Texas AFL-CIO
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We’re the state labor federation representing 250,000+ union members. We fight for all Texas workers!
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Happy Thanksgiving from America’s unions!
We’re so thankful for our unions and for working people everywhere, and we’re grateful for your solidarity. We hope that you have a fun, safe and meaningful day.
We’re so thankful for our unions and for working people everywhere, and we’re grateful for your solidarity. We hope that you have a fun, safe and meaningful day.
November 27, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Happy Thanksgiving from America’s unions!
We’re so thankful for our unions and for working people everywhere, and we’re grateful for your solidarity. We hope that you have a fun, safe and meaningful day.
We’re so thankful for our unions and for working people everywhere, and we’re grateful for your solidarity. We hope that you have a fun, safe and meaningful day.
🚨 TAKE ACTION: Tell Congress: restore federal workers’ union rights NOW!
This isn’t about political parties. Federal workers come from all walks of life. We need every representative—Republican or Democrat—who says they support working people to vote for the Protect America’s Workforce Act.
This isn’t about political parties. Federal workers come from all walks of life. We need every representative—Republican or Democrat—who says they support working people to vote for the Protect America’s Workforce Act.
CALL: Pass the Protect America’s Workforce Act in the House of Representatives
CALL: Pass the Protect America’s Workforce Act in the House of Representatives It's time to get this done for America's workers.
act.aflcio.org
November 26, 2025 at 6:19 PM
🚨 TAKE ACTION: Tell Congress: restore federal workers’ union rights NOW!
This isn’t about political parties. Federal workers come from all walks of life. We need every representative—Republican or Democrat—who says they support working people to vote for the Protect America’s Workforce Act.
This isn’t about political parties. Federal workers come from all walks of life. We need every representative—Republican or Democrat—who says they support working people to vote for the Protect America’s Workforce Act.
🎟️ REGISTER NOW: Get your early bird tickets for our 2026 COPE Convention!
Join us in Georgetown on Jan. 24-25, where union delegates will vote on statewide endorsements, learn new political tactics, and build our Texas labor movement! Details: texasaflcioconvention.org
Join us in Georgetown on Jan. 24-25, where union delegates will vote on statewide endorsements, learn new political tactics, and build our Texas labor movement! Details: texasaflcioconvention.org
November 25, 2025 at 11:18 PM
🎟️ REGISTER NOW: Get your early bird tickets for our 2026 COPE Convention!
Join us in Georgetown on Jan. 24-25, where union delegates will vote on statewide endorsements, learn new political tactics, and build our Texas labor movement! Details: texasaflcioconvention.org
Join us in Georgetown on Jan. 24-25, where union delegates will vote on statewide endorsements, learn new political tactics, and build our Texas labor movement! Details: texasaflcioconvention.org
No worker should have to risk their life in the Texas heat so a billionaire can make a few extra pennies!
“People are shocked that we would have to make sure that cool water be provided on these worksites,” said @theemrhammer.bsky.social, of the Texas State Building & Construction Trades Council.
“People are shocked that we would have to make sure that cool water be provided on these worksites,” said @theemrhammer.bsky.social, of the Texas State Building & Construction Trades Council.
Texas Workers Keep Dying in the Heat - Inside Climate News
Despite its blazing temperatures, Texas has no labor protections for heat. That leaves workers, especially immigrants, vulnerable on the job.
insideclimatenews.org
November 24, 2025 at 9:15 PM
No worker should have to risk their life in the Texas heat so a billionaire can make a few extra pennies!
“People are shocked that we would have to make sure that cool water be provided on these worksites,” said @theemrhammer.bsky.social, of the Texas State Building & Construction Trades Council.
“People are shocked that we would have to make sure that cool water be provided on these worksites,” said @theemrhammer.bsky.social, of the Texas State Building & Construction Trades Council.
MC3 pre-apprenticeship programs provide hands-on training & a path to life-changing union apprenticeships.
