Minnesota AFL-CIO
@mnaflcio.org
The state federation of labor representing over 300,000 members of more than 1,000 MN Local Unions.
Join baristas on Starbucks busiest sales day of the year, to make sure the company knows we stand with sbworkersunited.bsky.social union baristas in their fight for a fair contract and an end to the company’s years-long union busting campaign. RSVP at aflcio.mn/47OXbcS #BetterInAUnion
Twin Cities Red Cup Rally
Rally with union SBWU baristas on Red Cup Day! Starbucks Workers United baristas across the country are strong and united. We're fired up and ready to do whatever it takes to secure a fair union…
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November 10, 2025 at 9:17 PM
Join baristas on Starbucks busiest sales day of the year, to make sure the company knows we stand with sbworkersunited.bsky.social union baristas in their fight for a fair contract and an end to the company’s years-long union busting campaign. RSVP at aflcio.mn/47OXbcS #BetterInAUnion
School districts are also financially preparing for uncertainty in federal funding, said Monica Byron, president of Education Minnesota, the state’s largest teachers’ union. Byron pointed to cuts in special education services as a particular concern.
Voters across Minnesota mostly said yes to school districts’ asks for tax money • Minnesota Reformer
Minnesotans voted on Election Day to approve 60 out of 96 referendums from 70 school districts asking for more funding through higher taxes.
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November 6, 2025 at 5:05 PM
School districts are also financially preparing for uncertainty in federal funding, said Monica Byron, president of Education Minnesota, the state’s largest teachers’ union. Byron pointed to cuts in special education services as a particular concern.
Congratulations to Senator Elect Amanda Hemmingsen-Jaeger on your victory! There's another union member in the State Senate and the pro-labor majority is held! #mnleg #BetterInAUnion
November 5, 2025 at 3:22 PM
Congratulations to Senator Elect Amanda Hemmingsen-Jaeger on your victory! There's another union member in the State Senate and the pro-labor majority is held! #mnleg #BetterInAUnion
“I am humbled and grateful for the trust the representatives of our state’s union members have given me to continue our shared work to make Minnesota the best state for working people,” Winkels said. “When working people join together in common purpose, we can accomplish great things for one another
Bethany Winkels elected Secretary-Treasurer of the Minnesota AFL-CIO
The General Board of the Minnesota AFL-CIO, the state’s federation of more than 1,000 local unions, unanimously elected Executive Director Bethany Winkels to serve as Secretary-Treasurer. Winkels…
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November 3, 2025 at 5:20 PM
“I am humbled and grateful for the trust the representatives of our state’s union members have given me to continue our shared work to make Minnesota the best state for working people,” Winkels said. “When working people join together in common purpose, we can accomplish great things for one another
Pres. Burnham joined people impacted by SNAP cuts. "President Trump is either refusing to release emergency funding that has already been appropriated to fund SNAP through the month of November or is so disconnected from working people that he doesn’t see this as a problem."
October 31, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Pres. Burnham joined people impacted by SNAP cuts. "President Trump is either refusing to release emergency funding that has already been appropriated to fund SNAP through the month of November or is so disconnected from working people that he doesn’t see this as a problem."
“As the only state with a full ban on new nuclear construction, Minnesota is limiting its options for a clean energy and worker-first future”, said Jake Schwitzer, Executive Director of North Star Policy Action.
Expanding Possibilities: The Role of Nuclear Energy in Minnesota’s Carbon-Free Future | North Star Policy Action
by aaronrosenthal | Oct 28, 2025 | News
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October 29, 2025 at 4:08 PM
“As the only state with a full ban on new nuclear construction, Minnesota is limiting its options for a clean energy and worker-first future”, said Jake Schwitzer, Executive Director of North Star Policy Action.
Our rights and freedoms as workers and Americans are under threat. Do you know how to engage in nonviolent direct action? Need a refresher? Join us on November 16th. aflcio.mn/4o6Z6AB
Nonviolent Direct Action Training
Join a Nonviolent Direct Action Training for the pro-labor, pro-democracy movement on November 16 to learn skills for safe, fun, and effective direct actions, including protesting! Whether you’ve…
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October 28, 2025 at 8:16 PM
Our rights and freedoms as workers and Americans are under threat. Do you know how to engage in nonviolent direct action? Need a refresher? Join us on November 16th. aflcio.mn/4o6Z6AB
On Day 27 of Trump's Government Shutdown, our message to him remains clear: Fund the government. Fix the health care crisis. And put working people first. Help spread the word and download this flyer. aflcio.mn/47wRTCY
October 27, 2025 at 9:19 PM
On Day 27 of Trump's Government Shutdown, our message to him remains clear: Fund the government. Fix the health care crisis. And put working people first. Help spread the word and download this flyer. aflcio.mn/47wRTCY
Doctors accuse Allina Health of unfair labor practices, saying that a lot of changes made over the years negatively impact patient care. The council said the decision to hand off all outpatient lab work to a provider based in New Jersey caused major patient disruptions.
