...
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🧵With our partners, NELP is thrilled to celebrate four major worker justice victories this week in the New York City Council:
December 19, 2025 at 3:50 PM
🧵With our partners, NELP is thrilled to celebrate four major worker justice victories this week in the New York City Council:
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Big tech shouldn’t be able to weaponize your personal data to jack up consumer prices and low-ball worker pay for people who don’t have other options.
December 16, 2025 at 3:31 PM
Big tech shouldn’t be able to weaponize your personal data to jack up consumer prices and low-ball worker pay for people who don’t have other options.
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Thrilled to see our Pres & CEO Rebecca Dixon named to Mayor-elect @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social ’s Committee on Worker Justice. www.cbsnews.com/newyork/news...
NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani announces transition committees
New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani announced Monday the creation of 17 transition advisory committees made up of more than 400 people.
www.cbsnews.com
November 25, 2025 at 5:55 PM
Thrilled to see our Pres & CEO Rebecca Dixon named to Mayor-elect @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social ’s Committee on Worker Justice. www.cbsnews.com/newyork/news...
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Kvelling over the 100+ JFREJers who canvassed in Queens, Manhattan, Bronx, & Brooklyn and rallied with the People's Majority coalition for @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social today. >2 DAYS to win a path to a more just NYC: Make your plan to vote Tues & join Jews 4 Zohran on doors + phones: jfrej.org/field
November 3, 2025 at 1:04 AM
Kvelling over the 100+ JFREJers who canvassed in Queens, Manhattan, Bronx, & Brooklyn and rallied with the People's Majority coalition for @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social today. >2 DAYS to win a path to a more just NYC: Make your plan to vote Tues & join Jews 4 Zohran on doors + phones: jfrej.org/field
Deliveristas need protection against rampant unfair firing by the delivery apps. Kudos to @justinbrannan.bsky.social, @bradlander.bsky.social & @galebrewernyc.bsky.social for fighting to make that happen
September 12, 2025 at 9:24 PM
Deliveristas need protection against rampant unfair firing by the delivery apps. Kudos to @justinbrannan.bsky.social, @bradlander.bsky.social & @galebrewernyc.bsky.social for fighting to make that happen
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Dan Goldman thinks that over 150 years of inherited generational wealth is being a “beneficiary of the American Dream” … and that’s a reason to vote FOR him.
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September 4, 2025 at 9:09 PM
Dan Goldman thinks that over 150 years of inherited generational wealth is being a “beneficiary of the American Dream” … and that’s a reason to vote FOR him.
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Also, it's a real coward's move not to link to the post, which proceeds to explain *why* and *in what way* it represents a cautionary tale!
Here's the post, so you can judge:
lpeproject.org/blog/why-we-...
Here's the post, so you can judge:
lpeproject.org/blog/why-we-...
I held out hope for Matt Y longer than most because of his support for codetermination and other economic reforms, but this lazy, engagement-driven dismissal of LPE and blind support for all-things-Uber really points up my earlier error in perception.
July 31, 2025 at 2:17 PM
Also, it's a real coward's move not to link to the post, which proceeds to explain *why* and *in what way* it represents a cautionary tale!
Here's the post, so you can judge:
lpeproject.org/blog/why-we-...
Here's the post, so you can judge:
lpeproject.org/blog/why-we-...
This is bad enough coming from MAGA legislators. But in deep-blue DC, @murielbowser.bsky.social and @chmnmendelson.bsky.social are shockingly doing the same thing: rolling back badly needed voter-approved wage increases for tipped workers and slashing paid family leave
Last year, Missouri voters approved paid sick leave and a higher minimum wage by 58%. Republicans just enacted legislation eliminating sick leave and automatic updates to the minimum wage that had been in place since 2006. www.kcur.org/politics-ele...
Missouri's governor just signed a law repealing the paid sick leave passed by voters last year
Business groups lobbied heavily to overturn Proposition A, passed by 58% of Missouri voters in November 2024, arguing it would cost jobs. The bill also repeals annual inflation adjustments for the min...
www.kcur.org
July 11, 2025 at 9:41 PM
This is bad enough coming from MAGA legislators. But in deep-blue DC, @murielbowser.bsky.social and @chmnmendelson.bsky.social are shockingly doing the same thing: rolling back badly needed voter-approved wage increases for tipped workers and slashing paid family leave
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Still basking in the glow of Zohran's primary win? Me too! But please also take 1 minute to defend the closed primary system that helped make Z's win possible.
Eric Adams' commission is trying to open primaries so that Republicans can vote in Dem primaries. Tell them NO. bit.ly/NoOpenPrimariesNYC 🧵
Eric Adams' commission is trying to open primaries so that Republicans can vote in Dem primaries. Tell them NO. bit.ly/NoOpenPrimariesNYC 🧵
No Open Primaries NYC: Action ask
No Open Primaries in NYC: Action Options 1st Option (Estimate time commitment: 1 min) 👉Use this tool to testify (with content automatically chosen for you): No Open Primaries emailing tool. 👉Click t...
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July 11, 2025 at 3:29 PM
Still basking in the glow of Zohran's primary win? Me too! But please also take 1 minute to defend the closed primary system that helped make Z's win possible.
Eric Adams' commission is trying to open primaries so that Republicans can vote in Dem primaries. Tell them NO. bit.ly/NoOpenPrimariesNYC 🧵
Eric Adams' commission is trying to open primaries so that Republicans can vote in Dem primaries. Tell them NO. bit.ly/NoOpenPrimariesNYC 🧵
Why the hell are @murielbowser.bsky.social and @chmnmendelson.bsky.social blocking a badly needed wage increase for tipped workers? They're bought and paid for by the DC restaurant lobby and are a national embarrassment.
www.nelp.org/mayor-bowser...
www.nelp.org/mayor-bowser...
Mayor Bowser and D.C. Council Must Respect the Will of D.C. Voters by Rejecting Repeal of Initiative 82 - National Employment Law Project
If D.C.'s leaders repeal the voter-approved law, D.C.'s minimum wage for tipped workers will fall to $5.95 an hour.
www.nelp.org
July 11, 2025 at 8:35 PM
Why the hell are @murielbowser.bsky.social and @chmnmendelson.bsky.social blocking a badly needed wage increase for tipped workers? They're bought and paid for by the DC restaurant lobby and are a national embarrassment.
www.nelp.org/mayor-bowser...
www.nelp.org/mayor-bowser...
So proud of @shahanafrombk.bsky.social and the voters of the 39th district for showing that caring for your neighbors and real results are more powerful than big money and hate
June 25, 2025 at 5:31 AM
So proud of @shahanafrombk.bsky.social and the voters of the 39th district for showing that caring for your neighbors and real results are more powerful than big money and hate