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  Reyna Cohen, ALIGN · [email protected]
March 3, 2023 at 2:01 PM

One-click action for climate and green, union jobs

Dear Friend,   In the next few weeks, legislators will be having critical discussions about the state budget, and we need to ensure that climate and worker justice is a priority.  Help us amplify the call of labor unions urging for climate …
  Reyna Cohen, ALIGN · [email protected]
March 3, 2023 at 2:00 PM

One-click action for climate and green, union jobs

Dear John,   In the next few weeks, legislators will be having critical discussions about the state budget, and we need to ensure that climate and worker justice is a priority.  Help us amplify the call of labor unions urging for climate in…
  Tal Frieden, ALIGN · [email protected]
February 23, 2023 at 6:05 PM

This Sunday, join the fight for a living wage

Dear John,   On Sunday, February 26 at 7pm, join us for a virtual Teach-In to raise the minimum wage.   In 2023, New York’s $15 minimum wage barely buys two cartons of eggs or a decent lunch. And as prices continue to climb, it’s clear that…
  Tal Frieden, ALIGN · [email protected]
February 23, 2023 at 6:05 PM

This Sunday, join the fight for a living wage

Dear Friend,   On Sunday, February 26 at 7pm, join us for a virtual Teach-In to raise the minimum wage.   In 2023, New York’s $15 minimum wage barely buys two cartons of eggs or a decent lunch. And as prices continue to climb, it’s clear th…
  ALIGN · [email protected]
February 16, 2023 at 12:20 PM

ALIGN in Action Newsletter: We Have the Momentum to Win

Newsletter for the Movement for Economic, Climate, and Racial Justice   Governor Hochul’s budget speech signals that our calls for labor and climate justice are being heard. But there is still much more work to be …
  ALIGN · [email protected]
February 16, 2023 at 12:20 PM

ALIGN in Action Newsletter: We Have the Momentum to Win

Newsletter for the Movement for Economic, Climate, and Racial Justice   Governor Hochul’s budget speech signals that our calls for labor and climate justice are being heard. But there is still much more work to be …
  Maritza Silva-Farrell, ALIGN · [email protected]
January 30, 2023 at 7:30 PM

Special Announcement from Maritza Silva-Farrell

Friend,   I’m writing to share that after 12 years working at ALIGN, this is my final week as Executive Director. This was a bittersweet decision to make, I am sad but also I feel immense pride for all that we’ve accomplished together.  ALI…
  Maritza Silva-Farrell, ALIGN · [email protected]
January 30, 2023 at 7:30 PM

Special Announcement from Maritza Silva-Farrell

John,   I’m writing to share that after 12 years working at ALIGN, this is my final week as Executive Director. This was a bittersweet decision to make, I am sad but also I feel immense pride for all that we’ve accomplished together.  ALIGN…
  ALIGN · [email protected]
January 17, 2023 at 5:31 PM

ALIGN in Action Newsletter: The People's State of New York

Newsletter for the Movement for Economic, Climate, and Racial Justice   This week, Governor Hochul’s State of the State address made history as New York’s first by an elected female governor. She made major strides…
  ALIGN · [email protected]
January 17, 2023 at 5:30 PM

ALIGN in Action Newsletter: The People's State of New York

Newsletter for the Movement for Economic, Climate, and Racial Justice   This week, Governor Hochul’s State of the State address made history as New York’s first by an elected female governor. She made major strides…
  Maritza Silva-Farrell · [email protected]
January 3, 2023 at 12:30 PM

New Year, new victories

Friend--   As we say farewell to 2022, ALIGN is celebrating the year’s wave of worker organizing and our many victories for New York. When we fight, we win!    Take a look at our year in review:  In just one ye…
  Maritza Silva-Farrell · [email protected]
January 3, 2023 at 12:30 PM

New Year, new victories

John--   As we say farewell to 2022, ALIGN is celebrating the year’s wave of worker organizing and our many victories for New York. When we fight, we win!    Take a look at our year in review:  In just one year…
  ALIGN · [email protected]
December 20, 2022 at 12:30 PM

