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Airport Workers United @goodairports.bsky.social · 2d

Housing should not be a luxury for airport service workers!

DFW Workers earn $13.40–$14.83/hr, but need $28/hr for a 1-bedroom!

Airport Workers United @goodairports.bsky.social · 2d

When airport workers can’t afford rent, turnover rises & safety suffers. @cityofphoenixaz.bsky.social & @mayorgallego.bsky.social, it’s time to hold airlines like @americanair.bsky.social accountable. $25/hr for airport workers NOW!

Without a living wage Phoenix airport workers
making poverty wages work more days just to make rent!

Airport Workers United @goodairports.bsky.social · 3d

Low pay and high turnover make airports less safe. We are here to change that.

@charlottegov.bsky.social: it’s time to hold airlines like @americanair.bsky.social accountable and protect workers & passengers.

At Charlotte Airport a Wendy’s meal costs more than what airport workers make in 1 hour!

Airport Workers United @goodairports.bsky.social · 4d

In solidarity with KPTU Airport workers on strike!

Fair Contract NOW!

#KPTU @seiu.org

Airport workers standing in solidarity w/ KPTU Airport workers on strike!

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Rocío Sáenz @seiusaenz.bsky.social · 6d

No matter how Republicans try to spin it, this shutdown isn’t about balancing the budget. It’s about the rich getting richer while working people still can’t access affordable health care, can’t afford groceries, and live in fear of being separated from their families.

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April Verrett @seiupres.bsky.social · 5d

Every worker benefits from a union.
Whether you type code, balance books, or clean offices, collective power means job security, fair pay, and a voice that can’t be ignored. #UnionsForAll

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SEIU_ORG @seiu.org · 4d

We don’t have the funds for basic health care, but when it comes to tearing apart families and terrorizing communities, the budget is unlimited. Shameful, chaotic shutdown.

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Airport Workers United @goodairports.bsky.social · 6d

They cut services for families, but fund raids, detention & massive tax cuts for big business. Enough.

On Oct 18, Black, brown, white and AAPI workers in their unions are fighting back & building power.

Take action: seiu.co/OCT18

#NoKings

No Kings

As the president escalates his authoritarian power grab, the NO KINGS non-violent movement continues to rise stronger. We are united once again to remind the world: America has No Kings and the power ...

seiu.co

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Airport Workers United @goodairports.bsky.social · 7d

Making $14.50/hr isn’t enough. Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport workers are fighting for a $25/hr wage so we can care for our families with dignity and respect!

“The low wages make it really challenging to keep up with my bills and I barely have any money to get by. A higher wage would allow me to not have to stress about how I’m going to get my bills paid and I would have more money to help provide for my family.” Nas Johnson, PHX AIRPORT WORKER

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SEIU_ORG @seiu.org · 7d

While politicians in DC argue, working people pay the price. Audrey cleans the Smithsonian. Tiara protects it. Maria keeps federal buildings spotless. 

All three are losing income & sleep as the government shutdown drags on.

Shutdowns don’t punish politicians—they punish people.
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‘I don’t know how I’m going to feed my kids’: Shutdown hits federal contractors hard | CNN Business

Unlike federal employees, contractors typically don’t receive backpay when the government reopens from a shutdown. Low-wage service workers, including cleaners, janitors, security guards, cafeteria wo...

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SEIU Local 925 @seiu925.bsky.social · 7d

On Oct 18, union members & working people from all races and places will rise together to protect each other, our families, our futures and our communities.

JOIN US! Find an event near you: bit.ly/nokings-find-event

#NoKings #UnionsForAll

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Rocío Sáenz @seiusaenz.bsky.social · 11d

Congratulations to the gig drivers who fought for years to win the right to form a union. You did that! This is the power every single worker holds when we join together to demand dignity and respect. When we fight, we win!

SEIU California @seiuca.org · 11d

BREAKING: Gig drivers WON. Governor GavinNewsom just signed #AB1340 into law – giving 800,000+ drivers the right to form a union and bargain with Uber & Lyft. Worker power made this victory happen.💜

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April Verrett @seiupres.bsky.social · 8d

The Trump admin wants to RAISE healthcare prices with a stagnant federal minimum wage?

Americans are literally sick and tired of high bills and low pay.

