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A historical illustration of the Haymarket Riots in black and white featuring workers protesting in front of a building and smoke

Secretary-Treasurer Fred Redmond on May Day: The Fight for Justice Is a Global One

This May Day, the secretary-treasurer of the AFL-CIO recounts the chilling effect the Haymarket Square massacre in Chicago had on union activism.

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25 Things You Need to Know from the 2023 Death on the Job Report

This 2023 edition of Death on the Job: The Toll of Neglect marks the 32nd year the AFL-CIO has produced a report on the state of safety and health protections for America’s workers.

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SIGN: Confirm Julie Su for Labor Secretary

Julie Su’s record speaks for itself. As a young attorney representing trafficked Thai garment workers outside of Los Angeles, she won $4 million in stolen wages. Her case set a huge precedent, and that was just the beginning of a storied career.

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Milwaukee Area Labor Council Swears-in 2023-2025 Officers and Executive Board

On April 5th, the 2023-2025 Officers and Executive Board of the Milwaukee Area Labor Council were sworn in by
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Support the Rainbowland Choir

The Pride at Work Milwaukee Chapter is suspending its regular meeting till NEXT WEEK Wednesday, 4/19 at 5:30pm on Zoom to stand in solidarity with students in Waukesha: Rainbowland Choir Wednesday, April 12 at 5:30pm Lindholm Administration Building- SDW 222 Maple Ave.
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