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Oct. 11, 2022 Tweet - "When I was young, my father was in the Teamsters Union, and the benefits the union fought for were crucial to our family. I will always stand with workers in their push to help improve our workplaces and secure affordable healthcare, good wages, and better working conditions." Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto
Sept. 30, 2022 Carpenters, Pipe Fitters, and 49ers Proudly Endorse Tom Emmer for Congress in MN-06 Rep. Tom Emmer
Sept. 28, 2022 Tweet - "This is an historic and joyous victory for the California farm workers who keep us fed!" Rep. Nancy Pelosi
Sept. 15, 2022 Pocan Statement on Tentative Rail Agreement Rep. Mark Pocan
Sept. 15, 2022 Statement From Senator Cantwell on Railroad Labor Agreement Sen. Maria Cantwell
Sept. 15, 2022 Graves Statement on Tentative Freight Rail Agreement Rep. Sam Graves
Sept. 15, 2022 NEWS: Sanders Statement on Tentative Rail Agreement Sen. Bernie Sanders
Sept. 15, 2022 Statement From Senator Cantwell on Railroad Labor Agreement Sen. Maria Cantwell
Sept. 15, 2022 Sen. Murray Statement on Tentative Rail Labor Agreement Sen. Patty Murray
Sept. 15, 2022 Pelosi Statement on Tentative Railway Labor Agreement Rep. Nancy Pelosi
Sept. 15, 2022 Hoyer Statement on Tentative Rail Labor Agreement Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 14, 2022 Tweet - "Republicans are heading to the floor with a bill to prevent a railway strike that would create total chaos. It would give workers the package that most of the unions have already approved. President Biden should have already resolved this himself. Democrats must let this pass." Sen. Mitch McConnell
Sept. 14, 2022 Moulton Statement on Looming National Railroad Strike Rep. Seth Moulton
Sept. 14, 2022 Tweet - "Senate Democrats just blocked our bill that would have given railway workers a big raise and prevented a crippling strike and supply chain crisis. If a strike occurs and paralyzes food, fertilizer, and energy shipments nationwide, it will be because Democrats blocked this bill." Sen. Mitch McConnell
Sept. 14, 2022 Tweet - "I am excited to see minor leaguers formally (and finally) unionize under the MLBPA. With their new collective bargaining rights, these players will no longer have to accept near-poverty wages to pursue their dreams of playing in the Big Leagues." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 9, 2022 Congressman Sherman & Senator Elizabeth Warren Introduce the Nationwide Right to Unionize Act Rep. Brad Sherman
Sept. 9, 2022 Padilla Supports Legislation to Boost Workers' Right to Unionize Sen. Alex Padilla
Sept. 9, 2022 Tweet - "MLB's recognition of the minor league players union is about giving workers a voice. Fairer pay and better conditions will benefit players and fans alike. This is great news. I'll be watching closely to ensure this process is seen through. Let's bring this home." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Sept. 9, 2022 Tweet - "It's no accident that 71% of Americans have a favorable view of unions the highest since 1965, while just 36% hold a favorable view of corporations the lowest since Wall Street crashed the economy in 2008. The American people are sick and tired of corporate greed." Sen. Bernie Sanders
Sept. 9, 2022 Tweet - "MLB's recognition of the minor league players union is about giving workers a voice. Fairer pay and better conditions will benefit players and fans alike. This is great news. I'll be watching closely to ensure this process is seen through. Let's bring this home." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Sept. 8, 2022 Senator Baldwin Joins Colleagues to Introduce the Nationwide Right to Unionize Act Rep. Brad Sherman, ...
