Rebecca Damon
@rebeccadamon.bsky.social
Chief Labor Policy Officer • New York Executive Director @SAGAFTRA. Former EVP & NY President. Champion of equality, unity & inclusion. #UnionStrong
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Today, the NYC Labor Movement joined together to honor the working people who carried our city through its hardest days & to acknowledge the importance of solidarity in facing what lies ahead.
Thank you to everyone who came out today.
#LaborDay2026
#UnionMade
Thank you to everyone who came out today.
#LaborDay2026
#UnionMade
September 9, 2026 at 4:28 AM
Today, the NYC Labor Movement joined together to honor the working people who carried our city through its hardest days & to acknowledge the importance of solidarity in facing what lies ahead.
Thank you to everyone who came out today.
#LaborDay2026
#UnionMade
Thank you to everyone who came out today.
#LaborDay2026
#UnionMade
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Rebecca Damon, Chief Labor Policy Officer and New York Executive Director of SAG-AFTRA, speaks about the importance protecting working New Yorkers from AI implementation through regulation as well as honoring the memory of those lost 25 years ago.
#LaborDay2026
#LaborDay2026
September 4, 2026 at 9:20 PM
Rebecca Damon, Chief Labor Policy Officer and New York Executive Director of SAG-AFTRA, speaks about the importance protecting working New Yorkers from AI implementation through regulation as well as honoring the memory of those lost 25 years ago.
#LaborDay2026
#LaborDay2026
I am honored to once again be included in the @CityandStateNY.bsky.social Labor Power 100 for my work supporting #SagAftra members. Congratulations to all the 2026 honorees for keeping New York #UnionStrong!
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August 31, 2026 at 7:16 PM
I am honored to once again be included in the @CityandStateNY.bsky.social Labor Power 100 for my work supporting #SagAftra members. Congratulations to all the 2026 honorees for keeping New York #UnionStrong!
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SAG-AFTRA remembers longtime union leader Shelley Fabares for her remarkable career and service to fellow performers. A #SagAftraMember since 1953 and former National Board member, she served on the SAG Awards Committee, 2003-2018, helping celebrate the work of performers.
SAG-AFTRA remembers longtime union leader Shelley Fabares for her remarkable career and service to fellow performers. A #SagAftraMember since 1953 and former National Board member, she served on the SAG Awards Committee, 2003-2018, helping celebrate the work of performers.
Shelley Fabares, Star of ‘Coach’ and ‘The Donna Reed Show,’ Dies at 82
Shelley Fabares died on Aug. 22 at the age of 82. She first enjoyed success as Mary on ‘The Donna Reed Show’ and later received Emmy nominations for her role on ‘Coach.’ She also had a No. 1 single with ‘Johnny Angel’ and starred in three movies with Elvis Presley.
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August 24, 2026 at 2:14 AM
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SAG-AFTRA remembers longtime union leader Shelley Fabares for her remarkable career and service to fellow performers. A #SagAftraMember since 1953 and former National Board member, she served on the SAG Awards Committee, 2003-2018, helping celebrate the work of performers.
SAG-AFTRA remembers longtime union leader Shelley Fabares for her remarkable career and service to fellow performers. A #SagAftraMember since 1953 and former National Board member, she served on the SAG Awards Committee, 2003-2018, helping celebrate the work of performers.
It was an honor to help mentor #UnionStrong leaders at the New Jersey AFL-CIO 30th Annual Joseph V. Egan School with @FrankPallone.govpeeps.us
August 11, 2026 at 2:34 AM
It was an honor to help mentor #UnionStrong leaders at the New Jersey AFL-CIO 30th Annual Joseph V. Egan School with @FrankPallone.govpeeps.us
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We are saddened by the passing of Vincent Pastore, a former SAG-AFTRA National & New York Board member. A #SagAftraMember since 1989, the dedicated unionist received a SAG Award in 2000 as part of 'The Sopranos' ensemble. Our condolences to his family, friends & colleagues.
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Vincent Pastore, best known for his role in "The Sopranos," dies at 80
Vincent Pastore played Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on all six seasons of "The Sopranos," which aired from 1999 to 2007.
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August 2, 2026 at 10:44 AM
We are saddened by the passing of Vincent Pastore, a former SAG-AFTRA National & New York Board member. A #SagAftraMember since 1989, the dedicated unionist received a SAG Award in 2000 as part of 'The Sopranos' ensemble. Our condolences to his family, friends & colleagues.
https://ow.ly/RoeA50ZvwjN
https://ow.ly/RoeA50ZvwjN
Thanks to first-in-the-nation legislation signed into law at the SAG-AFTRA, Amazon is requiring 3rd-party sellers to label photos/videos that feature AI-generated people. Thanks to @governor.ny.gov @sengianaris.bsky.social & @lindabrosenthal.bsky.social for enacting these vital protections.
