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18 Sep, 2026

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Austin Central Labor Council 2026 General Election Endorsements

03 Sep, 2026

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16 union-first candidates on November ballot chart a new path for Texas politics

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PETITION: Solidarity with Starbucks Workers

Starbucks workers in 60-plus cities are on strike for a fair contract! Baristas at corporate stores are fighting for better pay, fair scheduling and respect on the job. We stand in solidarity with Starbucks workers.

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19 May, 2025

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The Good, Bad, & Ugly: 25 Labor-related bills to watch at the end of the 2025 Texas Legislative Session

We fight for a fair shot for Texas workers, and we expect our lawmakers to as well. Here are the good, bad, and ugly bills still making their way through the Texas Legislature during the 89th session.

The Good, Bad, & Ugly: 25 Labor-related bills to watch at the end of the 2025 Texas Legislative Session

Rick Levy & Cheryl Eliano during the town hall

09 Apr, 2025

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Texas Federal Workers & Members of Congress Sound the Alarm during Virtual Town Hall

TEXAS – On Tuesday evening, the Texas AFL-CIO, American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE), federal workers, and Texas members of Congress hosted a virtual town hall to call out

Texas Federal Workers & Members of Congress Sound the Alarm during Virtual Town Hall

28 Mar, 2025

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‘We’re Not Going Anywhere’: Texas AFL-CIO Statement on Trump’s Union-Busting Executive Order

TEXAS – Today, the Texas AFL-CIO issues the following statement on the

‘We’re Not Going Anywhere’: Texas AFL-CIO Statement on Trump’s Union-Busting Executive Order

Attendees at a 2023 Boot Vouchers rally at the Texas State Capitol.

10 Mar, 2025

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New poll confirms deep unpopularity of Abbott’s voucher scheme

AUSTIN, Texas – Today, a new poll from Z to A Research confirmed

New poll confirms deep unpopularity of Abbott’s voucher scheme

02 Feb, 2025

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Texas Union Members Respond to Abbott’s State of the State Address

AUSTIN, Texas – Today, the Texas AFL-CIO releases the following statements in response to Gov. Greg Abbott’s out-of-touch State of the State address:

Texas Union Members Respond to Abbott’s State of the State Address

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PETITION: Solidarity with Starbucks Workers

The Good, Bad, & Ugly: 25 Labor-related bills to watch at the end of the 2025 Texas Legislative Session

Texas Federal Workers & Members of Congress Sound the Alarm during Virtual Town Hall

‘We’re Not Going Anywhere’: Texas AFL-CIO Statement on Trump’s Union-Busting Executive Order

New poll confirms deep unpopularity of Abbott’s voucher scheme

Texas Union Members Respond to Abbott’s State of the State Address

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Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Arizona IAM Members Secure New Contract With Raytheon - Oct 28

Let's Bring It Home: In the States Roundup - Oct 27

ONE WEEK until Election Day. Let’s get it done! - Oct 27

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: President Shuler Shares Stage With the Dropkick Murphys and Barack Obama, Kicks Off Amy Acton Canvass - Oct 27

The Power of the People Leads: The Working People Weekly List - Oct 26

Get to Know AFL-CIO's Constituency Groups: Asian Pacific American Labor Alliance - Oct 26

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Embarcadero Media Foundation Wins Union Contract - Oct 26

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: President Shuler Joins Texas Union Members for Talarico Rally - Oct 23

Worker Wins: A Significant Step Forward - Oct 22

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Pittsburgh Regional Transit Workers Ratify New Contract - Oct 22

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PETITION: Solidarity with Starbucks Workers

The Good, Bad, & Ugly: 25 Labor-related bills to watch at the end of the 2025 Texas Legislative Session

Texas Federal Workers & Members of Congress Sound the Alarm during Virtual Town Hall

‘We’re Not Going Anywhere’: Texas AFL-CIO Statement on Trump’s Union-Busting Executive Order

New poll confirms deep unpopularity of Abbott’s voucher scheme

Texas Union Members Respond to Abbott’s State of the State Address

AFL-CIO News Feed

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Arizona IAM Members Secure New Contract With Raytheon - Oct 28

Let's Bring It Home: In the States Roundup - Oct 27

ONE WEEK until Election Day. Let’s get it done! - Oct 27

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: President Shuler Shares Stage With the Dropkick Murphys and Barack Obama, Kicks Off Amy Acton Canvass - Oct 27

The Power of the People Leads: The Working People Weekly List - Oct 26

Get to Know AFL-CIO's Constituency Groups: Asian Pacific American Labor Alliance - Oct 26

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Embarcadero Media Foundation Wins Union Contract - Oct 26

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: President Shuler Joins Texas Union Members for Talarico Rally - Oct 23

Worker Wins: A Significant Step Forward - Oct 22

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Pittsburgh Regional Transit Workers Ratify New Contract - Oct 22