Sept. 6, 2022 Tweet - "Minor league players are asking for a seat at the table to negotiate better pay and working conditions. Now it's up to MLB to step up to the plate and bargain in good faith. I'll be watching and hope the sides come to an agreement that will improve America's pastime." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 6, 2022 Tweet - "Congrats to Minor League baseball players for a huge and swift show of support for forming a union. The MLB and Commissioner Manfred should voluntarily recognize the union immediately and bargain in good faith." Sen. Bernie Sanders
Sept. 5, 2022 Tweet - "Washington state's workers are the backbone of our economy. From paid leave to child care to the minimum wage, I'll always stand with workers and fight for a fairer economy and workers' right to unionize. #LaborDay" Sen. Patty Murray
Sept. 5, 2022 Tweet - "Happy Labor Day! I'll always stand up for our unions and Nevada's strong labor movement. My father was a proud union member, and I know firsthand the benefits that organized labor has provided for my family, and for families across the country." Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto
Aug. 29, 2022 Tweet - "Minor league players make near poverty wages while serving as some of MLB's best ambassadors in communities across America. Unionization would finally allow minor leaguers to negotiate for better pay and working conditions. I welcome this step by MLBPA." Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 25, 2022 Tweet - "If Howard Schultz, the Starbucks CEO, who is worth $4 billion can afford a $145 million, 254-foot super yacht with a helicopter pad, you know what? He can afford to negotiate a fair first contract with Starbucks workers who voted to form a union in over 230 locations in America." Sen. Bernie Sanders
Aug. 25, 2022 Tweet - "The hardworking, skilled nurses at @UWHealth have the right & freedom to organize a union. I encourage @UWHealth to recognize the nurses' union and negotiate in good faith with these Wisconsin workers." Sen. Tammy Baldwin
July 22, 2022 Tweet - "Every single worker who wants to join a union should be able to. And corporations absolutely should not be getting tax breaks for union-busting. I'm working to level the playing field and put workers first." Sen. Patty Murray
July 18, 2022 Rep Lieu Statement on Congressional Unionization Effort Rep. Ted Lieu
July 14, 2022 Letter to Hon. Joseph R. Biden, President - Burr, Wicker Call on President Biden to Prevent Rail Strike, Avoid Further Supply Chain Crisis Sen. Roger Wicker, ...
July 14, 2022 Tweet - "Let me congratulate the Starbucks workers in South Burlington for successfully voting to form the first unionized Starbucks in Vermont. In just 8 months, workers in over 160 Starbucks shops have voted to form a union for better wages, benefits & working conditions. Keep it up!" Sen. Bernie Sanders
July 12, 2022 Tweet - "On #PrimeDay, let's not forget. Amazon blamed "inflation" on a 17% price hike in a Prime membership after its profits soared 450% since the pandemic to a record $38 billion while avoiding $5 billion in taxes, spending $4 million on union busting & denying workers paid sick leave." Sen. Bernie Sanders
July 6, 2022 Kaptur Applauds Protection for Millions of Union Retirees' Pensions Rep. Marcy Kaptur
July 6, 2022 Sen. Marshall Asks USDA for Answers on Partnership with United Farmer Workers of America Sen. Roger Marshall
June 30, 2022 Letter to President and CEO James C. McKenna, Pacific Maritime Association and President William E. Adams, International Longshore and Warehouse Union - Sánchez pens letter urging Pacific Maritime Association, ILWU to engage in good faith negotiations Rep. Jimmy Panetta, ...
June 27, 2022 Letter to Hon. Tom Vilsack, Secretary of Agriculture - Tillis Asks USDA for Answers on Partnership with United Farmer Workers of America Rep. David Rouzer, ...
June 22, 2022 Letter to Mr. Nick Jeffery, Chief Executive Officer Frontier Communications - Communications Workers Of America Applauds Efforts By Dr. Ruiz To Support Ongoing Negotiations For Improved Labor Standards Rep. Raul Ruiz
June 22, 2022 Dr. Ruiz Brings Together Dolores Huerta Foundation, United Farm Workers, And National And Local Advocacy Organizations For Farmworker Policy Roundtable Rep. Raul Ruiz
June 18, 2022 Tweet - "I stand in solidarity with the @UAW workers at @CNHIndustrial in Mount Pleasant whose hard work needs to respected and rewarded with stronger economic security. #MadeinWI #1u" Sen. Tammy Baldwin
June 14, 2022 Gillibrand And Sanders Urge Amazon To Recognize Employees' Historic Union Victory Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
June 13, 2022 Labor Caucus Celebrates JEC Report on Unions Rep. Linda Sánchez, ...
