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Washington State Labor Council AFL-CIO
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Largest labor organization in Washington State, representing more than half a million working people.
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Washington State Labor Council AFL-CIO @wslc.bsky.social · 27d
We are seeking a full-time paid legislative intern to help advance a pro-worker agenda in Olympia. The paid internship starts 12/15 in Seattle, then in Olympia in January. Apply by 11/7 to Legislative Director Carissa Larsen in the link below
https://ow.ly/ohp150XbnJS
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We stand in gratitude with every veteran who has served our country — thank you for your service. 🇺🇸
November 11, 2025 at 2:05 PM
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AFSCME, AFGE National & NAGE union have filed suit challenging the Trump-Vance administration’s “loyalty question” on federal job applications, arguing it’s unconstitutional & undermines the nonpartisan civil service by forcing political allegiance.
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Federal unions sue over 'loyalty tests' — The STAND
New Labor-led lawsuit seeks to protect the nonpartisan civil service from the latest Trump-Vance administration attacks
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November 7, 2025 at 7:31 PM
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Today's News:
✍️Controllers ‘mentally drained’
✍️Trump admin challenges SNAP order
✍️Shutdown deal?
✍️80k may strike across UC
✍️Thousands in WA to lose insurance
https://ow.ly/Wwpa50XoBfS
November 7, 2025 at 7:25 PM
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Union members fueled a mass mobilization that rebuked TX Republicans’ election-rigging attempts, helping CA Prop 50 pass with 64% support. “We showed Trump & Abbott the Labor Movement won’t stand for corruption or schemes,” said Texas AFL-CIO President Rick Levy.
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Labor celebrates Prop 50's success — The STAND
Union members fueled a mass mobilization that dealt a direct rebuke to Texas Republicans attempts to rig Congressional elections.
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November 7, 2025 at 7:24 PM
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The Washington State Labor Council, WorkSource & Washington Employment Security Department will host a free virtual session tomorrow 11/7 from 10–11:30 for any workers impacted by the Federal layoffs - offering help with unemployment, healthcare & job resources. Register ➡️
https://ow.ly/PZlp50Xo2RX
November 6, 2025 at 8:23 PM
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Today's News:
✍️L&I investigating wage theft
✍️Shutdown flight cuts
✍️GOP split on path forward
✍️GTA accused of union busting
✍️’Mega-Layoffs’ under Trump
https://ow.ly/zcjb50Xo1BV
Two men in a dimly lit room, one wearing a reflective safety vest and the other holding a notebook, with stacked chairs in the background. The STAND in a banner above them.
November 6, 2025 at 7:40 PM
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The AFL-CIO & OPEIU filed a motion seeking to defend the NLRB in the SpaceX case, arguing that the 5th Circuit’s ruling undermining the labor board could let billionaires like Elon Musk dodge accountability & silence workers.
https://ow.ly/mYvS50Xo1zl
AFL-CIO, OPEIU file motion to defend NLRB — The STAND
The legal filing seeks to safeguard workers’ access to justice and preserve the National Labor Relations Board’s ability to enforce labor law.
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November 6, 2025 at 7:36 PM
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A 92% supermajority of Starbucks Workers United baristas voted to authorize an unfair labor practice strike unless Starbucks ends union-busting & bargains in good faith. Without a fair deal, workers vow to turn 11/13 “Red Cup Day” into a nationwide Red Cup Rebellion.
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Starbucks workers authorize nationwide strike — The STAND
Baristas will strike on Starbucks' busiest day of the year unless the company stops union-busting and starts negotiating in good faith.
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November 6, 2025 at 7:32 PM
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Today's News:
✍️Election analysis
✍️Food banks stressed after loss of SNAP
✍️Longest shutdown in history
✍️Union contracts & AI
✍️60 votes for ACA subsidy extension?
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New Jersey Gov.-elect Mikie Sherrill, left, and Lt. Gov.-elect Dale Caldwell react on stage at their election night rally Tuesday in East Brunswick, New Jersey. (Mike Segar/Reuters)
November 5, 2025 at 7:42 PM
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On day 66 without a contract, Lake WA. School District classified staff—LWESP, SEIU Local 925 & Teamsters local 763—are rallying for fair pay, staffing & healthy schools. Workers have authorized a strike & urge the district to settle a fair deal. Join them 4–6 in Redmond ➡️
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Lake Washington classified staff authorize strike — The STAND
Workers across multiple unions and their allies will rally this afternoon at District offices REDMOND, WA (November 5, 2025) — On their 66th day working under an expired contract, classified staff in the Lake Washington School District will rally to demand the district get serious in settling contracts covering hundreds of essential education staff. The […]
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November 5, 2025 at 7:36 PM
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In a repudiation of Trump’s anti-worker agenda, voters in WA & across the U.S. resoundingly elected labor-endorsed candidates. “Voters sent a clear message — when candidates stand with workers, they win,” said AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler.
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Election 2025: A repudiation of Trump’s anti-worker agenda — The STAND
In Washington and across the U.S., voters elected candidates proposing real solutions. Here are some selected results. SEATTLE, WA (November 5, 2025) — Pro-worker candidates swept elections around the country last night, a resounding defeat for the billionaires-first agenda pushed by Republicans in D.C. For those looking to read the tea leaves heading into 2026, […]
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November 5, 2025 at 7:29 PM
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Our vote is our voice! Drop your ballots off today by 8pm. Drop box locations and step by step vote guide at WSLC.org/vote
November 4, 2025 at 3:01 PM
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Our FINAL Labor Neighbor canvass of the year is coming up tomorrow! ✊

Join us and the @wslc.bsky.social to hit the doors for @edwinobras.bsky.social and MLK Labor-endorsed local candidates.
November 1, 2025 at 8:58 PM
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November is Native American Heritage Month, an opportunity to learn about the deep, enduring histories of Indigenous peoples and to reflect on the role we all have to play in ongoing fights for justice, recognition, and sovereignty.
November 1, 2025 at 2:02 PM
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It's GOTV weekend and we're kicking it off Saturday morning in Issaquah with the @wslc.bsky.social!

