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California Federation of Labor Unions @californialabor.bsky.social · 7h

Kent was completely devoted to the principles and cause of the labor movement. We will honor his legacy and life's work through our continued and endless pursuit of justice for all workers.

California Federation of Labor Unions @californialabor.bsky.social · 7h

He was committed to the fight for racial and immigrant justice and was the founding president of the Asian Pacific American Labor Alliance, AFL-CIO. (cont)

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California Federation of Labor Unions @californialabor.bsky.social · 7h

Kent's leadership helped shape UCLA Labor Center into the powerhouse institution that it is today. Kent also dedicated his time to educating and mentoring students and helping young organizers develop their skills. (cont)

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California Federation of Labor Unions @californialabor.bsky.social · 7h

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Kent Wong, former director of the UCLA Labor Center, a giant of the labor movement and a passionate, tireless advocate for working people. (cont)

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California Federation of Labor Unions @californialabor.bsky.social · 1d

In ONE night, California union members called more than 100,000 voters to tell them about the importance of voting YES ON PROP 50! Next week, we're going to shatter that record - stay tuned. 🔥 #YesonProp50 #UnionStrong

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California Federation of Labor Unions @californialabor.bsky.social · 1d

On this #LatinaEqualPayDay, it is UNACCEPTABLE that in California, Latinas make just 49 cents for every dollar their white, male co-workers make. This is why we need STRONG UNIONS, to fight to close that pay gap! Let's #UnionizeCalifornia!

Latinas in California make 49 cents on the dollar of their white male counterpart. The best way to close the Latina pay gap? A UNION CONTRACT!

Tackle inequality, UNIONIZE CALIFORNIA.

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California Federation of Labor Unions @californialabor.bsky.social · 2d

TONIGHT! Put on your ball cap and join us at 5 p.m. for our statewide virtual phone bank as we call union members and tell them the importance of voting YES ON PROP 50! Featuring special guest Rep. Ro Khanna!

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AFL-CIO @aflcio.org · 3d

Life-changing decisions about worker hiring, firing and discipline must be made by humans, not AI. The California state legislature passed #SB7 to protect working people from soulless robo-bosses. We urge @governor.ca.gov to stand with workers and sign this landmark bill into law.

California Federation of Labor Unions @californialabor.bsky.social · 3d

ATTN @governor.ca.gov

#SB7 is sitting on your desk awaiting signature, it bans employers from using AI to discipline or fire workers without human oversight. This is a national priority bill for the labor movement, backed by @aflcio.org President @lizshuler.bsky.social (1/5)

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California Federation of Labor Unions @californialabor.bsky.social · 3d

We at @californialabor.bsky.social urge you to do the right thing, and sign #SB7, a historic, first-in-the-nation bill, into law. America is watching. Let California lead the way. ➡️ (5/5)

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California Federation of Labor Unions @californialabor.bsky.social · 3d

Look at who is opposing #SB7: Billion-dollar corporations like DoorDash, Uber and Lyft that care only about their bottom line. By signing #SB7, you can lead the nation on workers' rights AND innovation. (4/5)

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California Federation of Labor Unions @californialabor.bsky.social · 3d

And as President Shuler notes, people WANT laws like #SB7. A recent survey found that 70% of Californians want STRONG AI LAWS, especially around privacy and discrimination. This is the will of the people! (3/5)

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California Federation of Labor Unions @californialabor.bsky.social · 3d

In President Shuler’s letter, she wrote that “California has the opportunity with #SB7 to lead the nation and establish some vital protections for workers during this rapidly accelerating era of AI.” (2/5)

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California Federation of Labor Unions @californialabor.bsky.social · 3d

ATTN @governor.ca.gov

#SB7 is sitting on your desk awaiting signature, it bans employers from using AI to discipline or fire workers without human oversight. This is a national priority bill for the labor movement, backed by @aflcio.org President @lizshuler.bsky.social (1/5)

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California Federation of Labor Unions @californialabor.bsky.social · 4d

This weekend, California union members once again took to the streets to talk to voters about the importance of voting YES ON PROP 50! When we fight, we win! ✊

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California Federation of Labor Unions @californialabor.bsky.social · 6d

This coming Tuesday, Oct. 7, get your peanuts and crackerjacks and get ready for a fun night of calling union members and telling them about the importance of voting YES ON PROP 50! It's Baseball All-Star Night, with special guest, Rep. Ro Khanna!

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California Federation of Labor Unions @californialabor.bsky.social · 7d

FOR THE FIRST TIME, @californialabor.bsky.social President @lorenagonzalez.bsky.social weighs in on OpenAI, slamming the company for backing efforts to fight AI regulations at the state and federal level while offering community grant funding. "Workers do not want handouts from OpenAI."

Head of California Federation of Labor Unions slams OpenAI for blocking efforts to regulate AI abuses at work - California Federation of Labor Unions

Release Date: October 2, 2025 Media Contact: Shubhangi Domokos, [email protected], (916) 934-6963 Head of California Federation of Labor Unions slams OpenAI for blocking efforts to regulate AI ...

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California Federation of Labor Unions @californialabor.bsky.social · 8d

More than 100 academic experts urge @governor.ca.gov to sign #SB7.

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California Federation of Labor Unions @californialabor.bsky.social · 8d

@governor.ca.gov, you have a chance to once again lead the nation with a landmark law that other states can follow. We urge you to sign #SB7 into law, to protect workers. As our president @lorenagonzalez.bsky.social says, “Bosses should have souls.” Let’s make history together. (6/6)

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California Federation of Labor Unions @californialabor.bsky.social · 8d

The academics went on to write that #SB7 is “a necessary first step” for ensuring that employer AI platforms “are fair, transparent and serve the public interest.” You can read the letter here: bit.ly/4pRkoU4 (5/6)

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California Federation of Labor Unions @californialabor.bsky.social · 8d

But don’t just take it from us! More than 100 academic experts, from universities ranging from UC Berkeley to MIT, have all weighed in on #SB7. In a letter to you, they wrote that #SB7 is “exactly the kind of innovation we need.” (4/6)

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California Federation of Labor Unions @californialabor.bsky.social · 8d

You have rightly criticized the Trump Administration’s “Let it rip” mentality toward AI that disregards the safety and wellbeing of workers. As California’s top defender, you have a chance with #SB7 to send a message to the White House: “Not in California!” (3/6)

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California Federation of Labor Unions @californialabor.bsky.social · 8d

This is a first-in-the-nation bill; America is watching and all eyes are on California to do the right thing and sign #SB7 into law. It’s what the people want. In fact, a recent survey found that 70% of Californians want to see strong AI laws, especially around privacy and discrimination. (2/6)

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California Federation of Labor Unions @californialabor.bsky.social · 8d

🚨🚨 ATTENTION @governor.ca.gov 🚨🚨
@californialabor.bsky.social sponsored #SB7 is sitting on your desk, awaiting your signature. This bill enacts common sense AI safeguards by making sure that human workers cannot be disciplined or fired by an algorithm. (1/6)

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California Federation of Labor Unions @californialabor.bsky.social · 8d

Shame on them all.

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California Federation of Labor Unions @californialabor.bsky.social · 9d

California made history today!

Governor Newsom Signs Sweeping Labor Law Reform Protecting California Workers’ Union Rights from Federal Attacks - California Federation of Labor Unions

Release Date: September 30, 2025 Media Contact: Shubhangi Domokos, [email protected], (916) 934-6963 Governor Newsom Signs Sweeping Labor Law Reform Protecting California Workers’ Union Rights ...

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