June 10, 2022 Letter to Andy Jassy, CEO of Amazon.com, Inc. - NEWS: Sanders and Gillibrand Call on Amazon to Recognize Historic Union Victory and Drop Objections Ahead of Critical NLRB Hearing Sen. Bernie Sanders, ...
June 9, 2022 Ruiz, Padilla Announce Legislation To Create The César E. Chávez And The Farmworker Movement National Park Sen. Ruben Gallego, ...
June 9, 2022 Letter to Scott W. Wine, CEO of CNH Industrial - NEWS: Sanders and Baldwin Lead Letter in Support of Striking CNH Industrial Workers in Wisconsin and Iowa Sen. Tammy Baldwin, ...
June 2, 2022 Warren, Bush, Booker, Sanders, Ocasio-Cortez Blast Amazon for Proposed Worker Chat App that Reportedly Blocks Discussions about Work Conditions and Unionization Efforts Sen. Elizabeth Warren
May 27, 2022 Tweet - "Congratulations to Starbucks Workers United for winning the 100th union election at Starbucks coffee shops all over America. I say to Howard Schultz: Stop the union busting. Obey the law. Negotiate a fair contract with your workers now -- no more delays. Enough is enough." Sen. Bernie Sanders
May 26, 2022 Letter to John Hairston, Administrator of the Bonneville Power Administration - Calling for Agreement to Reopen Ferndale Smelter, Bring Back Union Jobs Rep. Rick Larsen, ...
May 23, 2022 Tweet - "No government -- not the federal government, not the state government and not the city government -- should be handing out corporate welfare to union busters and labor law violators." Sen. Bernie Sanders
May 19, 2022 Wyden, Merkley Introduce Legislation to End Subsidies for Corporate Union Busting Sen. Ron Wyden, ...
Date Title Politician
Oct. 11, 2022 Tweet - "When I was young, my father was in the Teamsters Union, and the benefits the union fought for were crucial to our family. I will always stand with workers in their push to help improve our workplaces and secure affordable healthcare, good wages, and better working conditions." Sen.Catherine Cortez Masto
Sept. 30, 2022 Carpenters, Pipe Fitters, and 49ers Proudly Endorse Tom Emmer for Congress in MN-06 Rep.Tom Emmer
Sept. 28, 2022 Tweet - "This is an historic and joyous victory for the California farm workers who keep us fed!" Rep.Nancy Pelosi
Sept. 15, 2022 Pocan Statement on Tentative Rail Agreement Rep.Mark Pocan
Sept. 15, 2022 Statement From Senator Cantwell on Railroad Labor Agreement Sen.Maria Cantwell
Sept. 15, 2022 Graves Statement on Tentative Freight Rail Agreement Rep.Sam Graves
Sept. 15, 2022 NEWS: Sanders Statement on Tentative Rail Agreement Sen.Bernie Sanders
Sept. 15, 2022 Statement From Senator Cantwell on Railroad Labor Agreement Sen.Maria Cantwell
Sept. 15, 2022 Sen. Murray Statement on Tentative Rail Labor Agreement Sen.Patty Murray
Sept. 15, 2022 Pelosi Statement on Tentative Railway Labor Agreement Rep.Nancy Pelosi
Sept. 15, 2022 Hoyer Statement on Tentative Rail Labor Agreement Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 14, 2022 Tweet - "Republicans are heading to the floor with a bill to prevent a railway strike that would create total chaos. It would give workers the package that most of the unions have already approved. President Biden should have already resolved this himself. Democrats must let this pass." Sen.Mitch McConnell
Sept. 14, 2022 Moulton Statement on Looming National Railroad Strike Rep.Seth Moulton
Sept. 14, 2022 Tweet - "Senate Democrats just blocked our bill that would have given railway workers a big raise and prevented a crippling strike and supply chain crisis. If a strike occurs and paralyzes food, fertilizer, and energy shipments nationwide, it will be because Democrats blocked this bill." Sen.Mitch McConnell
Sept. 14, 2022 Tweet - "I am excited to see minor leaguers formally (and finally) unionize under the MLBPA. With their new collective bargaining rights, these players will no longer have to accept near-poverty wages to pursue their dreams of playing in the Big Leagues." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 9, 2022 Congressman Sherman & Senator Elizabeth Warren Introduce the Nationwide Right to Unionize Act Rep.Brad Sherman