July 29, 2026 at 2:02 PM
Thanks to first-in-the-nation legislation signed into law at the SAG-AFTRA, Amazon is requiring 3rd-party sellers to label photos/videos that feature AI-generated people. Thanks to @governor.ny.gov @sengianaris.bsky.social & @lindabrosenthal.bsky.social for enacting these vital protections.
Catching up with @NYSComptroller.bsky.social DiNapoli, NYS Assembly Labor Chair Harry Bronson, @NYSUT.bsky.social Pres. @MelindaJPerson.bsky.social @jaimeciffone.bsky.social & our union siblings. Thank you to @nysaflcio.bsky.social Pres. Cilento for continuing the work to keep New York #UnionStrong!
July 23, 2026 at 10:06 PM
Catching up with @NYSComptroller.bsky.social DiNapoli, NYS Assembly Labor Chair Harry Bronson, @NYSUT.bsky.social Pres. @MelindaJPerson.bsky.social @jaimeciffone.bsky.social & our union siblings. Thank you to @nysaflcio.bsky.social Pres. Cilento for continuing the work to keep New York #UnionStrong!
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SAG-AFTRA Statement on Meta Announcing the Removal of Muse Image AI Feature
“With the dangers of nonconsensual digital replicas well known to all, a feature that encouraged that behavior is unwise. We appreciate its discontinuance. It is the responsible thing to do.”
“With the dangers of nonconsensual digital replicas well known to all, a feature that encouraged that behavior is unwise. We appreciate its discontinuance. It is the responsible thing to do.”
July 11, 2026 at 2:58 AM
SAG-AFTRA Statement on Meta Announcing the Removal of Muse Image AI Feature
“With the dangers of nonconsensual digital replicas well known to all, a feature that encouraged that behavior is unwise. We appreciate its discontinuance. It is the responsible thing to do.”
“With the dangers of nonconsensual digital replicas well known to all, a feature that encouraged that behavior is unwise. We appreciate its discontinuance. It is the responsible thing to do.”
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Meta now lets anyone use your Instagram photos in AI images without your consent. SAG-AFTRA recommends that #SagAftraMembers (and all Instagram users) opt-OUT of Meta’s new AI image generation tool, Muse Image. Take action to protect your likeness.
July 10, 2026 at 1:17 AM
Meta now lets anyone use your Instagram photos in AI images without your consent. SAG-AFTRA recommends that #SagAftraMembers (and all Instagram users) opt-OUT of Meta’s new AI image generation tool, Muse Image. Take action to protect your likeness.
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SAG-AFTRA Statement on Meta’s New AI Image Generation Tool, Muse Image
Read more in the LA Times: https://ow.ly/F3sC50ZmfQu.
Read more in the LA Times: https://ow.ly/F3sC50ZmfQu.
July 9, 2026 at 11:44 PM
SAG-AFTRA Statement on Meta’s New AI Image Generation Tool, Muse Image
Read more in the LA Times: https://ow.ly/F3sC50ZmfQu.
Read more in the LA Times: https://ow.ly/F3sC50ZmfQu.
June 28, 2026 at 8:47 PM
“Leading the Fight for Progress Through Solidarity” with Lt. Gov Dale Caldwell, @aflcio.org Pres @lizshuler.bsky.social, @naacpmainline.bsky.social, Rep @Norcross.house.gov NJ DOL @kevinjarvis.bsky.social, @repnellie.bsky.social. We are #UnionStrong @ #NJAFLCIO Convention- #SagAftra in the house!
June 19, 2026 at 12:42 PM
“Leading the Fight for Progress Through Solidarity” with Lt. Gov Dale Caldwell, @aflcio.org Pres @lizshuler.bsky.social, @naacpmainline.bsky.social, Rep @Norcross.house.gov NJ DOL @kevinjarvis.bsky.social, @repnellie.bsky.social. We are #UnionStrong @ #NJAFLCIO Convention- #SagAftra in the house!
Last week’s @aflcio.org Constitutional Convention was filled with so many important conversations for advancing protections for #SagAftraMembers & all workers. Great to connect w/Liz Shuler, DM Julie Su, WGAE, AEA, AGMA and IATSE - Thank you @mnaflcio @mplsunions!
June 14, 2026 at 10:53 AM
Last week’s @aflcio.org Constitutional Convention was filled with so many important conversations for advancing protections for #SagAftraMembers & all workers. Great to connect w/Liz Shuler, DM Julie Su, WGAE, AEA, AGMA and IATSE - Thank you @mnaflcio @mplsunions!
