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Chicago Federation of Labor @chicagolabor.bsky.social · 40m

TONIGHT: Join @ICIRR and fellow community leaders for a #KnowYourRights training in Orland Park!

Chicago Federation of Labor @chicagolabor.bsky.social · 21h

STAND WITH FEDERAL WORKERS

These are the people who care for our veterans, deliver Social Security checks on time, keep our food and water safe, and protect us at airports and during natural disasters.

They are under attack. Join us tomorrow to support federal workers!

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Chicago Federation of Labor @chicagolabor.bsky.social · 21h

FAIR CONTRACT NOW!

We stand with SEIU Local 1 members at O’Hare, demanding dignified raises!

Unifi, North America’s largest aviation services provider, made over $1 BILLION in revenue last year. Yet, are refusing to give dignified raises to workers!

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Chicago Federation of Labor @chicagolabor.bsky.social · 23h

TOMORROW: Pride at Work Illinois chapter meeting, 7 p.m., via Zoom.

Email [email protected] for link!

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Chicago Federation of Labor @chicagolabor.bsky.social · 2d

🚨RALLY ALERT🚨

Join us and stand with Federal Workers!

12 p.m. - Wednesday, Oct. 8 at Federal Plaza

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Chicago Federation of Labor @chicagolabor.bsky.social · 3d

Chicago is united, and in that solidarity we will find the strength to fight back and defeat the Trump regime.

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Chicago Federation of Labor @chicagolabor.bsky.social · 5d

Join the CFL and Hands Off Chicago at the No Kings Rally on Oct. 18!

It is important now, more than ever to show that Chicago is united in opposing the Trump administration's illegal and unnecessary attacks against our neighbors, our communities, and our democracy.

RSVP: buff.ly/smX7A2m

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Chicago Federation of Labor @chicagolabor.bsky.social · 7d

Federal workers have been attacked over and over by the DOGE/Project 2025 agenda—jeopardizing our key government services.

Tell the Trump admin: workers aren’t pawns for political games. #StopTheTrumpShutdown

Take action: act.aflcio.org/call_campaig...

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AFL-CIO @aflcio.org · 12d

DOGE officials have been completely unaccountable. They’re hiding their own work from oversight with armed guards and putting all of our sensitive data at risk.

DOGE must be dismantled before they throw even more lives into chaos.

Armed Guards and Muscle Milk: Senate Investigation Reveals DOGE Takeover Details

A new Senate report claims DOGE put every American's Social Security number at risk—and that officials at federal agencies essentially obstructed an investigation, all but denying DOGE even exists.

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Chicago Federation of Labor @chicagolabor.bsky.social · 13d

We joined our VA unions this morning to fight back against attacks on federal workers!

Solidarity is strength! SEIU, NNU and AFGE members at Jesse Brown VA, your union and the Chicago labor movement has your back!

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Chicago Federation of Labor @chicagolabor.bsky.social · 18d

Join the University of Saint Mary of the Lake for their annual Seminary Salutes event on Tuesday, October 28 at IBEW Local 134.

Tickets and for sponsorship information: buff.ly/ry3a5vo

Chicago Federation of Labor @chicagolabor.bsky.social · 20d

SPEAK OUT: Alex Munoz has worked at QSL for 15 years, and says the company is putting workers in dangerous situations with their lack of training and safety requirements.

Chicago Federation of Labor @chicagolabor.bsky.social · 21d

We’re hearing from workers on strike at JWJ Chicago’s Workers’ Rights Board Hearing: Strike Line Speak Out!

Teamsters Local 705 members at Mauser and QSL America workers in the house tonight and sharing their stories from the picket line.

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Chicago Federation of Labor @chicagolabor.bsky.social · 21d

Kicked off another CFL Organizing Institute Training at the John Fitzpatrick Labor Center today!!!

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Chicago Federation of Labor @chicagolabor.bsky.social · 22d

Hispanic Heritage Month begins today! It’s a time to honor and celebrate the histories, cultures, contributions, and achievements of Hispanic and Latino communities!

Today, and every day, we're proud to stand with Hispanic and Latino workers!

¡Solidaridad!

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Chicago Federation of Labor @chicagolabor.bsky.social · 23d

Chicago Federation of Labor President Bob Reiter Issues Statement on the Passing of Governor Jim Edgar

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Chicago Federation of Labor @chicagolabor.bsky.social · 23d

Proud to march with LCLAA Chicago Metro Chapter and union members in the Little Village Mexican Independence Parade!

¡Viva México! ✊

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Chicago Federation of Labor @chicagolabor.bsky.social · 25d

It's time for a Strike Line Speak Out: Mauser Teamster Edition! Join the CFL & Chicago Jobs with Justice Workers' Rights Board to hear from Teamsters Local 705 Mauser workers about their contract fight! Join us in person or virtually to hear their stories and share your own!

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Chicago Federation of Labor @chicagolabor.bsky.social · 25d

Check out these programs offered by the University of Illinois School of Labor and Employment relations!

Scan the QR code or email [email protected] to learn more!

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Chicago Federation of Labor @chicagolabor.bsky.social · 26d

For over six months, management at Advocate Health Care has been running a union-busting campaign against the Facilities Maintenance workers seeking to organize with the IUOE Local 399.

Email Advocate executives and tell them that you stand with the workers and their union: buff.ly/s6QvPxH

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Chicago Federation of Labor @chicagolabor.bsky.social · 27d

We're hosting a Citizenship Workshop with our partners at ICIRR and Erie Neighborhood House on Saturday, Sept. 20. We're looking for volunteers to help out too!

Register here: buff.ly/lKgeJIZ

Volunteer sign-up here: buff.ly/uQyz9Kx

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Chicago Federation of Labor @chicagolabor.bsky.social · 28d

We stand with our immigrant neighbors ✊

They are workers and members of our community.

Trump's anti-worker mass deportation agenda only makes workplaces and communities less safe.

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Chicago Federation of Labor @chicagolabor.bsky.social · 29d

The Chicago Federation of Labor and the Labor Council for Latin American Advancement invite you to join us at the Annual 26th Street Mexican Independence Day Parade on Sunday, September 14 stepping off at noon.

Register here: buff.ly/kEymRYb

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Chicago Federation of Labor @chicagolabor.bsky.social · Sep 6

Free Parking is available for parade and festival participants at House of Hope.

A free shuttle bus will run approximately every 15 min between House of Hope and the parade staging area from 8:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. and the festival grounds at Arcade Park between 11:15 a.m. and 3:45 p.m.

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Chicago Federation of Labor @chicagolabor.bsky.social · Sep 5

Learn more: buff.ly/ZY4hwyH

HANDS OFF CHICAGO | Opposing Trump's Military Occupation

Hands Off Chicago is a grassroots effort to oppose military intervention in Chicago.

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