Sept. 9, 2022 Padilla Supports Legislation to Boost Workers' Right to Unionize Sen.Alex Padilla
Sept. 9, 2022 Tweet - "MLB's recognition of the minor league players union is about giving workers a voice. Fairer pay and better conditions will benefit players and fans alike. This is great news. I'll be watching closely to ensure this process is seen through. Let's bring this home." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Sept. 9, 2022 Tweet - "It's no accident that 71% of Americans have a favorable view of unions the highest since 1965, while just 36% hold a favorable view of corporations the lowest since Wall Street crashed the economy in 2008. The American people are sick and tired of corporate greed." Sen.Bernie Sanders
Sept. 9, 2022 Tweet - "MLB's recognition of the minor league players union is about giving workers a voice. Fairer pay and better conditions will benefit players and fans alike. This is great news. I'll be watching closely to ensure this process is seen through. Let's bring this home." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Sept. 8, 2022 Senator Baldwin Joins Colleagues to Introduce the Nationwide Right to Unionize Act Rep.Brad Sherman, ...
Sept. 6, 2022 Tweet - "Minor league players are asking for a seat at the table to negotiate better pay and working conditions. Now it's up to MLB to step up to the plate and bargain in good faith. I'll be watching and hope the sides come to an agreement that will improve America's pastime." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 6, 2022 Tweet - "Congrats to Minor League baseball players for a huge and swift show of support for forming a union. The MLB and Commissioner Manfred should voluntarily recognize the union immediately and bargain in good faith." Sen.Bernie Sanders
Sept. 5, 2022 Tweet - "Washington state's workers are the backbone of our economy. From paid leave to child care to the minimum wage, I'll always stand with workers and fight for a fairer economy and workers' right to unionize. #LaborDay" Sen.Patty Murray
Sept. 5, 2022 Tweet - "Happy Labor Day! I'll always stand up for our unions and Nevada's strong labor movement. My father was a proud union member, and I know firsthand the benefits that organized labor has provided for my family, and for families across the country." Sen.Catherine Cortez Masto
Aug. 29, 2022 Tweet - "Minor league players make near poverty wages while serving as some of MLB's best ambassadors in communities across America. Unionization would finally allow minor leaguers to negotiate for better pay and working conditions. I welcome this step by MLBPA." Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 25, 2022 Tweet - "If Howard Schultz, the Starbucks CEO, who is worth $4 billion can afford a $145 million, 254-foot super yacht with a helicopter pad, you know what? He can afford to negotiate a fair first contract with Starbucks workers who voted to form a union in over 230 locations in America." Sen.Bernie Sanders
Aug. 25, 2022 Tweet - "The hardworking, skilled nurses at @UWHealth have the right & freedom to organize a union. I encourage @UWHealth to recognize the nurses' union and negotiate in good faith with these Wisconsin workers." Sen.Tammy Baldwin
July 22, 2022 Tweet - "Every single worker who wants to join a union should be able to. And corporations absolutely should not be getting tax breaks for union-busting. I'm working to level the playing field and put workers first." Sen.Patty Murray
July 18, 2022 Rep Lieu Statement on Congressional Unionization Effort Rep.Ted Lieu
July 14, 2022 Letter to Hon. Joseph R. Biden, President - Burr, Wicker Call on President Biden to Prevent Rail Strike, Avoid Further Supply Chain Crisis Sen.Roger Wicker, ...
