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UE @ueunion.org · 1d

In a new profile about him by GoErie, newly elected and incoming General President of UE Scott Slawson said, "I think that those who have the ability have the responsibility... For me, it's about trying to drive positive change. It's about the health and welfare of working class people."

For more than a decade, Scott Slawson led Erie's largest industrial union. He's moving on

Millcreek Township's Scott Slawson takes over Nov. 1 as president of the national United Electrical, Radio and Machine Workers of America.

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UE @ueunion.org · 1d

Join the call tonight!

UE @ueunion.org · 4d

On Saturday, October 18, UE will join Labor for Democracy and other allies to fight for freedom of speech, union rights, and the right to protest.

Join the national call on Thursday, October 9 at 8pm ET to learn more: www.mobilize.us/mayday/event...

No kings. No dictators. October 18. No kings.org

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UE @ueunion.org · 4d

On Saturday, October 18, UE will join Labor for Democracy and other allies to fight for freedom of speech, union rights, and the right to protest.

Join the national call on Thursday, October 9 at 8pm ET to learn more: www.mobilize.us/mayday/event...

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UE @ueunion.org · 7d

Take to the streets on Oct 18!

“We have to remember that we hold the power through our labor, our convictions, & our numbers. Through our numbers, a new system, a new way of life that puts workers over billionaires is possible,” -UE Local 1466 Pres Ramona Malczynski

www.nokings.org?SQF_SOURCE=ue

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UE @ueunion.org · 8d

We demand that the U.S. recognize Palestine’s sovereignty and demand that Israeli government end violence, starvation, and injustices on Palestinian people.

Read the full article & letter: www.ueunion.org/political-ac... @nationalnurses.bsky.social

UE and National Nurses United Call for End to Military Operations, Blockade in Palestine

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UE @ueunion.org · 8d

The booksellers unionized with IWW in May of 2024 and have been negotiating with management for almost a year.

"I’m excited to see them take on (and beat) the same union-busting lawyers that we faced in our fight for a fair contract 😡," said GSU-UE Local 1103 Steward Max Bogan.

Member of Local 1103 stands with a picket sign

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UE @ueunion.org · 8d

Members of GSU-UE Local 1103 supported the Seminary Co-op Booksellers Union during an informational picket in front of one of their worksites on September 29. Local 1103 members helped to collect signatures from the community & customers for a petition demanding their admin bargain in good faith.

Workers stand together holding picket signs

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Emergency Workplace Organizing Committee (EWOC) @organizeworkers.bsky.social · 10d

Your boss may not be in the top 10%, but that's who he works for.

Meanwhile, we work for ourselves and our families, selling our labor every day for food and rent.

With a union, you and your co-workers stand strong together and fight for the share you deserve.

More Perfect Union @moreperfectunion.bsky.social · 11d

The top 10% now hold 67.4% of all the wealth in the US.

The bottom 50% hold 2.5%.

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Labor Notes @labornotes.bsky.social · 9d

Labor is uniquely positioned to help lead the way on a campaign to fight privatization while creating the conditions necessary to win Medicare for All. labornotes.org/blogs/2025/0...

Labor Signs on to Save Medicare

In 1965, President Johnson signed Medicare into law, establishing the right to quality healthcare for millions of retired Americans. The labor movement was essential in passing this landmark legislati...

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UE @ueunion.org · 13d

Local President and bargaining member Caroline Gambrel said, “Our members have been active in organizing at the office, they have held parking lot meetings, [and have been] talking to members across the floor and keeping members aware.“

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UE @ueunion.org · 13d

The local also won reinstatement of an employee who was unjustly terminated this summer. The local also won reinstatement of the member’s vacation time.

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UE @ueunion.org · 13d

Their contract expires September 30.

The members have said there has been little movement on key items. However, they won a clean record for Chief Steward Christina Brookman who was wrongfully disciplined earlier this year.

728 members wearing will strike if provoked shirts

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UE @ueunion.org · 13d

Local 728 in Williamsburg, Kentucky has been in contract negotiations with their employer LDRM for over a week. LDRM is a federal contractor with the U.S. State Department. The bargaining unit employees represented by Local 728 provide critical support to the nation’s non-immigrant visa process.

