Ardist Brown Jr. (Butch)
@love2ref.bsky.social
Executive Board Member https://www.seiu32bj.org/
185,000 members in 12 states & the District Of Columbia. We’re the largest property service union in the country. 💪💪🏻💪🏼💪🏽💪🏾💪🏿
185,000 members in 12 states & the District Of Columbia. We’re the largest property service union in the country. 💪💪🏻💪🏼💪🏽💪🏾💪🏿
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In a small town that's about an hour or so West of #Savannah, Ga. Here, 78-year-old Samaria Bailey discusses her experience of picking cotton at the age of 5 or 6 with her mother, in Butler, Ga.
@seiu.org & @32bjseiu.bsky.social
We Don't Play!💜
#unionsforallnetwork
#SolidaritySeason
@seiu.org & @32bjseiu.bsky.social
We Don't Play!💜
#unionsforallnetwork
#SolidaritySeason
This #VeteransDay, we salute all who’ve served—especially the veterans among our 32BJ members. Your commitment to country, community, and service inspires us every day.
To all veterans—thank you for your strength, courage, and sacrifice. 32BJ stands with you today and always. 💜 #StrongerTogether
To all veterans—thank you for your strength, courage, and sacrifice. 32BJ stands with you today and always. 💜 #StrongerTogether
November 11, 2025 at 5:36 PM
This #VeteransDay, we salute all who’ve served—especially the veterans among our 32BJ members. Your commitment to country, community, and service inspires us every day.
To all veterans—thank you for your strength, courage, and sacrifice. 32BJ stands with you today and always. 💜 #StrongerTogether
To all veterans—thank you for your strength, courage, and sacrifice. 32BJ stands with you today and always. 💜 #StrongerTogether
@shirley4council.bsky.social
I am honored to be the Councilmember-elect for the East Bronx. I want to thank every voter who supported me, and every volunteer who knocked on doors, made phone calls, or handed out lit at a train station.
@seiu.org & @32bjseiu.bsky.social
We Don't Play! 💜
I am honored to be the Councilmember-elect for the East Bronx. I want to thank every voter who supported me, and every volunteer who knocked on doors, made phone calls, or handed out lit at a train station.
@seiu.org & @32bjseiu.bsky.social
We Don't Play! 💜
November 9, 2025 at 7:19 AM
@shirley4council.bsky.social
I am honored to be the Councilmember-elect for the East Bronx. I want to thank every voter who supported me, and every volunteer who knocked on doors, made phone calls, or handed out lit at a train station.
@seiu.org & @32bjseiu.bsky.social
We Don't Play! 💜
I am honored to be the Councilmember-elect for the East Bronx. I want to thank every voter who supported me, and every volunteer who knocked on doors, made phone calls, or handed out lit at a train station.
@seiu.org & @32bjseiu.bsky.social
We Don't Play! 💜
Visit the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities’ SNAP Resources page at the link below and search for resources and information in your state:
➡️ www.cbpp.org/research/foo...
SEIU & 32BJ SEIU We Don’t Play! 💜
#unionsforallnetwork #SolidaritySeason
➡️ www.cbpp.org/research/foo...
SEIU & 32BJ SEIU We Don’t Play! 💜
#unionsforallnetwork #SolidaritySeason
November 3, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Visit the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities’ SNAP Resources page at the link below and search for resources and information in your state:
➡️ www.cbpp.org/research/foo...
SEIU & 32BJ SEIU We Don’t Play! 💜
#unionsforallnetwork #SolidaritySeason
➡️ www.cbpp.org/research/foo...
SEIU & 32BJ SEIU We Don’t Play! 💜
#unionsforallnetwork #SolidaritySeason
This week's #WeaselOfTheWeek goes to the CEOs laying off workers while hoarding profits. 7 68,800 jobs cut $248 billion in combined net worth This isn't about cutting costs.
@seiu.org & @32bjseiu.bsky.social
We Don't Play! 💜
#unionsforallnetwork
#SolidaritySeason
@seiu.org & @32bjseiu.bsky.social
We Don't Play! 💜
#unionsforallnetwork
#SolidaritySeason
November 3, 2025 at 2:57 PM
This week's #WeaselOfTheWeek goes to the CEOs laying off workers while hoarding profits. 7 68,800 jobs cut $248 billion in combined net worth This isn't about cutting costs.