ALIGN in Action Newsletter: 7 major climate and worker wins in 2022

Newsletter for the Movement for Economic, Climate, and Racial Justice   As we wrap up the year, ALIGN and our coalitions are reflecting on the big victories we’ve won in 2022—and there’s a lot to celebrate!   In th…
  ALIGN · [email protected]
December 20, 2022 at 12:30 PM

ALIGN in Action Newsletter: 7 major climate and worker wins in 2022

Newsletter for the Movement for Economic, Climate, and Racial Justice   As we wrap up the year, ALIGN and our coalitions are reflecting on the big victories we’ve won in 2022—and there’s a lot to celebrate!   In th…
  ALIGN · [email protected]
November 29, 2022 at 12:01 PM

$20 to win a $20 minimum wage

Friend--   Our movement is powered by a unique alliance of labor and community, working together to make the impossible possible. We’re so grateful you’re with us, and on #GivingTuesday, we’re asking you to invest in building together.  …
  ALIGN · [email protected]
November 29, 2022 at 12:01 PM

$20 to win a $20 minimum wage

John--   Our movement is powered by a unique alliance of labor and community, working together to make the impossible possible. We’re so grateful you’re with us, and on #GivingTuesday, we’re asking you to invest in building together.  …
  ALIGN · [email protected]
November 18, 2022 at 12:00 PM

ALIGN in Action Newsletter: Raising the Wage for 2 Million Workers

Newsletter for the Movement for Economic, Climate, and Racial Justice   The results of election season are paving promising paths forward for climate and worker justice this legislative session. At the same time, w…
  ALIGN · [email protected]
November 18, 2022 at 12:00 PM

ALIGN in Action Newsletter: Raising the Wage for 2 Million Workers

Newsletter for the Movement for Economic, Climate, and Racial Justice   The results of election season are paving promising paths forward for climate and worker justice this legislative session. At the same time, w…
  Maritza Silva-Farrell · [email protected]
November 10, 2022 at 7:00 PM

The Biggest Climate and Jobs Campaign of the Year

Hi Friend,   Next Wednesday, join ALIGN to fight for climate jobs and a green future! Join us In New York, the neighborhoods that are most vulnerable to extreme heat, low air-quality, and high rates of asthma are pr…
  ALIGN · [email protected]
October 13, 2022 at 3:58 PM

ALIGN in Action Newsletter: A Decade After Hurricane Sandy

Newsletter for the Movement for Economic, Climate, and Racial Justice   It’s election season in New York—our annual opportunity to elect leaders who can move our state toward a just, renewable energy economy where …
  ALIGN · [email protected]
October 13, 2022 at 3:58 PM

ALIGN in Action Newsletter: A Decade After Hurricane Sandy

Newsletter for the Movement for Economic, Climate, and Racial Justice   It’s election season in New York—our annual opportunity to elect leaders who can move our state toward a just, renewable energy economy where …
  Maritza Silva-Farrell · [email protected]
September 27, 2022 at 11:30 AM

We're so close to our goal

Dear John, This is it! Tomorrow’s the big day for our 2022 Movement Builders Awards, and we’re so close to our goal. 88% close. Can you help us across the finish line?   To build a healthier, just, green economy, it takes all of us. At AL…
  ALIGN · [email protected]
September 27, 2022 at 11:30 AM

We’re at 88% of our goal — can you help us across the finish line?

Dear friend, This is it! Tomorrow’s the big day for our 2022 Movement Builders Awards, and we’re so close to our goal. 88% close. Can you help us across the finish line?   To build a healthier, just, green economy, it takes all of us. At …
  ALIGN · [email protected]
September 15, 2022 at 5:00 PM

ALIGN in Action Newsletter: The Tides Are Turning

Newsletter for the Movement for Economic, Climate, and Racial Justice   There is a wave of worker and climate organizing sweeping the country. And in many ways the momentum for change began here in New York. Amazo…
  ALIGN · [email protected]
September 15, 2022 at 5:00 PM

ALIGN in Action Newsletter: The Tides Are Turning

Newsletter for the Movement for Economic, Climate, and Racial Justice   There is a wave of worker and climate organizing sweeping the country. And in many ways the momentum for change began here in New York. Amazo…
  Maritza Silva-Farrell · [email protected]
September 8, 2022 at 3:36 PM

