We all love the magic of Disneyland, but that magic is created by real people, workers who bring beloved characters and unforgettable moments to life every single day. Show your solidarity with us, the Entertainment Cast Members of Disneyland! actionnetwork.org/petitions/st...

📣 ORGANIZING WIN! Workers at the Mystic Seaport Museum have voted to form a union with AFSCME Council 4! @afscme.bsky.social

Join us for our Annual Labor Day Breakfast! Let's reaffirm our commitment to standing up for working people and fighting back against anti-union politicians, billionaire special interests, and corporate attacks on workers' rights. RSVP: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Over 20% of the workers at Solnit South have been INJURED ON THE JOB and are not currently able to work! These injuries are directly related to chronic understaffing in a facility that takes care of kids with some of the most severe mental health and behavioral needs. ctmirror.org/2026/07/21/c...

CT children psych facility workers sound alarm on safety, outcomes

Union leadership said 66 of the roughly 300 workers at the Solnit South facility are now recovering from injuries.

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🌟 NEW 🌟 First-of-its-kind analysis from @cmcnich.bsky.social, @jensherer.bsky.social, and @benzipperer.org measures how expanding union membership would boost wages, lower inequality, and benefit communities and democracy. A teaser of what that would mean for workers 🧵 1/

The case for tripling union membership: How rebuilding union power would strengthen workers, the economy, and our democracy

Foreword Imagine union membership tripling in the United States. It may sound radical—if you’ve forgotten history. In fact, more than 1 in 3 private-sector workers belonged to a union in the 1950s. Th...

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Join the Connecticut AFL-CIO as we kick off our door-to-door canvassing campaign to support our endorsed primary candidates in the Greater Hartford area on Saturday, July 18! RSVP: www.mobilize.us/ctaflcio/eve...

A strong 4-yr #union contract that will #RaiseTheWage & more! Our #Newtown custodians’ approved agreement also improves #PaidLeave benefits, provides attendance bonus + creates new elementary school lead positions. #UnionYES @aft.org @psrp-aft.bsky.social @aflcio.org @ctaflcio.bsky.social

The Connecticut AFL-CIO seeks a Legislative Director to be based in Rocky Hill, CT. Details can be found at: unionjobs.com/listing/30996-legislative-director #1u #UnionStrong @ctaflcio.bsky.social @aflcio.org

📣 We're hiring! 📣 The Connecticut AFL-CIO is looking for an experienced, strategic Legislative Director to lead our advocacy and legislative efforts during the 2027 legislative session. 🗓️ Application deadline: July 31 Apply today: ctaflcio.org/news/job-pos...

And so, we conclude the Connecticut AFL-CIO’s 16th Biennial Political Convention. Our labor movement leaves united, organized, and ready to keep fighting for a fairer future for all working people! #unionStrong #ctlabor26

The delegates to the Connecticut AFL-CIO’s 16th Biennial Political Convention voted to endorse Governor Ned Lamont and will continue to build a stronger democracy through strong unions. #unionStrong #CTlabor26

How do we win racial and economic justice? By building worker power from the workplace to the ballot box. Incredible insights were had at this morning's panel: "From the Workplace to the Ballot Box" #UnionStrong #CTLabor26

Yale works because @unitehere.org members do! As their campaign for a fair contract heats up, it’s time for the administration to step up and agree to a deal that protects good jobs and fair benefits. Support Yale workers today! #UnionStrong #CTLabor26

Day 2 of the Connecticut AFL-CIO 16th Biennial Political Convention kicked off with a report from secretary-treasurer Shellye Davis #unionstrong #CTLabor26

That’s a wrap on day 1 of the Connecticut AFL-CIO 16th Biennial Political Convention. Time for delegates to unwind and prepare for a second day of action tomorrow. #unionstrong #CTLabor2026

Connecticut is facing a staggering $1B federal budget gap due to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. This afternoon's panel discussed the shifting administrative costs and what that means for those receiving SNAP/Medicaid benefits. #UnionStrong #CTLabor26 @ctvoices.bsky.social

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Labor stands with those who stand with labor. Today we officially welcomed Senate President Martin Looney into the fold with honorary membership cards. We are proud to recognize a leader who fights for Connecticut’s workers every day! #UnionStrong #CTLabor26 @ctdems.bsky.social

At the Connecticut AFL-CIO 16th Biennial Political Convention, President Ed Hawthorne urged our Union family to act. The time to organize is now! Strengthening our unions will strengthen our democracy. #unionstrong #CTLabor26

Here are our top 5 #union horror stories… what are yours? #UnionStrong #CTLabor26

Our political director Ryan Hughes broke down the current political landscape and mapped out the plan for this year's election season. He reinforced the need get out and vote. #UnionStrong #CTLabor26

The first keynote speaker at the Connecticut AFL-CIO 16th Biennial Political Convention is @aflcio.org President @lizshuler.bsky.social. She delivered a powerful message. #UnionStrong #CTLabor26

Happening now: #union delegates join siblings for @ctaflcio.bsky.social’s #CTLabor26 convention, ready for 2 days aimed at strengthening our democracy for all! #UnionYES @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social @afthighered.bsky.social @psrp-aft.bsky.social @afthealthcare.bsky.social @aaup.org @aflcio.org

The Connecticut AFL-CIO 16th Biennial Political Convention is officially underway. This year's focus is on building a stonger democracy through strong unions. #UnionStrong #CTLabor26

Boosting economic & workplace power; celebrating our #SimsburyPSRPs’ approved 3-year contract w/school board to #RaiseTheWage for all, boost veterans’ longevity bonuses, provide new employees paid #union orientation. #UnionYES @aft.org @psrp-aft.bsky.social @aflcio.org @ctaflcio.bsky.social

Our next VP reps some of the hardest working-educators around - #Paraprofessionals & School Related Personnel; Shellye Davis wears many hats, always fighting to make sure her members' voices are heard. #StrengthInUnity @aft.org @psrp-aft.bsky.social @ctaflcio.bsky.social

Protecting benefits = retaining a strong workforce; #NorwalkTeachers voted to hold the line on health coverage, locking in new 3-year #union contract starting w/2026-27 school year! #UnionYES @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social @aflcio.org @ctaflcio.bsky.social

Today, we meet Hearst at the bargaining table to begin negotiating our first contract. Across our unit, many of us already shared some of our top priorities, creating a mosaic of better working conditions.

Winning for the workforce who provide #TheCTDifference; our latest CB wins report spotlights strong successor contracts #SEBAC affiliate members secured after turning up political pressure: aftct.org/2026/04/30/r... #UnionYES @aft.org @aaup.org @aflcio.org @ctaflcio.bsky.social