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Earlier this week, an updated version of the NO FAKES Act was introduced in both the House and Senate, providing federal protections against the unauthorized use of digital replicas. We thank the bill’s cosponsors for their leadership on this important issue.
www.blackburn.senate.gov/2026/5/techn...
www.blackburn.senate.gov/2026/5/techn...
May 22, 2026 at 4:41 PM
Earlier this week, an updated version of the NO FAKES Act was introduced in both the House and Senate, providing federal protections against the unauthorized use of digital replicas. We thank the bill’s cosponsors for their leadership on this important issue.
www.blackburn.senate.gov/2026/5/techn...
www.blackburn.senate.gov/2026/5/techn...
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Deepfakes can affect anyone. Keep yourself and your fellow Americans protected in the digital age with the #NoFakesAct. Let Congress know you support NO FAKES by signing this letter: https://ow.ly/ke9K50Z2Qyc.
May 21, 2026 at 5:15 PM
Deepfakes can affect anyone. Keep yourself and your fellow Americans protected in the digital age with the #NoFakesAct. Let Congress know you support NO FAKES by signing this letter: https://ow.ly/ke9K50Z2Qyc.
The #TakeItDownAct was a team effort, and we are so proud to see it in effect! Thank you to our partners in the fight for AI protections. We are stronger together! Stay tuned for #NoFakes coming soon: ow.ly/WLTu50Z1Okz.
May 20, 2026 at 2:46 AM
The #TakeItDownAct was a team effort, and we are so proud to see it in effect! Thank you to our partners in the fight for AI protections. We are stronger together! Stay tuned for #NoFakes coming soon: ow.ly/WLTu50Z1Okz.
#NewYorkCityFC is in the house! Go #NYCFC! ⚽️⚽️⚽️
May 10, 2026 at 9:24 PM
#NewYorkCityFC is in the house! Go #NYCFC! ⚽️⚽️⚽️
So lovely to be recognized once again by #SchnepsMedia on their 2026 Manhattan Power List for my work on behalf of #SagAftraMembers. Congratulations to all the fellow Manhattan Power Players, it’s an honor to share this recognition with you all.
May 9, 2026 at 1:29 PM
So lovely to be recognized once again by #SchnepsMedia on their 2026 Manhattan Power List for my work on behalf of #SagAftraMembers. Congratulations to all the fellow Manhattan Power Players, it’s an honor to share this recognition with you all.
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Good luck to our WNBPA union sisters as they tip off their season tonight playing with a transformational new union contract!
Women’s basketball is #BetterInAUnion ✊
Women’s basketball is #BetterInAUnion ✊
May 8, 2026 at 11:17 PM
Good luck to our WNBPA union sisters as they tip off their season tonight playing with a transformational new union contract!
Women’s basketball is #BetterInAUnion ✊
Women’s basketball is #BetterInAUnion ✊
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We honor the life and 60+ year career of broadcaster John Sterling. Best known as the radio voice of the Yankees, he brought energy and unforgettable calls to every game. He transformed moments on the field into lasting memories. #SagAftraMember since 1964 https://ow.ly/eovn50YUEXo
John Sterling, Yankees broadcaster known for enduring home run calls, dies at 87
Jon Sterling, the theatrical New York Yankees radio broadcaster known for extravagant, individualized home run calls, has died, the team and radio station WFAN announced Monday
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May 4, 2026 at 5:47 PM
We honor the life and 60+ year career of broadcaster John Sterling. Best known as the radio voice of the Yankees, he brought energy and unforgettable calls to every game. He transformed moments on the field into lasting memories. #SagAftraMember since 1964 https://ow.ly/eovn50YUEXo
In Albany discussing NY #FAIRNewsAct introduced by Sen @patriciafahy46.bsky.social & Assm @nilyrozic.bsky.social. The bill protects journalists with guardrails around AI use in the workplace. Thanks to @nysaflcio.bsky.social,
@WGAEast.bsky.social, @NYGuild.bsky.social, @samwheeler.bsky.social
@WGAEast.bsky.social, @NYGuild.bsky.social, @samwheeler.bsky.social
May 7, 2026 at 9:46 PM
In Albany discussing NY #FAIRNewsAct introduced by Sen @patriciafahy46.bsky.social & Assm @nilyrozic.bsky.social. The bill protects journalists with guardrails around AI use in the workplace. Thanks to @nysaflcio.bsky.social,
@WGAEast.bsky.social, @NYGuild.bsky.social, @samwheeler.bsky.social
@WGAEast.bsky.social, @NYGuild.bsky.social, @samwheeler.bsky.social