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Labor Notes @labornotes.bsky.social · 15d

🗓️Milwaukee Troublemakers School: Join labor activists at interactive workshops, panels and meetings to sharpen organizing skills and build connections!

Sign up: labornotes.org/events/2025/...

A graphic for the Milwaukee Troublemakers School on Saturday, Oct. 4, 9.30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Registration is $30, though a $15 hardship rate is available as needed. The event will take place at Steamfitters Local 601
3300 S 103rd Street, Milwaukee, WI 53227. The graphic features a photo of workers on strike carrying large blue and green signs that say, "on strike."

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UE @ueunion.org · 16d

Eastern Region President George Waksmunski spoke at another protest at Trader Joe’s, & Local 696 member Crystal Grabowski spoke at a protest at the University of Pittsburgh where a zionist organization, MaccabiUSA, was hosting games in an attempt to polish Israel's image during the ongoing genocide.

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UE @ueunion.org · 16d

“Refusing to fund industry in Israel is a way we as individuals can show we do not condone what is happening in Palestine, and spreading the word to others to do the same isn't simply activism — it's the right thing to do." (4/5)

Sophie holding a sign that reads “Palestine will be free”

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UE @ueunion.org · 16d

“and a BDS campaign at all levels of our union — calling on all local & regional leaders, as well as our rank and file to take action however they can to call out the atrocities in Palestine. Boycotting products produced by a genocidal regime is literally the easiest way to do so… (3/5)

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UE @ueunion.org · 16d

"UE has also been calling for a BDS [Boycott, Divestment, & Sanctions] movement against Israeli products for over a decade now. At our National Convention just last month, our locals overwhelmingly supported our updated resolution calling for an end to the Palestinian Genocide… (2/5)

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UE @ueunion.org · 16d

UE leaders spoke at several recent Free Palestine actions in Pittsburgh.

At a September 13 action calling for a consumer boycott on Israeli products at Trader Joe's, Local 696 President Sophie Nighswander said… (1/5)

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UE @ueunion.org · 17d

If you are interested in organizing an action, join the partner call this Thursday at 5pm ET!

Register here: indivisible.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

Yellow background with black text. Protest signs being held up at the bottom.

JOIN US TO MAKE IT CLEAR:
AMERICA HAS NO KINGS POWER BELONGS TO THE PEOPLE
SATURDAY, OCT 18

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Labor Notes @labornotes.bsky.social · 22d

Can workers be fired just for expressing opinions the political class objects to? Lately, online attackers campaign to pressure employers to fire workers for political speech even on private social media pages. Here's how stewards can intervene: labornotes.org/2025/09/how-...

How to Defend Members from Politicized Firings

Can a worker be fired simply for expressing an opinion that the boss or a political group finds objectionable? These days online attackers often campaign to pressure employers to fire workers for poli...

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UE @ueunion.org · 23d

RSVP here: www.mobilize.us/nokings/even...

No Kings October Mobilization Kickoff Call · No Kings

The No Kings Coalition is proud to announce a mass call to kick off our the work toward our upcoming October 18th national mobilization! Join us to learn more about the vision, urgency, and strategy...

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UE @ueunion.org · 23d

Tomorrow, September 18th, join the first national mobilization call for potential hosts and attendees!! #NoKings

Power belongs to the people. Join the movement. Saturday, Oct 18. No kings.

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Sarah Lazare @sarahlazare.bsky.social · 27d

Willian Gimenez was abducted by ICE yesterday in Chicago. He had been part of a lawsuit against off-duty police and Home Depot employees for abusing day laborers. Latino Union says he was targeted for advocating for his rights as a worker. @bloomekatz.bsky.social and I report.

ICE Abducts Man Suing Off-Duty Police for Abusing Day Laborers

“The Department of Homeland Security has become the department of state terror,” said Rep. Delia Ramirez.

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UE @ueunion.org · Sep 10

Gracias and other billionaires take money from workers everyday to line their own pockets. UE members rallied outside of a Valor Equity investment property, presenting Gracias with an invoice for America's billionaires to return that $213 billion to the public.