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New Pride At Work Chapter Starting in Connecticut

13 Aug, 2026

Pride At Work is an AFL-CIO constituency group that brings together LGBTQIA+ union members and allies to strengthen solidarity, advocate for equality, and build power in our workplaces.

AFL-CIO Report Shows Top CEOs Made 312 Times Workers' Pay in 2025

13 Aug, 2026

New research shows S&P 500 CEOs received $22.8 million on average in 2025, a 21% increase from the previous year, while working people struggle to make ends meet.

Protect Workers’ Retirements from Wall Street’s Crypto Gambling

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Meet the Woman on the Brink of Transforming Labor in America for the Young and Reshuffling Workforce

When Liz Shuler rides on an airplane, she often has an experience that will be familiar to most travelers: Her seat mate asks, "What do you do?"

02, Dec, 2021

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‘Hold the Line’: Rocker Tom Morello Releases Strike Anthem

World-famous rock artist Tom Morello (AFM) is known for his decades of performing music that cries out for justice. Throughout his time as the frontman for the band Rage Against the Machine, Morello has been a cultural icon and a force for change.

18, Nov, 2021

How to help group home workers on strike

Last week marked the start of the second month that group home workers at Surnise have been on strike for a living wage, affordable healthcare, and a secure retirement.

17, Nov, 2021

Union-Busting Is Disgusting: John Oliver Rips Anti-Union Employers

Comedian and host John Oliver hilariously exposed union-busting employers on Sunday’s edition of his show, “Last Week Tonight.”

16, Nov, 2021

Council 4 Unplugged Interviews New CT AFL-CIO Leaders

Council 4 Unplugged co-hosts Renee Hamel and Larry Dorman visit with the newly elected Connecticut AFL-CIO leaders, President Ed Hawthorne and Executive Vice President Shellye Davis.

15, Nov, 2021

Liz Shuler: Seeing a Bigger Role for Women in the Labor Movement

NYT: How did you get your start in the labor movement?

15, Nov, 2021