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06 Jun, 2016

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It is Time to Go Back to the True Intent of the Prevailing Wage Law

The New York State Constitution requires prevailing rate be paid to workers on public works projects.

It is Time to Go Back to the True Intent of the Prevailing Wage Law

01 Jun, 2016

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Passage of Veteran's Buyback Bill a Huge Win for Labor and Veterans

"Just two days after Memorial Day, it is fitting that we honor those who served our country, not just in words, but in actions.

Passage of Veteran's Buyback Bill a Huge Win for Labor and Veterans

27 May, 2016

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CWA and IBEW Reach Tentative Agreement

CWA and IBEW Reach Tentative AgreementOn behalf of the 2.5 million members of the New York State AFL-CIO, I want to extend my congratulations to the leadership and members of the CWA and IBEW for the agreement in principle announced Friday, May

CWA and IBEW Reach Tentative Agreement

25 May, 2016

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Check the Label!

The AFL-CIO has endorsed the Bakery, Confectionary, Tobacco Workers and Grain Millers Union (BCTGM) boycott of the snack food items of Mondelez International (“Mondelez,” “Mondelez/Nabisco”) that are made in Mexico. The boycott is being conducted because Mondelez is shifting work from U.S.

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24 May, 2016

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NYS Council Of Veterans Urges Support Of Veterans Pension Buyback Bill

Today, NYS Veterans Groups met in Albany to urge veterans to contact Governor Cuomo in support of Pension Bill A.9531/S.7160.

NYS Council Of Veterans Urges Support Of Veterans Pension Buyback Bill