@seiu.org & @32bjseiu.bsky.social
We Don't Play! 💜
#unionsforallnetwork
#SolidaritySeason
@seiu.org & @32bjseiu.bsky.social
We Don't Play! 💜
#unionsforallnetwork
#SolidaritySeason
As Trump plays political games with SNAP benefits, millions of working families will suffer. Tinika Dottin, aimember with SEIU 509 who supports access to SNAP on the frontlines.
@32bjseiu.bsky.social @seiu.org We Don't Play! 💜
#unionsforallnetwork #SolidaritySeason
@32bjseiu.bsky.social @seiu.org We Don't Play! 💜
#unionsforallnetwork #SolidaritySeason
November 3, 2025 at 2:54 PM
As Trump plays political games with SNAP benefits, millions of working families will suffer. Tinika Dottin, aimember with SEIU 509 who supports access to SNAP on the frontlines.
@32bjseiu.bsky.social @seiu.org We Don't Play! 💜
#unionsforallnetwork #SolidaritySeason
@32bjseiu.bsky.social @seiu.org We Don't Play! 💜
#unionsforallnetwork #SolidaritySeason
In a small town that's about an hour or so West of #Savannah, Ga. Here, 78-year-old Samaria Bailey discusses her experience of picking cotton at the age of 5 or 6 with her mother, in Butler, Ga.
@seiu.org & @32bjseiu.bsky.social
We Don't Play!💜
#unionsforallnetwork
#SolidaritySeason
@seiu.org & @32bjseiu.bsky.social
We Don't Play!💜
#unionsforallnetwork
#SolidaritySeason
November 3, 2025 at 2:43 PM
In a small town that's about an hour or so West of #Savannah, Ga. Here, 78-year-old Samaria Bailey discusses her experience of picking cotton at the age of 5 or 6 with her mother, in Butler, Ga.
@seiu.org & @32bjseiu.bsky.social
We Don't Play!💜
#unionsforallnetwork
#SolidaritySeason
@seiu.org & @32bjseiu.bsky.social
We Don't Play!💜
#unionsforallnetwork
#SolidaritySeason
In this year's mayoral election, @32bjseiu.bsky.social
is standing with the candidate who will stand with us. @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social is fighting to make New York City an affordable place where working people can thrive. We’re standing with Zohran because he has a history of standing with 32BJ.
is standing with the candidate who will stand with us. @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social is fighting to make New York City an affordable place where working people can thrive. We’re standing with Zohran because he has a history of standing with 32BJ.
October 17, 2025 at 3:36 PM
In this year's mayoral election, @32bjseiu.bsky.social
is standing with the candidate who will stand with us. @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social is fighting to make New York City an affordable place where working people can thrive. We’re standing with Zohran because he has a history of standing with 32BJ.
is standing with the candidate who will stand with us. @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social is fighting to make New York City an affordable place where working people can thrive. We’re standing with Zohran because he has a history of standing with 32BJ.
2,000 security officers are now working without a labor contract in New Jersey.
“These men and women are the first people to respond during emergencies, from medical crises to active threats. But their employers treat them as disposable.
@32bjseiu.bsky.social & @seiu.org We Don't Play!💜
“These men and women are the first people to respond during emergencies, from medical crises to active threats. But their employers treat them as disposable.
@32bjseiu.bsky.social & @seiu.org We Don't Play!💜
October 16, 2025 at 4:15 PM
2,000 security officers are now working without a labor contract in New Jersey.
“These men and women are the first people to respond during emergencies, from medical crises to active threats. But their employers treat them as disposable.
@32bjseiu.bsky.social & @seiu.org We Don't Play!💜
“These men and women are the first people to respond during emergencies, from medical crises to active threats. But their employers treat them as disposable.
@32bjseiu.bsky.social & @seiu.org We Don't Play!💜
From pay raises to telework protections @seiu1000.bsky.social
members are winning real results Our side letter proves it: when we fight together, we win together.
@seiu.org & @32bjseiu.bsky.social
We Don't Play!💜
#unionsforallnetwork
#SolidaritySeason
members are winning real results Our side letter proves it: when we fight together, we win together.
