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September 4, 2026 at 4:05 PM

Labor Day

Join the Metropolitan Washington Council, AFL-CIO at the Greenbelt Labor Day Parade Get Ready for Labor Day Labor Day is a celebration of the power our labor movement has built. This Labor Day weekend, as we commemorate the historic victories won by organized working people, we also remember their s…

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August 31, 2026 at 9:36 PM

Charles County Library Workers Ratify First Union Contract | Verbal Beginnings Teamsters on week seven of strike

Recent news Recent News Charles County Library Workers Ratify First Union Contract Charles County library workers, represented by UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO, have ratified their first-ever collective bargaining agreement! This agreement marks a major and historic milestone for Charles County Public Libra…

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August 27, 2026 at 6:56 PM

March on Washington - Defend the Vote

Friday, August 28 @ 8:00am | Lincoln Memorial | Washington, D.C. John — On Friday, August 28, 2026, labor and civil rights advocates will gather on the National Mall in Washington, DC in support of the March on Washington: Defend the Vote, held on the 63rd anniversary of the 1963 March on Washington…

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August 24, 2026 at 8:17 PM

New AFSCME leadership | Teamsters Living Wage Rally | Shop Smart, Not Target

Recent news Recent News Patrick Moran and Nicole Pollard elected as AFSCME President and Secretary-Treasurer At AFSCME's 47th International Convention in Chicago, Patrick Moran and Nicole Pollard were elected as the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees, AFL-CIO's President an…

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August 20, 2026 at 3:00 PM

Verbal Beginnings Teamsters Living Rally

Thursday (8/27) @ 11:30am, 7300 Calhoun Pl Rockville, MD John — Registered Behavioral Technicians (RBTs) at Verbal Beginnings, represented by Teamsters Local 639, are in week five of their strike. This is a historic strike, as Teamsters 639 represents mental health workers at the first privately own…

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August 18, 2026 at 4:44 PM

AFL-CIO Report Shows Top CEOs Made 312 Times Workers’ Pay in 2025

Recent news Recent News AFL-CIO Report Shows Top CEOs Made 312 Times Workers’ Pay in 2025 The AFL-CIO just released their annual report on CEO pay. The average CEO-to-worker pay ratio of S&P 500 companies increased from 285-to-1 in 2024 to 312-to-1 in 2025. (And that excludes Tesla CEO Elon Musk, wh…

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August 12, 2026 at 4:35 PM

ACTION: Verbal Beginnings Teamsters Living Wage Rally🚨

Friday (8/14) @ 11:30am, 7300 Calhoun Pl Rockville, MD John — Registered Behavioral Technicians (RBTs) at Verbal Beginnings, represented by Teamsters Local 639, are in week four of their strike. This is a historic strike, as Teamsters 639 represents mental health workers at the first privately owned…

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August 11, 2026 at 4:57 PM

[Revised] Support Union Members Impacted by the Spokane Complex Fire

Recent news Recent News Support Union Members Impacted by the Spokane Complex Fire Credit: Foundation for Working Families "The Spokane Complex Fire continues to devastate communities across eastern Washington. More than 700 structures have been lost, some 65,000 people have been forced to evacuate …

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August 11, 2026 at 2:35 PM

Support Union Members Impacted by the Spokane Complex Fire

Recent news Recent News Support Union Members Impacted by the Spokane Complex Fire Credit: Foundation for Working Families "The Spokane Complex Fire continues to devastate communities across eastern Washington. More than 700 structures have been lost, some 65,000 people have been forced to evacuate …

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August 4, 2026 at 4:48 PM

One year mark of DC's military occupation

Recent news Recent News Free DC Project: One Year of DC's Occupation August 11, 2026, marks one year of DC's hostile military occupation. Every day, from August 1 through August 11, join Free DC to reclaim the DC spaces that have been sites of this regime’s attacks. Free DC will highlight a differen…

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July 27, 2026 at 3:47 PM

DC Fire Fighters Ratify New Collective Bargaining Agreement

Recent news Recent News DC Fire Fighters Ratify New Collective Bargaining Agreement "After nearly two years of negotiations, members of the DC Fire Fighters Association, IAFF Local 36, have voted to ratify a new collective bargaining agreement with the District of Columbia." Read the full press rele…

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July 20, 2026 at 7:02 PM

Teamsters strike | ICE-related facility protest | ICE reporting portal now active

Recent news Recent News Verbal Beginnings Teamsters launch strike Today, Registered Behavioral Technicians at Verbal Beginnings, represented by Teamsters Local 639, launched a strike at the Verbal Beginnings Center due to the company's refusal to negotiate a fair first collective bargaining agreemen…

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July 17, 2026 at 8:46 PM

ACTION: Verbal Beginnings Teamsters To Launch Strike🚨

Monday (7/20) @ 6:30am, 7300 Calhoun Pl Rockville, MD John — This upcoming Monday, Registered Behavioral Technicians at Verbal Beginnings, represented by Teamsters Local 639, will launch a strike at the Verbal Beginnings Center due to the company's refusal to negotiate a fair first collective bargai…

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July 13, 2026 at 8:57 PM

ATU 689 members ratify union contract!