Allina Doctors Council to announce 10-day strike notice
Members of the Doctors Council at Allina Health are set to announce the filing of a 10-day strike notice, which they say could be the largest strike of its kind in U.S. history.
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October 24, 2025 at 6:19 PM
Doctors accuse Allina Health of unfair labor practices, saying that a lot of changes made over the years negatively impact patient care. The council said the decision to hand off all outpatient lab work to a provider based in New Jersey caused major patient disruptions.
“Brad played a significant role in passing nearly every piece of pro-labor legislation in Minnesota over the last four decades. The working people of our state, both union and nonunion, are better off because of Brad’s work,” said Minnesota AFL-CIO President Bernie Burnham. aflcio.mn/43zvYtr
Minnesota AFL-CIO Secretary-Treasurer Brad Lehto Retires
After more than 25 years and serving in multiple roles at the Minnesota AFL-CIO, Secretary-Treasurer Brad Lehto retired this month.
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October 23, 2025 at 3:21 PM
“Brad played a significant role in passing nearly every piece of pro-labor legislation in Minnesota over the last four decades. The working people of our state, both union and nonunion, are better off because of Brad’s work,” said Minnesota AFL-CIO President Bernie Burnham. aflcio.mn/43zvYtr
Unions are battling the administration in federal courtrooms nationwide, after filing dozens of lawsuits to try to halt attempts to shed hundreds of thousands of government employees, strip collective bargaining rights from over a million workers, and gut some federal agencies.
How are unions pushing back against Trump’s attacks on labor and layoffs?
Unions are battling in court to halt firings and ensure workers retain their collective bargaining rights
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October 21, 2025 at 9:23 PM
Unions are battling the administration in federal courtrooms nationwide, after filing dozens of lawsuits to try to halt attempts to shed hundreds of thousands of government employees, strip collective bargaining rights from over a million workers, and gut some federal agencies.
When we said that Donald Trump is a SCAB, we weren't kidding.
Nonunion Laborers tearing up the #WhiteHouse #EastWing for a $200M ballroom while REAL workers are LOCKED OUT, waiting on a paycheck. “Workers first”? Don’t make us laugh.
#AmericaFirst #Union #WashingtonDC #unionmoney
#AmericaFirst #Union #WashingtonDC #unionmoney
October 21, 2025 at 6:00 PM
When we said that Donald Trump is a SCAB, we weren't kidding.
“It was sudden, it was callous and it was cruel,” Rienstra said of the abrupt closing. “Months and years of work for the company have been cast aside.”
As baristas warn of strike, Starbucks closes MN’s first unionized store
“It was sudden, it was callous and it was cruel.”
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October 20, 2025 at 4:42 PM
“It was sudden, it was callous and it was cruel,” Rienstra said of the abrupt closing. “Months and years of work for the company have been cast aside.”
Way to show up, Minnesota!
No Kings Protest Draws 100,000 Demonstrators in Minneapolis - UNICORN RIOT
Minneapolis, MN — Another installment of No Kings protests against “increasing authoritarian excesses and corruption of the Trump administration” is sweeping cities across the U.S. today. In…
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October 19, 2025 at 9:23 PM
Way to show up, Minnesota!
“We reject the false choice between American competitiveness on the world stage and respecting workers’ rights and dignity,” @AFLCIO.org president Liz Shuler says. buff.ly/6sSZFoi #BetterInAUnion
Major federation of unions calls for ‘worker-centered AI’ future
Collective bargaining and state-level regulations can protect the US workers from AI, the AFL-CIO says.
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October 16, 2025 at 4:08 PM
“We reject the false choice between American competitiveness on the world stage and respecting workers’ rights and dignity,” @AFLCIO.org president Liz Shuler says. buff.ly/6sSZFoi #BetterInAUnion
Joining State Federations & Central Labor Bodies across the nation, the Minnesota @aflcio.org Executive Board unanimously adopted a resolution calling on federal leaders to fund the government, fix the health care crisis and put working people first. aflcio.mn/4q8zDIF
October 15, 2025 at 10:46 PM
Joining State Federations & Central Labor Bodies across the nation, the Minnesota @aflcio.org Executive Board unanimously adopted a resolution calling on federal leaders to fund the government, fix the health care crisis and put working people first. aflcio.mn/4q8zDIF
"Labor unions, Democrats and a growing number of miners accuse the Trump administration of ignoring workers while using hundreds of millions of dollars in federal subsidies to bolster the companies that operate coal plants and mining operations."
Coal Miners With Black Lung Say They Are ‘Cast Aside to Die’ Under Trump
Labor unions, Democrats and a growing number of miners accuse the Trump administration of ignoring workers while using hundreds of millions of dollars in federal subsidies to bolster the companies that operate coal plants and mining operations.