@seiu.org & @32bjseiu.bsky.social
We Don't Play!💜
#unionsforallnetwork
#SolidaritySeason
October 14, 2025 at 12:46 PM
From pay raises to telework protections @seiu1000.bsky.social
members are winning real results Our side letter proves it: when we fight together, we win together.
@seiu.org & @32bjseiu.bsky.social
We Don't Play!💜
#unionsforallnetwork
#SolidaritySeason
members are winning real results Our side letter proves it: when we fight together, we win together.
@seiu.org & @32bjseiu.bsky.social
We Don't Play!💜
#unionsforallnetwork
#SolidaritySeason
Mayra, an ultrasound tech with @seiu-uhw.bsky.social
shares her story this Latino Heritage Month and how it's inspired her to keep fighting for the communities she cares for.
@seiu.org & @32bjseiu.bsky.social
We Don’t Play!💜
shares her story this Latino Heritage Month and how it's inspired her to keep fighting for the communities she cares for.
@seiu.org & @32bjseiu.bsky.social
We Don’t Play!💜
October 13, 2025 at 1:49 PM
Mayra, an ultrasound tech with @seiu-uhw.bsky.social
shares her story this Latino Heritage Month and how it's inspired her to keep fighting for the communities she cares for.
@seiu.org & @32bjseiu.bsky.social
We Don’t Play!💜
shares her story this Latino Heritage Month and how it's inspired her to keep fighting for the communities she cares for.
@seiu.org & @32bjseiu.bsky.social
We Don’t Play!💜
Manny Pastreich on why a labor union is leading the fight for lower hospital prices. "We had to dig in our heels so that workers who keep New York City running don't have to choose between going to the doctor, or putting food on the table.
@32bjseiu.bsky.social
We Don'tPlay! 💜
@32bjseiu.bsky.social
We Don'tPlay! 💜
October 13, 2025 at 1:45 PM
Manny Pastreich on why a labor union is leading the fight for lower hospital prices. "We had to dig in our heels so that workers who keep New York City running don't have to choose between going to the doctor, or putting food on the table.
@32bjseiu.bsky.social
We Don'tPlay! 💜
@32bjseiu.bsky.social
We Don'tPlay! 💜
@shirley4council.bsky.social
Thank you to everyone who came out in the rain yesterday to knock doors! Early voting starts in less than 2 weeks so now is the time to get out there and talk to your neighbors!
@crystalheathdvm.bsky.social
@sdnyc.bsky.social
@32bjseiu.bsky.social
Thank you to everyone who came out in the rain yesterday to knock doors! Early voting starts in less than 2 weeks so now is the time to get out there and talk to your neighbors!
@crystalheathdvm.bsky.social
@sdnyc.bsky.social
@32bjseiu.bsky.social
October 13, 2025 at 1:26 PM
@shirley4council.bsky.social
Thank you to everyone who came out in the rain yesterday to knock doors! Early voting starts in less than 2 weeks so now is the time to get out there and talk to your neighbors!
@crystalheathdvm.bsky.social
@sdnyc.bsky.social
@32bjseiu.bsky.social
Thank you to everyone who came out in the rain yesterday to knock doors! Early voting starts in less than 2 weeks so now is the time to get out there and talk to your neighbors!
@crystalheathdvm.bsky.social
@sdnyc.bsky.social
@32bjseiu.bsky.social
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In these tough times, Michigan’s home care workers remind us what collective power looks like.
32,000 workers fought, won, and reclaimed their union. 💜💪 #UnionStrong #UnionsForAll
32,000 workers fought, won, and reclaimed their union. 💜💪 #UnionStrong #UnionsForAll
In a moment when our democracy feels fragile & our freedoms under attack, 32k home care workers in Michigan are giving us something powerful: hope. These powerful workers fought, won & took back their union. Congrats to the workers w/ MI Home Care Workers United & @seiuhcmi.bsky.social #UnionsForAll
October 9, 2025 at 5:19 PM
In these tough times, Michigan’s home care workers remind us what collective power looks like.
32,000 workers fought, won, and reclaimed their union. 💜💪 #UnionStrong #UnionsForAll
32,000 workers fought, won, and reclaimed their union. 💜💪 #UnionStrong #UnionsForAll
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💜 Congratulations to @seiu.org home care workers in Michigan!