Antonio is one of 100 graduates who completed the Texas Construction Career Pathways program! Learn more & apply at texasccp.com
Antonio is one of 100 graduates who completed the Texas Construction Career Pathways program! Learn more & apply at texasccp.com
November 23, 2025 at 1:13 AM
MC3 pre-apprenticeship programs provide hands-on training & a path to life-changing union apprenticeships.
Antonio is one of 100 graduates who completed the Texas Construction Career Pathways program! Learn more & apply at texasccp.com
Antonio is one of 100 graduates who completed the Texas Construction Career Pathways program! Learn more & apply at texasccp.com
“We are not backing down," said @cwa-tseu.bsky.social President Ilesa Daniels Ross. “TSEU will continue to defend public workers and the mission of public education in Texas.” (via @universitystar.bsky.social)
Texas State University System upholds firing of former history professor
At its Nov. 20 quarterly meeting, the Texas State University System (TSUS) Board of Regents unanimously upheld the termination of former associate history professor Thomas Alter. Alter was terminated ...
universitystar.com
November 21, 2025 at 4:29 PM
“We are not backing down," said @cwa-tseu.bsky.social President Ilesa Daniels Ross. “TSEU will continue to defend public workers and the mission of public education in Texas.” (via @universitystar.bsky.social)
Don’t just give thanks, buy union-made this Thanksgiving! 🦃
November 20, 2025 at 11:03 PM
Don’t just give thanks, buy union-made this Thanksgiving! 🦃
More than 30 union members representing eight unions joined us in #Waco last night for our Labor Town Hall! Folks are ready to get engaged, refine our messaging, and organize to win.
We’re heading across the state to talk to union members in every region — stay tuned!
We’re heading across the state to talk to union members in every region — stay tuned!
November 20, 2025 at 8:48 PM
More than 30 union members representing eight unions joined us in #Waco last night for our Labor Town Hall! Folks are ready to get engaged, refine our messaging, and organize to win.
We’re heading across the state to talk to union members in every region — stay tuned!
We’re heading across the state to talk to union members in every region — stay tuned!
🚨 TAKE ACTION: We need every representative—Republican or Democrat—who says they support working people to vote for the Protect America’s Workforce Act.
This forced vote will happen in just a few days. Tell Congress: restore federal workers’ union rights NOW!
This forced vote will happen in just a few days. Tell Congress: restore federal workers’ union rights NOW!
CALL: Pass the Protect America’s Workforce Act in the House of Representatives
CALL: Pass the Protect America’s Workforce Act in the House of Representatives It's time to get this done for America's workers.
act.aflcio.org
November 19, 2025 at 3:52 PM
🚨 TAKE ACTION: We need every representative—Republican or Democrat—who says they support working people to vote for the Protect America’s Workforce Act.
This forced vote will happen in just a few days. Tell Congress: restore federal workers’ union rights NOW!
This forced vote will happen in just a few days. Tell Congress: restore federal workers’ union rights NOW!
While Donald Trump sought to impose a corrupt, self-serving map on Texas, working people across the nation rejected that effort!
This ruling affirms that the voices of workers – not the influence of billionaires – must guide our democracy. (via @texastribune.org)
This ruling affirms that the voices of workers – not the influence of billionaires – must guide our democracy. (via @texastribune.org)
Federal court blocks new Texas congressional map for 2026
The decision is a major blow for Republicans, in Texas and nationally, who pushed through the mid-decade redistricting at the behest of President Donald Trump. Attorney General Ken Paxton said he woul...
www.texastribune.org
November 18, 2025 at 7:57 PM
While Donald Trump sought to impose a corrupt, self-serving map on Texas, working people across the nation rejected that effort!
This ruling affirms that the voices of workers – not the influence of billionaires – must guide our democracy. (via @texastribune.org)
This ruling affirms that the voices of workers – not the influence of billionaires – must guide our democracy. (via @texastribune.org)
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We need leaders who stand up to the billionaires and the bullies.