July 14, 2022 Tweet - "Let me congratulate the Starbucks workers in South Burlington for successfully voting to form the first unionized Starbucks in Vermont. In just 8 months, workers in over 160 Starbucks shops have voted to form a union for better wages, benefits & working conditions. Keep it up!" Sen.Bernie Sanders
July 12, 2022 Tweet - "On #PrimeDay, let's not forget. Amazon blamed "inflation" on a 17% price hike in a Prime membership after its profits soared 450% since the pandemic to a record $38 billion while avoiding $5 billion in taxes, spending $4 million on union busting & denying workers paid sick leave." Sen.Bernie Sanders
July 6, 2022 Kaptur Applauds Protection for Millions of Union Retirees' Pensions Rep.Marcy Kaptur
July 6, 2022 Sen. Marshall Asks USDA for Answers on Partnership with United Farmer Workers of America Sen.Roger Marshall
June 30, 2022 Letter to President and CEO James C. McKenna, Pacific Maritime Association and President William E. Adams, International Longshore and Warehouse Union - Sánchez pens letter urging Pacific Maritime Association, ILWU to engage in good faith negotiations Rep.Jimmy Panetta, ...
June 27, 2022 Letter to Hon. Tom Vilsack, Secretary of Agriculture - Tillis Asks USDA for Answers on Partnership with United Farmer Workers of America Rep.David Rouzer, ...
June 22, 2022 Letter to Mr. Nick Jeffery, Chief Executive Officer Frontier Communications - Communications Workers Of America Applauds Efforts By Dr. Ruiz To Support Ongoing Negotiations For Improved Labor Standards Rep.Raul Ruiz
June 22, 2022 Dr. Ruiz Brings Together Dolores Huerta Foundation, United Farm Workers, And National And Local Advocacy Organizations For Farmworker Policy Roundtable Rep.Raul Ruiz
June 18, 2022 Tweet - "I stand in solidarity with the @UAW workers at @CNHIndustrial in Mount Pleasant whose hard work needs to respected and rewarded with stronger economic security. #MadeinWI #1u" Sen.Tammy Baldwin
June 14, 2022 Gillibrand And Sanders Urge Amazon To Recognize Employees' Historic Union Victory Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand
June 13, 2022 Labor Caucus Celebrates JEC Report on Unions Rep.Linda Sánchez, ...
June 10, 2022 Letter to Andy Jassy, CEO of Amazon.com, Inc. - NEWS: Sanders and Gillibrand Call on Amazon to Recognize Historic Union Victory and Drop Objections Ahead of Critical NLRB Hearing Sen.Bernie Sanders, ...
June 9, 2022 Ruiz, Padilla Announce Legislation To Create The César E. Chávez And The Farmworker Movement National Park Sen.Ruben Gallego, ...
June 9, 2022 Letter to Scott W. Wine, CEO of CNH Industrial - NEWS: Sanders and Baldwin Lead Letter in Support of Striking CNH Industrial Workers in Wisconsin and Iowa Sen.Tammy Baldwin, ...
June 2, 2022 Warren, Bush, Booker, Sanders, Ocasio-Cortez Blast Amazon for Proposed Worker Chat App that Reportedly Blocks Discussions about Work Conditions and Unionization Efforts Sen.Elizabeth Warren
May 27, 2022 Tweet - "Congratulations to Starbucks Workers United for winning the 100th union election at Starbucks coffee shops all over America. I say to Howard Schultz: Stop the union busting. Obey the law. Negotiate a fair contract with your workers now -- no more delays. Enough is enough." Sen.Bernie Sanders
May 26, 2022 Letter to John Hairston, Administrator of the Bonneville Power Administration - Calling for Agreement to Reopen Ferndale Smelter, Bring Back Union Jobs Rep.Rick Larsen, ...
May 23, 2022 Tweet - "No government -- not the federal government, not the state government and not the city government -- should be handing out corporate welfare to union busters and labor law violators." Sen.Bernie Sanders
May 19, 2022 Wyden, Merkley Introduce Legislation to End Subsidies for Corporate Union Busting Sen.Ron Wyden, ...
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