Nearly 32,000 home care workers have unionized with SEIU Healthcare, demanding fair pay & dignity for all care work.
A historic step forward for care workers everywhere! #UnionStrong
Nearly 32,000 home care workers have unionized with SEIU Healthcare, demanding fair pay & dignity for all care work.
A historic step forward for care workers everywhere! #UnionStrong
Nearly 32,000 Michigan home care workers unionize with SEIU Healthcare in historic win %
Historic win for home care workers in Michigan %
uniglobalunion.org
October 10, 2025 at 1:34 PM
💜 Congratulations to @seiu.org home care workers in Michigan!
Nearly 32,000 home care workers have unionized with SEIU Healthcare, demanding fair pay & dignity for all care work.
A historic step forward for care workers everywhere! #UnionStrong
Nearly 32,000 home care workers have unionized with SEIU Healthcare, demanding fair pay & dignity for all care work.
A historic step forward for care workers everywhere! #UnionStrong
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We’re still not over this historic win! 💜
32,000 Michigan home care workers just got their union back — proving what’s possible when workers stand united.
This is democracy. This is solidarity. This is power. ✊🏽💪
32,000 Michigan home care workers just got their union back — proving what’s possible when workers stand united.
This is democracy. This is solidarity. This is power. ✊🏽💪
October 12, 2025 at 10:34 PM
We’re still not over this historic win! 💜
32,000 Michigan home care workers just got their union back — proving what’s possible when workers stand united.
This is democracy. This is solidarity. This is power. ✊🏽💪
32,000 Michigan home care workers just got their union back — proving what’s possible when workers stand united.
This is democracy. This is solidarity. This is power. ✊🏽💪
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Let’s be clear—this didn’t happen by accident.
Republicans are holding the government hostage to protect billionaires and corporations while working families pay more for healthcare, rent, and groceries.
That’s the real cost of their shutdown shenanigans.
Republicans are holding the government hostage to protect billionaires and corporations while working families pay more for healthcare, rent, and groceries.
That’s the real cost of their shutdown shenanigans.
I was sent this by a Georgian this morning. 2025 premiums vs 2026 premiums for someone making $65k a year.
Republicans in Washington did this.
This is what I'm fighting to stop. This is what’s at stake in this shutdown fight.
Republicans in Washington did this.
This is what I'm fighting to stop. This is what’s at stake in this shutdown fight.
October 12, 2025 at 10:36 PM
Let’s be clear—this didn’t happen by accident.
Republicans are holding the government hostage to protect billionaires and corporations while working families pay more for healthcare, rent, and groceries.
That’s the real cost of their shutdown shenanigans.
Republicans are holding the government hostage to protect billionaires and corporations while working families pay more for healthcare, rent, and groceries.
That’s the real cost of their shutdown shenanigans.
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ICYMI: Greece is showing how it’s done—when labor rights get attacked, workers walk out. Strikes remind everyone where the real power lies: with the people who make everything run. https://seiu.co/3IOlwHx
Thousands march in Greece against labor law changes, disrupt services nationwide
Thousands of demonstrators have marched through Athens as part of a general strike protesting changes to Greece's labor laws.
seiu.co
October 12, 2025 at 11:35 PM
ICYMI: Greece is showing how it’s done—when labor rights get attacked, workers walk out. Strikes remind everyone where the real power lies: with the people who make everything run. https://seiu.co/3IOlwHx
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White-collar workers are done with burnout, layoffs, and corporate spin. They’re organizing for fair pay and real power on the job. Union strength isn’t just for one class of worker—it’s for all workers. 💪 https://seiu.co/47qitOb
The future of white-collar work may be unionized
Law firms, banks and tech companies are seeing an uptick in employees choosing to join unions.
