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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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Project 2025 and Unions

Project 2025 spells out what Donald Trump and his allies plan to do during a Trump second term. See how this agenda would affect union members and working families.

Common Sense Economics: Race and the Economy Trainings

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Seven principles to ensure that New York State's clean energy goals are pursued responsibly.

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18 Oct, 2024

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New York Union Members’ Guide to the 2024 General Election

Your vote matters. Electing pro-worker candidates is one of the most effective ways that union members can protect their rights and improve their standard of living.

New York Union Members’ Guide to the 2024 General Election

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09 Oct, 2024

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Union Strong Episode 109: A Labor of Love

03 Sep, 2024

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Unions’ advocacy for workers’ rights includes impact of AI

Labor Day is a time for workers to celebrate with friends and family. It also presents an important opportunity to reflect on how far the union movement has come in the fight for workers’ rights and the challenges that lie ahead.

Unions’ advocacy for workers’ rights includes impact of AI

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14 Jun, 2024

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What You Need To Know About The June 25th New York State Primary

The New York State primary is scheduled for Tuesday, June 25, 2024. Polls will be open on primary day from 6:00 AM until 9:00 PM. Early voting will take place from Saturday, June 15th until Sunday, June 23rd.

What You Need To Know About The June 25th New York State Primary

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29 Apr, 2024

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Workers’ Compensation Should Cover Mental Injury, Too

Every worker has the right to a safe workplace. That is a promise made more than 50 years ago on April 28, 1971, when the Occupational Safety and Health Act went into effect.

Workers’ Compensation Should Cover Mental Injury, Too