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New York State AFL-CIO President Mario Cilento Congratulates Governor Kathy Hochul, Attorney General Tish James, and Comptroller Tom DiNapoli on their Reelection Victories, Thanks Members for Getting Out the Vote

New York State AFL-CIO President Mario Cilento Congratulates Governor Kathy Hochul, Attorney General Tish James, and Comptroller Tom DiNapoli on their Reelection Victories, Thanks Members for Getting Out the Vote

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New York State AFL-CIO Endorses Kathy Hochul for Reelection as Governor, Tish James for Reelection as Attorney General
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New York State AFL-CIO Endorses Kathy Hochul for Reelection as Governor, Tish James for Reelection as Attorney General

Albany, NY – The New York State AFL-CIO, representing 2.5 million union members, retirees, and their families, and 3,000 local unions throughout the state, today announced its endorsement of Kathy Hochul for Governor and Tish James for New York State Attorney

New York State AFL-CIO Endorses Kathy Hochul for Reelection as Governor, Tish James for Reelection as Attorney General

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Statement of New York State AFL-CIO President Mario Cilento on Billionaire Investment Against Alex Bores
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Statement of New York State AFL-CIO President Mario Cilento on Billionaire Investment Against Alex Bores

Albany, NY - Alex Bores is the union movement’s clear choice to represent New York’s 12th Congressional District. He has a proven record of passing legislation at the state level that benefits working people, including legislation to address the negative impacts of AI.

Statement of New York State AFL-CIO President Mario Cilento on Billionaire Investment Against Alex Bores

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Statement of New York State AFL-CIO President Mario Cilento on Passage of Vital Tier 6 Pension Reforms
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Statement of New York State AFL-CIO President Mario Cilento on Passage of Vital Tier 6 Pension Reforms

Albany, NY - The Union Movement’s fight to fix Tier 6 has always been about dignity, self-respect, and financial independence in retirement.

Statement of New York State AFL-CIO President Mario Cilento on Passage of Vital Tier 6 Pension Reforms

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New York State AFL-CIO Announces Endorsement of Comptroller Tom DiNapoli and Endorsements in Congressional, State Senate, and Assembly Races with Primary Elections
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New York State AFL-CIO Announces Endorsement of Comptroller Tom DiNapoli and Endorsements in Congressional, State Senate, and Assembly Races with Primary Elections

Albany, NY - Today, the 2.5 million member New York State AFL-CIO announced the endorsement of New York State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli in his bid for re-election as well as endorsements of candidates running in primary races for Congress and New York State Senate and Assembly.

New York State AFL-CIO Announces Endorsement of Comptroller Tom DiNapoli and Endorsements in Congressional, State Senate, and Assembly Races with Primary Elections

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Workers Memorial Day Statement by New York State AFL-CIO President Mario Cilento
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Workers Memorial Day Statement by New York State AFL-CIO President Mario Cilento

Albany, NY - Workers Memorial Day, observed annually on April 28, serves as a vital reminder of the sacrifices made by workers and underscores our ongoing commitment to workplace safety. We honor those who have lost their lives and renew our dedication to preventing future tragedies.

Workers Memorial Day Statement by New York State AFL-CIO President Mario Cilento