Recent news Recent News ATU 689 members at LAZ Parking ratify strong union contract Congratulations to ATU Local 689 members at LAZ Parking for officially ratifying their union contract! Maryland student mental health programs at further risk Maryland joins the 14 states suing the Department of Educ…

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July 8, 2026 at 7:11 PM

UFCW 400 Workers at Maryland Dispensary Ratify First Contract

Recent news Recent News UFCW 400 Workers at Maryland Dispensary Ratify First Contract Rebecca Robinson (standing), Nick Belton (left), and Samira Wilson (right) UFCW Local 400 members voted unanimously to ratify their first collective bargaining agreement. Members working at the Apothecarium cannabi…

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June 29, 2026 at 7:02 PM

ATU 689 Rallies at WMATA HQ

Recent news Recent News ATU 'Safety First' rally at WMATA HQ On June 25th, ATU Local 689 rallied at WMATA HQ to protest the policy that forces bus operators to quote the fares to all passengers, including fare evaders. Forcing bus operators to quote the fares reverses a long-standing policy that has…

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June 25, 2026 at 6:47 PM

MD Democratic Primary results are in!

Recent news Congratulations to our endorsed Maryland Primary Election Winners! Prince George's County Montgomery County Charles County Calvert County District 14 District 15 District 16 District 17 District 18 District 19 District 20 District 21 District 22 District 23 District 24 District 25 Distri…

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June 22, 2026 at 7:40 PM

AFL-CIO 30th Annual Convention Recap!

Recent news Recent News AFL-CIO 30th Annual Convention recap At the AFL-CIO 30th Annual Convention (in order): 1st Vice President Herb Harris, AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler, MD State & DC AFL-CIO President Donna S. Edwards, Treasurer Chris Roell, President Sam Epps, and Executive Board Member Tom Cla…

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June 18, 2026 at 9:06 PM

DC's Democratic primary results are in!

Recent news Clean Sweep for DC's Union Members It's a clean sweep for DC's union members and working families! Every single one of our endorsed DC candidates has won their primary. Congratulations to Janeese Lewis George, Robert White, Aparna Raj, Elissa Silverman, Brian Schwalb, Phil Mendelson, Zac…

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June 16, 2026 at 6:03 PM

Today is the day to back labor champions, DC!

John! Today is Primary Day in DC! If you are a DC voter, today is a critically important day to get out and support labor champions to be the next leaders of the District of Columbia. The Metropolitan Washington Council AFL-CIO and the Maryland State & DC AFL-CIO have proudly endorsed the following …

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June 11, 2026 at 4:02 PM

DC FY27 Budget revisions [Revised]

Recent news Recent News DC Council votes to revise the FY27 budget affecting workers On June 9th, the DC Council held the first of two votes for the FY27 budget. Chairman Mendelson is adding $100 million to the Workforce Investment Account, which pays for collective bargaining agreements. Mayor Bows…

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June 11, 2026 at 3:02 PM

DC FY27 Budget revisions

Recent news Recent News DC Council votes to revise the FY27 budget affecting workers On June 9th, the DC Council held the first of two votes for the FY27 budget. Chairman Mendelson is adding $100 million to the Workforce Investment Account, which pays for collective bargaining agreements. Mayor Bows…

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June 4, 2026 at 1:58 PM

Kennedy Center workers win victory in court

Recent news Recent News Kennedy Center workers victory On Friday, May 29th, a federal judge ordered President Donald Trump’s name removed from the Kennedy Center, ruling that the change violated federal law. While the court's decision gives workers hope for a better future at the Kennedy Center, IAT…

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May 21, 2026 at 1:05 PM

Wednesday: Learn all about Ranked Choice Voting

Virtual training with Grow Democracy John — The DC primary election this June will be the first time DC voters use Ranked Choice Voting (RCV), a method of voting that allows voters to pick multiple candidates and rank them in order of preference. We want to make sure every union voter in DC has the …