I’m running for Congress to fight for working families, and I’m honored to be endorsed by @texasaflcio.org COPE and Texas Gulf Coast Area Labor Federation!
Working together, we’ll put Texas #WorkersOverBillionaires.
I’m running for Congress to fight for working families, and I’m honored to be endorsed by @texasaflcio.org COPE and Texas Gulf Coast Area Labor Federation!
Working together, we’ll put Texas #WorkersOverBillionaires.
November 18, 2025 at 3:55 PM
We need leaders who stand up to the billionaires and the bullies.
I’m running for Congress to fight for working families, and I’m honored to be endorsed by @texasaflcio.org COPE and Texas Gulf Coast Area Labor Federation!
Working together, we’ll put Texas #WorkersOverBillionaires.
I’m running for Congress to fight for working families, and I’m honored to be endorsed by @texasaflcio.org COPE and Texas Gulf Coast Area Labor Federation!
Working together, we’ll put Texas #WorkersOverBillionaires.
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Breaking news: The discharge petition for @golden.house.gov's bipartisan Protect America’s Workforce Act has reached majority support with 218 signatures.
This bill to restore federal workers’ union rights must be brought to a vote in Congress NOW. https://bit.ly/3M6zJAF
This bill to restore federal workers’ union rights must be brought to a vote in Congress NOW. https://bit.ly/3M6zJAF
November 17, 2025 at 10:57 PM
Breaking news: The discharge petition for @golden.house.gov's bipartisan Protect America’s Workforce Act has reached majority support with 218 signatures.
This bill to restore federal workers’ union rights must be brought to a vote in Congress NOW. https://bit.ly/3M6zJAF
This bill to restore federal workers’ union rights must be brought to a vote in Congress NOW. https://bit.ly/3M6zJAF
📢 Calling all #Waco area union members!
We’re hosting our Waco Labor Town Hall THIS WEDNESDAY, and we want to hear from you! RSVP to join us: bit.ly/wacolabor
We’re hosting our Waco Labor Town Hall THIS WEDNESDAY, and we want to hear from you! RSVP to join us: bit.ly/wacolabor
November 17, 2025 at 9:40 PM
📢 Calling all #Waco area union members!
We’re hosting our Waco Labor Town Hall THIS WEDNESDAY, and we want to hear from you! RSVP to join us: bit.ly/wacolabor
We’re hosting our Waco Labor Town Hall THIS WEDNESDAY, and we want to hear from you! RSVP to join us: bit.ly/wacolabor
📢 TEXAS WORKER WIN: Harris County commissioners approved a countywide worksite safety policy to prevent injuries, enforce safety standards, and ensure workers can speak up without fear when calling out unsafe practices.
No worker should have to choose between their job and their life.
No worker should have to choose between their job and their life.
November 15, 2025 at 10:52 PM
📢 TEXAS WORKER WIN: Harris County commissioners approved a countywide worksite safety policy to prevent injuries, enforce safety standards, and ensure workers can speak up without fear when calling out unsafe practices.
No worker should have to choose between their job and their life.
No worker should have to choose between their job and their life.
“They are holding paychecks hostage and the ransom is state employees’ silence.”
Caleb Newton was fired from the Texas Comptroller’s office over a personal TikTok promoting the No Kings Rally.
But we will not roll over. This is about all state employees and their right to free speech!
Caleb Newton was fired from the Texas Comptroller’s office over a personal TikTok promoting the No Kings Rally.
But we will not roll over. This is about all state employees and their right to free speech!
November 14, 2025 at 9:47 PM
“They are holding paychecks hostage and the ransom is state employees’ silence.”
Caleb Newton was fired from the Texas Comptroller’s office over a personal TikTok promoting the No Kings Rally.
But we will not roll over. This is about all state employees and their right to free speech!