Let's elect Labor's A-Team: Victoria Hunt (State Senate) and Lindsey Walsh (Issaquah Mayor). Meet at Confluence Park at 11 am to get started!
October 31, 2025 at 9:22 PM
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Sign-on to the drivers’ open letter and join the call for effective regulation of autonomous vehicles.

www.driversunionwa.org/no_robotaxis...
October 31, 2025 at 5:35 PM
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Today's News:
✍️Layoffs
✍️Air traffic controllers ask for support
✍️GOP rejects SNAP funding
✍️Trump admin ends thousands of immigrant work permits
✍️Health insurance cost increases
https://www.thestand.org/2025/10/layoffs-air-traffic-controllers-gop-rejects-snap-funding/
Layoffs | Air traffic controllers | GOP rejects SNAP funding — The STAND
Thursday, October 30, 2025   STRIKES ► From the Missouri Independent — Boeing faces more pressure from Congress as St. Louis workers strike nears three months — Members of the U.S. House Armed Services Committee sent a letter to Boeing Defense this week urging its leaders to offer a fair contract to the more than 3,200 […]
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October 30, 2025 at 6:11 PM
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Rideshare drivers with Drivers Union rallied outside a Belltown cocktail party of Waymo lobbyists Thursday, warning of safety risks & job losses from driverless tech. They’re urging regulators to block permits & supporters to sign an open letter for stronger oversight.
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Robotaxis, a 'needless and dangerous corporate experiment' — The STAND
Drivers Union is voicing opposition to untested autonomous vehicles on public roads without human safety operators.
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October 30, 2025 at 6:08 PM
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After opting out of their 2020 deal, The WNBPA is demanding fair pay tied to revenue as owners stall. Despite a record-breaking season & booming league value, outdated salary rules keep pay low. With Friday’s deadline near, fans & labor allies urge fair bargaining.
https://ow.ly/Z98050XkykV
Support WNBA players in their contract fight — The STAND
Despite a record-breaking season and players' rapidly growing popularity, an outdated salary structure is keeping pay low.
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October 30, 2025 at 6:07 PM
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With the GOP shutdown threatening funding that feeds families, hundreds of WA’s public servants like WFSE/AFSCME Council 28 member Mïlo aren’t getting paid — and hundreds of thousands of families don’t know how they’ll afford groceries.
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October 29, 2025 at 6:39 PM
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The WSLC, AFT Washington, UFCW 3000, & Nuestra Casa are hosting a citizenship clinic 11/15 in Yakima to help union members & families complete naturalization applications. Legal teams will assist eligible residents — appointments: 509-839-7602. More info & to register ⬇️
https://ow.ly/SxCN50XjX0u
Citizenship clinic for union families coming to Yakima — The STAND
Permanent resident union members and their families are invited to take the next step toward becoming U.S. citizens.
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October 29, 2025 at 6:31 PM
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The WSLC, WA Employment Security & WorkSource are hosting a free virtual session Oct. 30 (10–11:30 AM) for workers impacted by the federal shutdown. Learn about unemployment, healthcare & job resources. Register here ➡️
https://ow.ly/4m3050XjWQF
Impacted by the shutdown? Support is available — The STAND
The WSLC and partners are hosting a layoff assistance session for affected workers and contractors OLYMPIA, WA (October 20, 2025) — As the federal government shutdown nears a fourth week, tens of thousands of working people in Washington are going without a paycheck. For those workers impacted, the Washington State Labor Council, WorkSource, and Washington […]
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October 29, 2025 at 6:21 PM
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42 million people use SNAP benefits to afford the staggering price of groceries, including 900,000 Washingtonians. Without it, kids will go hungry.

The GOP-controlled Congress needs to get back in session, fix the health care crisis, and fund the government.
October 28, 2025 at 11:13 PM
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Today's News:
✍️Anti-poverty programs threatened
✍️States sue Trump over SNAP cuts
✍️Thurston Co. road workers grievances
✍️Amazon cuts 14k corporate jobs
✍️Trump admin eyes more aggressive Border Patrol
https://ow.ly/ekji50XjjqW
Antipoverty programs | SNAP lawsuit | Thurston road workers — The STAND
Tuesday, October 28, 2025   LOCAL ► From the Olympian — Thurston County road workers, allies deliver workplace grievances to commissioners — Earlier this year, former county road workers accused leadership of creating a toxic work environment. The county responded by contracting an outside investigator to look into their complaints. Meanwhile, current workers approved a […]
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October 28, 2025 at 6:54 PM
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Join LCLAA PNW on 11/1 for its annual Día de los Muertos celebration in Yakima to honor loved ones & celebrate culture, community & union solidarity. Co-sponsored by UFCW 3000 the event features an ofrenda, music, food & more.
https://www.thestand.org/2025/10/celebrate-dia-de-los-muertos/
Celebrate Día de los Muertos — The STAND
Join LCLAA Pacific Northwest for an evening gathering honoring loved ones and building community in Yakima.
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October 28, 2025 at 6:48 PM