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May 18, 2026 at 8:00 PM

Developers backing McDuffie mislead voters | Spanberger breaks vow

Recent news Recent News Developers backing Kenyan McDuffie distribute voter materials with false claims of union support On Saturday, May 16, the Greater Capital Area Association of REALTORS® (GCAAR) began distributing materials to DC voters in support of Kenyan McDuffie. The materials featured the …

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May 7, 2026 at 1:07 PM

In Photos: Evening with Labor 2026

Plus recent news and upcoming events In Photos: Evening with Labor 2026 Evening with Labor 2026 was an incredible night! Together we had a chance to connect across our movement, recognize outstanding leaders, and celebrate together and have a great time. Thank you to everyone who joined us! See all …

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April 29, 2026 at 6:01 PM

May Day DC: Rally + Concert at the House of Labor

Join AFL-CIO leaders for a May Day celebration John — May Day is this Friday, May 1, and it's shaping up to be a historic day of action and solidarity. Workers are leading more than 3,000 events all across the country, and together we'll demand this administration put Workers Over Billionaires, Stop…

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April 28, 2026 at 2:07 PM

Ticket sales close TODAY for Evening with Labor 2026

Last call! John! Evening with Labor 2026 is just four days away, and that means today is your last chance to secure your tickets to this year's celebration! Ticket sales and sponsorships for Evening with Labor 2026 close TODAY at 5:00 PM! Once sales close, you'll have to wait until next year to atte…

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April 27, 2026 at 1:33 PM

Join emcee Tracee Wilkins at Evening with Labor this Saturday!

Five days away John! It's Evening with Labor week! This year's celebration of the DC region's labor movement is now just five days away, and we're looking forward to an incredible evening of leadership, connection, and power. We are thrilled to welcome Tracee Wilkins, Investigative Reporter at NBC4,…

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April 23, 2026 at 7:48 PM

News: Hegseth memo, Metro automation, and May Day

Plus 9 days left until Evening with Labor Recent News AFGE blasts Secretary Hegseth move to terminate collective bargaining agreements at DOD AFGE, the largest union representing 300,000 employees at the Department of Defense (DOD), expressed outrage after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth appears to h…

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April 21, 2026 at 2:17 PM

Honoring federal workers at Evening with Labor

12 days until our celebration John — The past year was one of incredible challenges for workers across many sectors, but in particular it was a difficult for federal workers and the crucial services their work makes possible. In 2025, the Federal Unionist Network-DMV (FUN-DMV) organized across agenc…

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April 16, 2026 at 4:06 PM

Introducing this year's Evening with Labor honorees!

John — Every year at the Evening with Labor Awards Dinner we take time to recognize and celebrate labor leaders and allies who have shown dedication, courage, and commitment to the labor movement and working families. Today we are thrilled to announce Evening with Labor's 2026 honorees. Please join …

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April 13, 2026 at 11:31 AM

Key dates for Evening with Labor

Lock in your sponsorship before time runs out John, Evening with Labor 2026 is now just 19 days away. That means time is running out to get your union or organization featured at this year's event! Print program ads close TODAY and hotel reservations close this Friday. Become a sponsor and make sure…

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April 9, 2026 at 4:05 PM

Join us to honor Congressman Steny Hoyer and Delegate Eleanor Holmes Norton

A special tribute John, This year we will honor two of the region’s greatest champions in Congress for their dedication and commitment to workers and working families: Congressman Steny Hoyer and Delegate Eleanor Holmes Norton. You don’t want to miss the Special Tribute to Congressman Hoyer and Dele…

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April 6, 2026 at 5:01 PM

News: DC Council sides with IAFF | MCCC under boycott | May Day is coming

Plus, 26 days until Evening with Labor 2026 Recent News DC Council sides with IAFF and rejects no-bid deal Last week DC Council sided with IAFF Local 36 and disapproved a proposed $25 million purchase of new fire trucks for the District. "DC Firefighters oppose the purchase of HME Engines over serio…

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March 26, 2026 at 7:46 PM

Our endorsements in the 2026 DC and Maryland elections

John! Voters in DC, Montgomery County, and Prince George's County will elect new leaders to key public positions this year. In each of these elections, voters will have the opportunity to elect leaders who side either with billionaires and bosses, or workers and working families. The Metropolitan Wa…

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March 24, 2026 at 4:33 PM

No Kings DC + Nominate an honoree

Join us on Saturday and on May 2 John — On Saturday, people all over the country are going to rise in solidarity against the Trump administration’s attacks on working people and our communities, and in support of an America that works for us not just the rich and powerful. Will you be part of it? We…

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March 19, 2026 at 2:08 PM

Nominate a leader for this year's Evening with Labor Awards

Nominations close Monday John — One night a year, the entire labor movement of the DC region comes together for Evening with Labor. It's a chance to celebrate our work, honor leaders in our movement, and refill our cup for the year ahead. The centerpiece of the night are the annual Evening with Labo…

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March 9, 2026 at 4:02 PM

Registration is now open for Evening with Labor 2026!

