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New York State AFL-CIO
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The New York State AFL-CIO is a federation of 3,000 affiliated public sector, private sector, and building trades unions throughout the state, representing 2.5 million members, retirees and their families. Our members live and work in every community in our state, and reflect the diversity that makes New York great.
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Upcoming Events
Saratoga Race Course
267 Union Avenue
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
COPE Day at the Races 2026
You are cordially invited to join your union family for our annual Day at the Races, July 23rd from 11am - 6pm to benefit the New York State AFL-CI
Yankee Stadium
1 East 161st Street, Bronx, NY 10451
Union Strong Day at Yankee Stadium
Join CWA District 1, the NYS AFL-CIO and the New York Yankees for a Union Strong day at Yankee Stadium!
Yankees vs. Braves
New York State AFL-CIO Office
100 S Swan Street, Albany, NY 12210
10-minute walk from Albany Capital Center
Political Mobilization Train the Trainer Workshop
Register for the Political Mobilization Train the Trainer event on Tuesday, August 25, 2026.