Caleb Newton was fired from the Texas Comptroller’s office over a personal TikTok promoting the No Kings Rally.
But we will not roll over. This is about all state employees and their right to free speech!
Never cross a picket line.
Just in time for the Starbucks strike! Donate just $6 to our Member Education Fund and get a vinyl sticker sent right to your mailbox.
If we stand together, nothing can stop us. Join the fight and order your stickers now 👇
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Just in time for the Starbucks strike! Donate just $6 to our Member Education Fund and get a vinyl sticker sent right to your mailbox.
If we stand together, nothing can stop us. Join the fight and order your stickers now 👇
store.texasaflcio.org/doesnt-cross...
November 14, 2025 at 5:17 PM
Never cross a picket line.
Just in time for the Starbucks strike! Donate just $6 to our Member Education Fund and get a vinyl sticker sent right to your mailbox.
If we stand together, nothing can stop us. Join the fight and order your stickers now 👇
store.texasaflcio.org/doesnt-cross...
Just in time for the Starbucks strike! Donate just $6 to our Member Education Fund and get a vinyl sticker sent right to your mailbox.
If we stand together, nothing can stop us. Join the fight and order your stickers now 👇
store.texasaflcio.org/doesnt-cross...
Big things are ahead for the Texas labor movement.
Our new leadership team is ready for the next chapter — grounded in community, connection, and the belief that this is our time to take back our state.
Our new leadership team is ready for the next chapter — grounded in community, connection, and the belief that this is our time to take back our state.
November 13, 2025 at 10:47 PM
Big things are ahead for the Texas labor movement.
Our new leadership team is ready for the next chapter — grounded in community, connection, and the belief that this is our time to take back our state.
Our new leadership team is ready for the next chapter — grounded in community, connection, and the belief that this is our time to take back our state.
Starbucks baristas are on strike — and they’re not alone!
Don’t shop at Starbucks while workers stand up for fairness and dignity at work! #NoContractNoCoffee
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Don’t shop at Starbucks while workers stand up for fairness and dignity at work! #NoContractNoCoffee
👉 seiu.co/NoStarbucks
November 13, 2025 at 4:37 PM
Starbucks baristas are on strike — and they’re not alone!
Don’t shop at Starbucks while workers stand up for fairness and dignity at work! #NoContractNoCoffee
👉 seiu.co/NoStarbucks
Don’t shop at Starbucks while workers stand up for fairness and dignity at work! #NoContractNoCoffee
👉 seiu.co/NoStarbucks
Tell Greg Abbott: Hands off our free speech!
As Texas AFL-CIO Secretary-Treasurer-Elect Lorraine Montemayor said, we’re organizing, fighting, and building a bigger labor movement.
Texas workers will never back down against the bullies and the billionaires.
As Texas AFL-CIO Secretary-Treasurer-Elect Lorraine Montemayor said, we’re organizing, fighting, and building a bigger labor movement.
Texas workers will never back down against the bullies and the billionaires.
November 12, 2025 at 9:50 PM
Tell Greg Abbott: Hands off our free speech!
As Texas AFL-CIO Secretary-Treasurer-Elect Lorraine Montemayor said, we’re organizing, fighting, and building a bigger labor movement.
Texas workers will never back down against the bullies and the billionaires.
As Texas AFL-CIO Secretary-Treasurer-Elect Lorraine Montemayor said, we’re organizing, fighting, and building a bigger labor movement.
Texas workers will never back down against the bullies and the billionaires.
“The number one job of an organizer is to organize yourself out of a job.”
Rick’s work as Texas AFL-CIO President is done, and he’s passing on the baton.
As Leonard and Lorraine step in to lead, Rick knows the Texas labor movement is in capable hands.
Solidarity forever! ✊🏽
Rick’s work as Texas AFL-CIO President is done, and he’s passing on the baton.