Get your tickets + nominate a leader John — Every year, the entire labor movement in the DC region comes together for one unmissable night of celebration and solidarity. Evening with Labor is an annual tradition and the highlight of our year — and we want you to join us for this year's event! Evenin…

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March 4, 2026 at 12:31 PM

March 9: Union Night in Annapolis

March 9: Union Night in Annapolis From teacher strikes to state worker contracts to the minimum wage and more, there is a lot at stake for workers in the Maryland General Assembly this session. On Monday, March 9, union members from across Maryland and DC will rally at the Lawyer’s Mall in Annapolis…

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February 23, 2026 at 2:03 PM

Union busting at The Duck & The Peach

Plus, remembering Rev. Hagler and Rev. Jackson Recent News The Duck & the Peach employees allege union activity was a factor in recent firings Workers at DC restaurant The Duck & The Peach are organizing with UNITE HERE Local 25, and they allege union involvement was a factor in two recent firings. …

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February 9, 2026 at 2:31 PM

Billionaire Bezos fires Post staff | Bowling for Gold winners

Recent News Billionaire owner makes massive layoffs at Washington Post Last week, at the behest of billionaire owner Jeff Bezos, The Washington Post cut a third of its entire workforce including many members of the Post Guild and Washington-Baltimore News Guild. With the job cuts, the storied newspa…

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February 3, 2026 at 12:31 PM

Save the Date for Evening with Labor 2026

John — Black History Month is a time to honor the Black trailblazers and barrier-breakers on whose shoulders we all stand. It serves as a reminder of the ongoing struggle for justice, and the importance of protecting the rights to which we are each entitled. In the labor movement, we know that what …

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January 28, 2026 at 1:32 PM

AFGE member Alex Pretti

Unions support "Day of Truth and Freedom" Recent News Unions across Minnesota join "Day of Truth and Freedom" Photo via Labor Notes. On January 23, tens of thousands of people marched in downtown Minneapolis and participated in a daylong economic blackout as part of “ICE Out of Minnesota: Day of Tru…

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December 17, 2025 at 1:02 PM

Kilmar comes home

And the House passes the Protect America's Workforce Act Recent News Kilmar Abrego Garcia released from ICE custody Kilmar Abrego Garcia is a free man, at least temporarily. Abrego Garcia, a Salvadoran immigrant, Maryland resident, and SMART 100 member, was released from ICE custody last week. "I st…

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December 10, 2025 at 5:46 PM

Battle's on strike

Plus, Stephen Starr faces union-busting charges Recent News Battle’s Transportation/RHG Group workers on strike ATU Local 689 members at Battle’s Transportation/RHG Group are on strike over unfair labor practices committed by the company throughout contract negotiations which began in April 2025. "A…

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December 1, 2025 at 9:30 PM

Brighten a union family's holiday season

Make a referral or donation to CSA's 2025 Holiday Basket Program This has been a difficult year for some union families, and just as they do every year, the Community Services Agency (CSA) is working to make the season a little easier. Referrals and donations are currently open for the Community Ser…

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November 24, 2025 at 9:47 PM

RIFs rescinded

And the longest strike in the country finally ends Recent News 3,600+ feds get notice their shutdown RIFs are rescinded The end of the record-breaking government shutdown last week was good news for federal employees in general, but none more so than the thousands who were told they would lose their…

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November 19, 2025 at 5:33 PM

News: Starbucks on strike | Solidarity Fund fundraiser on Thursday

Plus, 9:30 Club workers win recognition Recent News Starbucks workers nationwide on strike Unionized Starbucks baristas with Starbucks Workers United authorized and launched an open-ended unfair labor practice strike on November 13, protesting more than 700 unresolved unfair labor practice charges a…

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November 18, 2025 at 4:17 PM

Tell Congress to oppose attacks on DC

Two votes coming in the House tomorrow John — After the longest government shutdown in U.S. history, Congress finally returned to session last week — and they are wasting no time re-starting their attacks against DC. Two bills attacking DC are scheduled for a House vote tomorrow, and four more bills…

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