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AFL-CIO’s Shuler: State of the Unions is Strong with Record Public Support, Unprecedented Activism and Organizing this Labor Day

88% of people under 30 view unions favorably—a record-breaking level of support from young workers

71% of Americans support unions—majorities of Republicans and Independents

31, Aug, 2023

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: UAW Votes 97% in Favor of Strike Authorization

Working people across the United States have stepped up to help out our friends, neighbors and communities during these trying times. In our Service & Solidarity Spotlight series, we'll showcase one of these stories every day. Here’s today’s story.

31, Aug, 2023

Proposed OSHA Rule Will Make Workplaces Safer

Statement from AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler on this week's announcement that the Department of Labor will propose a new rule clarifying regulations on authorized employee representation during workplace inspections:

31, Aug, 2023

New Poll—Summer of Strikes: Strong Majority of Voters Support the WGA and SAG-AFTRA Strikes, Overwhelmingly Agree with Key Demands

67% of Likely Voters Support Striking Workers, Only 18% Oppose; This support Cuts Across Party Lines, with 68% of Independents Showing Support for Workers

23, Aug, 2023

AFL-CIO: Economy Gains 187,000 Jobs in July; Unemployment Little Changed at 3.5%

The U.S. economy gained 187,000 jobs in July, and the unemployment rate was little changed at 3.5%, according to figures released Friday morning by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

15, Aug, 2023

AFL-CIO: Biden Administration’s Wage Boost for Construction Workers Is a Win for Working People

Statement from AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler commending the Department of Labor’s final rule on Davis–Bacon prevailing wage regulations:

15, Aug, 2023