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Supreme Court Ruling Is an Outright Attack on the Fundamental Rights of Working People

In response to the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling in Louisiana v. Callais , AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler and AFL-CIO Secretary-Treasurer Fred Redmond issued the following statement: Today, the Supreme Court executed a devastating blow to the Voting Rights Act and an outright attack on the fundamental
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Job Posting: Political Director

The Connecticut AFL-CIO is seeking an experienced and passionate Political Director to lead our electoral efforts as we prepare for the 2026 elections.
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Job Posting: Political Director
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CT AFL-CIO Stands with Workers Forming a Union at Mystic Seaport

The Connecticut AFL-CIO proudly recognizes the dedicated workers of Mystic Seaport Museum for taking the courageous step of filing for a union election and beginning their effort to organize a union. "On behalf of the Connecticut AFL-CIO, I want to commend the workers at Mystic Seaport for their
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IAM Local 1746 Community Service Committee & Women's Committee
IAM Local 1746 Members Continue 30-Year Tradition of Giving Back

IAM Local 1746 Members Continue 30-Year Tradition of Giving Back

IAM Local 1746 members once again showed the true meaning of solidarity and service through this year’s annual Coat and Winter Accessory Drive, organized by the Community Service Committee, made up mainly of the same dedicated members who also serve on the Women’s Committee.

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Barnes & Noble Workers in North Haven Ratify a First Contract
Bookstore Workers in North Haven Stand Together for a Strong, First Contract

Bookstore Workers in North Haven Stand Together for a Strong, First Contract

After months of negotiations, members of UFCW Local 919 who work at the Barnes & Noble store in North Haven, Conn., unanimously ratified their first union contract on Nov. 23.

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01 May

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May Day is about solidarity for all working people.

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