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32BJ Members Rally on High Line for Good Jobs and Work Conditions

32BJ Members Rally on High Line for Good Jobs and Work Conditions

DC37 Reaches Contract Deal with NYC

 This week, AFSCME DC37 reached an agreement with the city on a seven-year contract that provides 10.41% in wage hikes plus a ratification bonus and back pay. 

DC37 Reaches Contract Deal with NYC

Medical Marijuana Legislation Approved in Albany

This week, New York  became the 23rd state to legalize medical marijuana.  The legislation contains a  labor harmony component,designed ensure that good, quality jobs will be created for New Yorkers.  Strongly supported by Loc

Medical Marijuana Legislation Approved in Albany

#RetireNYC: Confronting New York City's Retirement Crisis

Are you aware that 41% of New Yorkers have no set retirement plan? This number increases to 57% and 59%, respectively for Blacks and Latinos, and it's even higher for low-wage workers, at 74%.  Now is the time to address this important issue that affects all of us.

#RetireNYC: Confronting New York City's Retirement Crisis

Take Action for CUNY Funding

The first New York City budget under Mayor de Blasio and a new City Council will be finalized within the next few weeks.

Take Action for CUNY Funding

NYC Labor Protests Scott Walker

On Monday, union members from across the city gathered outside of the Union League Club on 38th Street to protest an appearance by Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker at a fundraiser for Republican Gubernatorial Candidate Rob Astorino. 

NYC Labor Protests Scott Walker