seiu.co
October 13, 2025 at 12:22 AM
White-collar workers are done with burnout, layoffs, and corporate spin. They’re organizing for fair pay and real power on the job. Union strength isn’t just for one class of worker—it’s for all workers. 💪 https://seiu.co/47qitOb
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The Aland Etienne Safety and Security Act is about more than policy — it’s about people. Named after Aland Etienne, a heroic security officer who gave his life protecting others, this bill would set real standards to keep every New Yorker safer. #HonorAlandEtienne #StandForSecurity
October 7, 2025 at 5:37 PM
The Aland Etienne Safety and Security Act is about more than policy — it’s about people. Named after Aland Etienne, a heroic security officer who gave his life protecting others, this bill would set real standards to keep every New Yorker safer. #HonorAlandEtienne #StandForSecurity
Republican leaders have shut down our government because they refuse to lower healthcare costs, we won’t stand by while our health and livelihoods are attacked. Take action now at: brnw.ch/21wWluQ
@seiu.org & @32bjseiu.bsky.social
We Don’t Play! 💜
#unionsforallnetwork #SolidaritySeason
@seiu.org & @32bjseiu.bsky.social
We Don’t Play! 💜
#unionsforallnetwork #SolidaritySeason
October 4, 2025 at 10:33 PM
Republican leaders have shut down our government because they refuse to lower healthcare costs, we won’t stand by while our health and livelihoods are attacked. Take action now at: brnw.ch/21wWluQ
@seiu.org & @32bjseiu.bsky.social
We Don’t Play! 💜
#unionsforallnetwork #SolidaritySeason
@seiu.org & @32bjseiu.bsky.social
We Don’t Play! 💜
#unionsforallnetwork #SolidaritySeason
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New York City deserves a mayor who will fight for those of us who labor every single hour of the day!
@zohrankmamdani.bsky.social
@zohrankmamdani.bsky.social
September 30, 2025 at 8:46 PM
New York City deserves a mayor who will fight for those of us who labor every single hour of the day!
@zohrankmamdani.bsky.social
@zohrankmamdani.bsky.social
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Seniors depend on in-home care workers every single day. The problem? These caregivers are undervalued while doing one of the most important jobs in our communities. It’s time we treated them with the respect they’ve earned.
www.pleasantonweekly.com/cover-story/...
www.pleasantonweekly.com/cover-story/...
'It's just a godsend': In-home care workers provide vital support for Tri-Valley seniors
Earlier this year, Dublin resident Dawn Halverson received a heartbreaking call from her employer letting her know she was being let go just two weeks before she was due for a second hip replacement s...
www.pleasantonweekly.com
September 25, 2025 at 3:06 PM
Seniors depend on in-home care workers every single day. The problem? These caregivers are undervalued while doing one of the most important jobs in our communities. It’s time we treated them with the respect they’ve earned.
www.pleasantonweekly.com/cover-story/...
www.pleasantonweekly.com/cover-story/...
A mother visits her son in detention on his birthday outside the federal detention building in downtown
Los Angeles.
@seiu.org & @32bjseiu.bsky.social
We Don't Play! 💜
#unionsforallnetwork
#SolidaritySeason
Los Angeles.
@seiu.org & @32bjseiu.bsky.social
We Don't Play! 💜
#unionsforallnetwork
#SolidaritySeason
September 26, 2025 at 10:00 AM
A mother visits her son in detention on his birthday outside the federal detention building in downtown
Los Angeles.
@seiu.org & @32bjseiu.bsky.social
We Don't Play! 💜
#unionsforallnetwork
#SolidaritySeason
Los Angeles.
@seiu.org & @32bjseiu.bsky.social
We Don't Play! 💜
#unionsforallnetwork
#SolidaritySeason
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💜✊ Starbucks baristas stay ready so they don’t have to get ready. Workers don’t want to strike, but if Starbucks keeps stalling on fair contracts, workers won’t settle for less than the respect they’ve earned. Solidarity with every barista holding the line.
BREAKING: Starbucks workers in Seattle are participating in a practice picket outside of the Starbucks Roastery, the company's flagship store.
Starbucks is still failing to finalize fair union contracts. Baristas don't want to strike... but if they have to, they're ready. ✊🔥
Starbucks is still failing to finalize fair union contracts. Baristas don't want to strike... but if they have to, they're ready. ✊🔥
September 23, 2025 at 7:39 PM
💜✊ Starbucks baristas stay ready so they don’t have to get ready. Workers don’t want to strike, but if Starbucks keeps stalling on fair contracts, workers won’t settle for less than the respect they’ve earned. Solidarity with every barista holding the line.