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SEIU_ORG @seiu.org · 9d

Maga Republicans shut down the government instead of making healthcare affordable. Working families are paying the price while billionaires stay untouched. Working people won’t stay silent. Stand with us and demand a budget that puts people first. 💜🔥

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Airport Workers United @goodairports.bsky.social · 10d

No one should have to work two jobs just to make ends meet. That’s why we’re fighting for a $25/hr wage for Phoenix Sky Harbor airport workers and stronger protections against extreme heat!

"I have to work two jobs at the airport to be able to provide for my family. There are days I only get to sleep 2 hr/night. It's exhausting but I have no choice. A living wage of $25/hr would allow me to work just one job and spend more time with my family." Theophile Banganyigabo,
PHX Airport Worker

Airport Workers United @goodairports.bsky.social · 10d

While American Airlines posts record revenue, high turnover continues to put safety at risk. Phoenix City Council, if airlines won’t act, it’s time to protect Phoenix workers!

“While the major airlines rack in record revenue, many of us are paid poverty level wages and put our health on the line for our jobs.” Nicole Ray, Passenger Service Agent, PHX

Airport Workers United @goodairports.bsky.social · 11d

Gig drivers are unstoppable! Today Gov. Gavin Newsom signed #AB1340 into law, empowering hundreds of thousands of gig drivers the right to a union and to collectively bargaining with companies like Uber and Lyft. This is what worker power looks like!

Gig Drivers win right to form a union. AB1340 signed into law.

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Fight For A Union @fightforaunion.bsky.social · 11d

California gig drivers now have the RIGHT to form a union and negotiate with Uber, Lyft, and other rideshare companies.

#AB1340 is a gamechanger! Now gig drivers can bargain together for better working conditions and respect!

Poster celebrating the victory of gig drivers' right to form a union, featuring a group of individuals holding a banner reading 'WE ARE THE CA GIG WORKERS UNION' in front of a government building, with text 'AB 1340 SIGNED INTO LAW VICTORY!' at the top.

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April Verrett @seiupres.bsky.social · 13d

In case POTUS forgot… we don’t have kings in America! The MAGA regime & its enablers are going to extremes to empower & enrich themselves, while cutting jobs & services for the rest of us.

On Oct 18, join with working people to fight back & build power: seiu.co/OCT18 ✊🏾

No Kings

As the president escalates his authoritarian power grab, the NO KINGS non-violent movement continues to rise stronger. We are united once again to remind the world: America has No Kings and the power ...

seiu.co

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April Verrett @seiupres.bsky.social · 11d

The Trump Administration is threatening to fire thousands of federal workers. Thousands of Americans left without jobs. WORKERS ARE NOT YOUR PAWNS.

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Starbucks Workers United @sbworkersunited.org · 11d

Atlanta is ready to strike if Starbucks doesn't return to the bargaining table!

ATLANTA IS A UNION TOWN 🗣️

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SEIU_ORG @seiu.org · 12d

Here’s the bottom line: Trump’s chaotic shutdown isn’t hurting the wealthy. It's hurting kids and families who are losing child care and food assistance. Workers and families are owed stability, not political games.
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Federal Shutdown Reflects Trump’s Chaotic Government; Children and Families Pay the Price | CLASP

In a functioning government, this budget would be free from interference by a presidential administration. Instead, the administration is manufacturing chaos and dysfunction to continue to weaken the ...

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SEIU_ORG @seiu.org · 11d

Black and Brown school-age children were zip-tied and dragged out of bed in the middle of the night. Americans should be outraged. ICE and this administration's immigration actions against American families have gone too far, and they must end now. chicago.suntimes.com/immigration/...

Massive immigration raid on Chicago apartment building leaves residents reeling: 'I feel defeated'

The Department of Homeland Security said federal agents with Border Patrol, the FBI and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives arrested 37 people in the raid.

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Airport Workers United @goodairports.bsky.social · 12d

ICYMI: Last week, Phoenix Sky Harbor airport service workers, allies, and community leaders joined Congresswoman Yassamin Ansari for a Workers’ Affordability Town Hall.

We’re fighting for a $25/hr min wage & heat protections! If airlines like American Airlines won’t act, Phoenix City Council must.

Airport service workers at town hall with Congresswoman Yassamin Ansari.

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Starbucks Workers United @sbworkersunited.org · 13d

Just practicing... for now.

Starbucks workers across the country are ready to strike if necessary. Let's get those contracts finalized, Starbucks!

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