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October 13, 2025 at 9:23 PM
"Labor unions, Democrats and a growing number of miners accuse the Trump administration of ignoring workers while using hundreds of millions of dollars in federal subsidies to bolster the companies that operate coal plants and mining operations."
Today we celebrate the people who have called this land home for thousands of years. We recognize the struggles & tragedies they have endured, & honor the many indigenous communities & cultures that have contributed to the story of our labor movement across the continent. #IndigenousPeoplesDay
October 13, 2025 at 4:44 PM
Today we celebrate the people who have called this land home for thousands of years. We recognize the struggles & tragedies they have endured, & honor the many indigenous communities & cultures that have contributed to the story of our labor movement across the continent. #IndigenousPeoplesDay
@aflcio.org President Liz Shuler sent a new letter to President Trump, urging him on behalf of 15 million #union members and working people across the country to stop his administration’s squeeze on working families during the shutdown.
AFL-CIO Demands Trump End the Shutdown, Fix the Health Care Crisis, Put Working People First | AFL-CIO
The nation’s largest labor federation reminds the president “[o]ur livelihoods should not be used as pawns or bargaining chips.”
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October 8, 2025 at 9:21 PM
@aflcio.org President Liz Shuler sent a new letter to President Trump, urging him on behalf of 15 million #union members and working people across the country to stop his administration’s squeeze on working families during the shutdown.
When broken down by political party, 92% of Democrats, 82% of independents and 59% of Republicans supported renewing the credits. aflcio.mn/46RZ8oz
Renewal of health subsidies backed by big majorities in poll, including Trump voters • Minnesota Reformer
The vast majority of Americans, including Republicans and those who identify as strong supporters of President Donald Trump, want Congress to renew the enhanced tax credits for people who buy their…
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October 6, 2025 at 4:06 PM
When broken down by political party, 92% of Democrats, 82% of independents and 59% of Republicans supported renewing the credits. aflcio.mn/46RZ8oz
Join us for a rally to let our community know we will not sit idly by while Donald Trump & Congressional Republicans drive up health insurance premiums. We will meet on the sidewalk outside of Northridge Clinic in North Mankato.
Republicans Are Closing Your Clinic - Rally to Fight Back · Minnesota DFL
Join us for a rally to let our community know we will not sit idly by while Congress drives up health insurance premiums. We will meet on the sidewalk outside of Northridge Clinic in North Mankato.…
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October 1, 2025 at 9:23 PM
Join us for a rally to let our community know we will not sit idly by while Donald Trump & Congressional Republicans drive up health insurance premiums. We will meet on the sidewalk outside of Northridge Clinic in North Mankato.
We call on the Trump administration and Republican Congressional Leaders, especially Majority Whip Tom Emmer, to #StopTheTrumpShutdown, fund our government, fix the healthcare crisis, and put working people first. aflcio.mn/3Ko7q03 #BetterInAUnion
End the shutdown, fund our government, fix the healthcare crisis, and
Minnesota AFL-CIO President Bernie Burnham made the following statement on the federal government shutdown: “It’s unfortunately no surprise that President Trump and the Republican majority in
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October 1, 2025 at 6:06 PM
We call on the Trump administration and Republican Congressional Leaders, especially Majority Whip Tom Emmer, to #StopTheTrumpShutdown, fund our government, fix the healthcare crisis, and put working people first. aflcio.mn/3Ko7q03 #BetterInAUnion
Obamacare has become a critical insurance option for those without access to health insurance at work. About half of the people now enrolled either work for small businesses that may not offer coverage or are self-employed.
Why Obamacare Bills May Double Next Year
Extensive subsidies that reduce premium costs for millions are set to expire, unless Congress extends them.
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September 29, 2025 at 6:58 PM
Obamacare has become a critical insurance option for those without access to health insurance at work. About half of the people now enrolled either work for small businesses that may not offer coverage or are self-employed.
Unless Congress acts, more than 90% of people enrolled in ACA health care plans will see their out-of-pocket premiums jump by more than 75% on average. Call now! #BetterInAUnion
CALL: Stop Looming Health Care Price Spikes!
On Nov. 1, Affordable Care Act (ACA) marketplaces in most states will begin to open for enrollment for next year. Unless Congress acts, more than 90% of people enrolled in ACA health care plans…
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September 25, 2025 at 4:14 PM
Unless Congress acts, more than 90% of people enrolled in ACA health care plans will see their out-of-pocket premiums jump by more than 75% on average. Call now! #BetterInAUnion
For the November 4 State Senate Special Elections, the Minnesota AFL-CIO is proud to endorse two union members Amanda Hemmingsen-Jaeger in District 47 and Louis McNutt in District 29. Let's put to union members in the State Senate! #mnleg #BetterInAUnion
September 24, 2025 at 3:43 PM
For the November 4 State Senate Special Elections, the Minnesota AFL-CIO is proud to endorse two union members Amanda Hemmingsen-Jaeger in District 47 and Louis McNutt in District 29. Let's put to union members in the State Senate! #mnleg #BetterInAUnion