Organizing for the future

Dear friend, Amazon. Starbucks. Chipotle. Apple. Trader Joe’s.    In the last year, workers at some of the biggest companies in the nation have started organizing, fed up with unsafe working conditions and paltry pay and benefits. They’ve…
  Maritza Silva-Farrell · [email protected]
September 8, 2022 at 3:36 PM

Organizing for the future

Dear John, Amazon. Starbucks. Chipotle. Apple. Trader Joe’s.    In the last year, workers at some of the biggest companies in the nation have started organizing, fed up with unsafe working conditions and paltry pay and benefits. They’ve s…
  Maritza Silva-Farrell · [email protected]
September 1, 2022 at 1:01 PM

Worker Power for a Clean Future

Dear John, When we organize, we can combat climate change and build the sustainable future we need.    This year we’ve witnessed record heat waves, severe flooding, and worsening droughts. The climate crisis isn’t just approaching—we’re a…
  Maritza Silva-Farrell · [email protected]
September 1, 2022 at 1:01 PM

Worker Power for a Clean Future

Dear Friend, When we organize, we can combat climate change and build the sustainable future we need.    This year we’ve witnessed record heat waves, severe flooding, and worsening droughts. The climate crisis isn’t just approaching—we’re…
  Maritza Silva-Farrell · [email protected]
August 25, 2022 at 4:00 PM

A wave of worker organizing rises against Amazon

Dear John,Amazon has been busy this summer.    They’ve made a string of acquisitions to tighten their grip on consumers. They held a Prime Day so profitable that they’re already planning another cash grab event. But as always, workers hav…
  Maritza Silva-Farrell · [email protected]
August 25, 2022 at 4:00 PM

A wave of worker organizing rises against Amazon

Dear Friend,Amazon has been busy this summer.    They’ve made a string of acquisitions to tighten their grip on consumers. They held a Prime Day so profitable that they’re already planning another cash grab event. But as always, workers h…
  Maritza Silva-Farrell · [email protected]
August 17, 2022 at 2:01 PM

Our 2022 Movement Builders Award honorees!

Dear John,   ALIGN is pleased to announce the recipients of our 2022 Movement Builder Awards, which annually recognize those leaders in social, economic, and environmental justice who make New York a national model for progress.  …
  Maritza Silva-Farrell · [email protected]
August 17, 2022 at 2:00 PM

Our 2022 Movement Builders Award honorees!

Dear friend,   ALIGN is pleased to announce the recipients of our 2022 Movement Builder Awards, which annually recognize those leaders in social, economic, and environmental justice who make New York a national model for progress.  …
  ALIGN · [email protected]
August 10, 2022 at 11:30 AM

ALIGN in Action Newsletter: Human Lives Over Corporate Greed

Newsletter for the Movement for Economic, Climate, and Racial Justice   Our movements cannot be siloed because too many of our crises are connected. When we build coalitions, we tackle the corporate power that fuel…
  Maritza Silva-Farrell · [email protected]
July 18, 2022 at 7:11 PM

Save the Date! ALIGN's Movement Builders Awards on September 28

Together we’re building a statewide movement for worker power and a just transition. Join us on September 28 to celebrate the powerful wave of organizing that’s rising to new heights and the leaders who are making a difference for New Yor…
  Maritza Silva-Farrell · [email protected]
July 18, 2022 at 7:11 PM

Save the Date! ALIGN's Movement Builders Awards on September 28

Together we’re building a statewide movement for worker power and a just transition. Join us on September 28 to celebrate the powerful wave of organizing that’s rising to new heights and the leaders who are making a difference for New Yor…
  ALIGN · [email protected]
July 12, 2022 at 11:30 AM

ALIGN in Action Newsletter: The People vs. The Supreme Court

Newsletter for the Movement for Economic, Climate, and Racial Justice   We are witnessing only the beginning of the Supreme Court’s egregious attack on our democracy, pregnancy-capable people, and our planet. Decad…
  ALIGN · [email protected]
July 12, 2022 at 11:30 AM

