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PA-AFL CIO Announces Days of Action Campaign in Honor of Richard Trumka

AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka (1949-2021) In honor of the life and legacy of the late AFL-CIO President and Pennsylvania native Richard L. Trumka, the Pennsylvania AFL-CIO is organizing a Richard L. Trumka Days of Action campaign. We are asking that Central Labor Councils and affiliates plan a community services project of their choosing for the week of November 8th through the 13th. Read More

Pennsylvania AFL-CIO Applauds Governor Wolf’s Pro-Worker Package

(HARRISBURG, PA) Across the Commonwealth and the country, working people are rising up to demand better treatment and fair employment. Today, Governor Tom Wolf announced a package that recognizes workers’ rights on the job. The officers of the Pennsylvania AFL-CIO issued the following statements: “We are interested in the Governor’s announcement today. Read More

Labor in Action: Community Services Across the Mid-State

The Blair/Bedford Central Labor Council, Lancaster Central Labor Council, and AFSCME DC 90 organized three community service projects that made a difference in their communities. The Altoona Mirror recognized the Blair/Bedford CLC for its work around Hunger. In 2020 and 2021, the Blair Bedford CLC raised $15,000 for local food pantries. Read More