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New Jersey State AFL-CIO Records Gargantuan Volunteer Turnout as Labor Walks Continue to Boost Union Voter Turnout Throughout State
Posted OnOctober 3, 2022 byThe New Jersey State AFL-CIO continued its weekly door-to-door union voter education effort as hundreds of union volunteers gathered in locations around the state before hitting the streets in support of the labor federation’s endorsed candidates. The energy at each location was electric as volunteers caught up with old friends and made new connections before being…Read More
New Jersey State AFL-CIO Launches Massive Labor Walks Throughout the State as Labor Aims to Win in November
Posted OnSeptember 24, 2022 byThe New Jersey State AFL-CIO today launched a massive door-to-door voter education effort as it worked to mobilize the members of our affiliated unions to support our endorsed candidates for congress as well as county, municipal and school board offices throughout the state. You can help ensure that the voice of organized labor is heard from Washington D.C….Read More
$100 Million Back Tax Payment by Uber Highlights New Jersey Independent Contractor Misclassification Enforcement
Posted OnSeptember 13, 2022 byAs news broke about the $100 million back tax payment paid to the State of New Jersey by Uber and its subsidiary, Riser, the New Jersey State AFL-CIO expressed its support for the Murphy Administration in their enforcement of laws concerning employee misclassification of workers as independent contractors. “This illustrates that the gig is up,…Read More
Public Employees Rally to Oppose Drastic Increases in Health Insurance Costs
Posted OnSeptember 13, 2022 byThe New Jersey State AFL-CIO was proud to stand shoulder to shoulder in solidarity with our brothers and sisters in the public sector as they held a lunch time rally at the State House today. As the state and local governments continue to grapple with double digit proposed health insurance premium increases for public…Read More
17th Annual WILD Conference: Empowerment Through Cultural Change
Posted OnAugust 30, 2022 byThe 17h Annual WILD Conference, held at the Hilton East Brunswick, convened more than 160 union sisters from every sector of organized labor, demonstrating the centrality of women to our labor movement today and throughout history. From August 26-27, 2022, our union sisters joined in an impactful discussion and training to address challenges faced by…Read More
26th Annual Labor Candidates School Provides Union Member Political Candidates with the Skills to Win
Posted OnAugust 14, 2022 byOver the weekend, the New Jersey State AFL-CIO hosted its 26th annual Labor Candidates School featuring a graduating class of 24 union members running for office as first-time candidates. Additionally, many alumnae opted to join the school for a refresher course, as the Labor Candidates School provides training in the most up-to-date campaign techniques, which…Read More
New Jersey State AFL-CIO Hails Passage of Bill to Expand Benefits to Veterans Exposed to Burn Pits
Posted OnAugust 4, 2022 byThe New Jersey State AFL-CIO today hailed the US Senate for passing legislation, known as the PACT Act, designed to expand medical benefits for veterans exposed to toxic “burn pits.” Burn pits are used in the military to dispose of materiel, trash, and other refuse for waste management and to prevent useful items from falling into enemy hands. Burning…Read More
FY2023 Budget Invests in Tax Relief, Pensions, Infrastructure, and the Future
Posted OnJune 30, 2022 byThe New Jersey State AFL-CIO supports the FY2023 state budget package for its commitment to help working families struggling with inflation and economic uncertainty, while making crucial investments in building infrastructure and continuing its commitment to fully funding pensions and the school funding formula. The new ANCHOR property tax program will provide a historic $2…Read More
New Jersey State AFL-CIO Announces 2022 Endorsements For U.S. House and Labor Candidates for Elected Offices Throughout the State
Posted OnJune 22, 2022 byFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, June 22, 2022 CONTACT: Charles Wowkanech President (609) 989-8730 PRESS RELEASE New Jersey State AFL-CIO Announces 2022 Endorsements For U.S. House and Labor Candidates for Elected Offices Throughout the State ATLANTIC CITY, NJ – Today, the New Jersey State AFL-CIO gathered with over 300 delegates and guests from affiliated unions…Read More
New Jersey State AFL-CIO Supports UNITE HERE! Local 54 in Strike for Higher Wages
Posted OnJune 16, 2022 byThe New Jersey State AFL-CIO supports the workers of UNITE HERE! Local 54, who voted today to allow its negotiating committee to authorize strikes against their casino employers. The hospitality workers of Local 54 have been working without a contract for several weeks as negotiations for a new contract have stalled over wage increases for workers. Amidst record profits for casinos,…Read More