As Leonard and Lorraine step in to lead, Rick knows the Texas labor movement is in capable hands.
Solidarity forever! ✊🏽
November 12, 2025 at 4:23 PM
“The number one job of an organizer is to organize yourself out of a job.”
Rick’s work as Texas AFL-CIO President is done, and he’s passing on the baton.
As Leonard and Lorraine step in to lead, Rick knows the Texas labor movement is in capable hands.
Solidarity forever! ✊🏽
Rick’s work as Texas AFL-CIO President is done, and he’s passing on the baton.
As Leonard and Lorraine step in to lead, Rick knows the Texas labor movement is in capable hands.
Solidarity forever! ✊🏽
Today, we honor those who have served our country.
To our veteran union members: your service, strength, and unwavering solidarity make our movement stronger.
We’re proud to stand with you — today and every day. ✊🏼
To our veteran union members: your service, strength, and unwavering solidarity make our movement stronger.
We’re proud to stand with you — today and every day. ✊🏼
November 11, 2025 at 2:59 PM
Today, we honor those who have served our country.
To our veteran union members: your service, strength, and unwavering solidarity make our movement stronger.
We’re proud to stand with you — today and every day. ✊🏼
To our veteran union members: your service, strength, and unwavering solidarity make our movement stronger.
We’re proud to stand with you — today and every day. ✊🏼
🔴 LIVE: Join us on YouTube for a Virtual Town Hall on growing the Texas labor movement!
Tune in: www.youtube.com/watch?v=G-aX...
Tune in: www.youtube.com/watch?v=G-aX...
🔴 LIVE: Let’s talk about where we've been & where we're going as we grow the Texas labor movement!
YouTube video by Texas AFL-CIO
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November 10, 2025 at 10:57 PM
🔴 LIVE: Join us on YouTube for a Virtual Town Hall on growing the Texas labor movement!
Tune in: www.youtube.com/watch?v=G-aX...
Tune in: www.youtube.com/watch?v=G-aX...
Starting soon!
Join us MONDAY at 5pm CT for a LIVE conversation with President Rick Levy, President-Elect Leonard Aguilar, and Secretary-Treasurer-Elect Lorraine Montemayor.
They’ll be taking questions and talking about how we grow the Texas labor movement! RSVP at bit.ly/txaflcio
They’ll be taking questions and talking about how we grow the Texas labor movement! RSVP at bit.ly/txaflcio
November 10, 2025 at 10:31 PM
Starting soon!
No matter what you do for a living, the color of your skin, or where you come from, the time to speak up for all Texans’ constitutional right to free speech is NOW.
Our labor movement stands in strong solidarity with our @cwa-tseu.bsky.social members ✊
Our labor movement stands in strong solidarity with our @cwa-tseu.bsky.social members ✊
November 10, 2025 at 9:56 PM
No matter what you do for a living, the color of your skin, or where you come from, the time to speak up for all Texans’ constitutional right to free speech is NOW.
Our labor movement stands in strong solidarity with our @cwa-tseu.bsky.social members ✊
Our labor movement stands in strong solidarity with our @cwa-tseu.bsky.social members ✊
On Nov. 9, 1935, the Committee for Industrial Organization was formed within the AFL to expand union membership to industrial workers, women, and Black workers.
The committee broke away from the AFL and was renamed the Congress of Industrial Organizations (CIO) on Nov. 16, 1938.
The committee broke away from the AFL and was renamed the Congress of Industrial Organizations (CIO) on Nov. 16, 1938.
November 9, 2025 at 6:50 PM
On Nov. 9, 1935, the Committee for Industrial Organization was formed within the AFL to expand union membership to industrial workers, women, and Black workers.
The committee broke away from the AFL and was renamed the Congress of Industrial Organizations (CIO) on Nov. 16, 1938.
The committee broke away from the AFL and was renamed the Congress of Industrial Organizations (CIO) on Nov. 16, 1938.