ALIGN in Action Newsletter: The People vs. The Supreme Court

Newsletter for the Movement for Economic, Climate, and Racial Justice   We are witnessing only the beginning of the Supreme Court’s egregious attack on our democracy, pregnancy-capable people, and our planet. Decad…
  Maritza Silva-Farrell · [email protected]
July 5, 2022 at 4:20 PM

Congress Must Step Up on Climate Action

Dear Friend,   The Supreme Court’s decision to limit the power of our government to regulate greenhouse-gas emissions is catastrophic in our fight against the climate crisis. Our message must be loud and clear: this is no time to slow down …
  Maritza Silva-Farrell · [email protected]
July 5, 2022 at 4:20 PM

Congress Must Step Up on Climate Action

Dear John,   The Supreme Court’s decision to limit the power of our government to regulate greenhouse-gas emissions is catastrophic in our fight against the climate crisis. Our message must be loud and clear: this is no time to slow down an…
  Reyna Cohen, ALIGN · [email protected]
June 29, 2022 at 6:40 PM

Add Your Voice for Green Union Jobs

Dear Friend, As New York is transitioning to renewable energy systems, we’re raising our voices to make sure that transition equitably serves workers and the communities most impacted by the climate crisis.  So far, advocates like yourself …
  Reyna Cohen, ALIGN · [email protected]
June 29, 2022 at 6:40 PM

Add Your Voice for Green Union Jobs

Dear John, As New York is transitioning to renewable energy systems, we’re raising our voices to make sure that transition equitably serves workers and the communities most impacted by the climate crisis.  So far, advocates like yourself ha…
  ALIGN · [email protected]
June 13, 2022 at 12:22 PM

Big Wins for Workers

Newsletter for the Movement for Economic, Climate, and Racial Justice   The legislative session wrapped on June 3 and delivered crucial victories for workers, hard fought by our coalitions. We’re proud to have pass…
  ALIGN · [email protected]
June 13, 2022 at 12:22 PM

Big Wins for Workers

Newsletter for the Movement for Economic, Climate, and Racial Justice   The legislative session wrapped on June 3 and delivered crucial victories for workers, hard fought by our coalitions. We’re proud to have pass…
  Maritza Silva-Farrell · [email protected]
June 6, 2022 at 4:01 PM

Labor Unions Demanding Bold Climate Action

Dear John,   The labor movement and the climate justice movement worked together to pass the groundbreaking Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act, the most aggressive climate law in the country.   Just climate action requires us …
  Maritza Silva-Farrell · [email protected]
June 6, 2022 at 4:01 PM

Labor Unions Demanding Bold Climate Action

Dear Friend,   The labor movement and the climate justice movement worked together to pass the groundbreaking Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act, the most aggressive climate law in the country.   Just climate action requires u…
  Maritza Silva-Farrell · [email protected]
May 25, 2022 at 8:53 PM

A Big Win for Corporate Accountability

Dear Friend,   The evidence of out-of-control corporate power is all around us, with prices on everyday goods skyrocketing as CEOs boost their pay. Here in New York, we are doing something about it. Today, the NY Senate passed the 21st Cent…
  Maritza Silva-Farrell · [email protected]
May 25, 2022 at 8:53 PM

A Big Win for Corporate Accountability

Dear John,   The evidence of out-of-control corporate power is all around us, with prices on everyday goods skyrocketing as CEOs boost their pay. Here in New York, we are doing something about it. Today, the NY Senate passed the 21st Centur…
  ALIGN · [email protected]
May 12, 2022 at 11:30 AM

ALIGN in Action Newsletter: Protect, Repair, Invest, Transform

Newsletter for the Movement for Economic, Climate, and Racial Justice   In April, the Amazon Labor Union made history when the JFK8 warehouse on Staten Island became the first union Amazon facility in the nation. S…
  ALIGN · [email protected]
May 12, 2022 at 11:30 AM

ALIGN in Action Newsletter: Protect, Repair, Invest, Transform

Newsletter for the Movement for Economic, Climate, and Racial Justice   In April, the Amazon Labor Union made history when the JFK8 warehouse on Staten Island became the first union Amazon facility in the nation. S…