Press Releases

Fostering Dialogue Between Labor and the City

By Vincent Alvarez

Fostering Dialogue Between Labor and the City

NYC CLC Gets Behind de Blasio For Mayor

“Whether he’s been in Brooklyn fighting unnecessary hospital closures, or standing with union members fighting for fair contracts and better wages, Bill de Blasio has solidified his position as a true advocate for working people," said CLC President Vincent Alvarez.

NYC CLC Gets Behind de Blasio For Mayor

NYC CLC Endorsements

Below is the list of endorsements made by the New York City Council Central Labor Council, AFL-CIO leading up to the General Election on November 5th, 2013

2013 NYC Mayoral Endorsement:

Bill de Blasio

2013 Public Advocate Endorsement:

NYC CLC Endorsements

The NYC Labor Movement Stands Behind IATSE Local One During Carnegie Hall Strike

Carnegie Hall Corporation’s Claim of IATSE’s Request for Firings Unfounded

The NYC Labor Movement Stands Behind IATSE Local One During Carnegie Hall Strike

City Must Make Real Commitment to Using Skilled, Qualified Labor for Redevelopment Efforts

New York, NY – New York City Central Labor Council, AFL-CIO President Vincent Alvarez recently released the following statement regarding the Bloomberg administration’s decision to use non-union labor to develop the Seward Park Urban Renewal Area:

City Must Make Real Commitment to Using Skilled, Qualified Labor for Redevelopment Efforts

CLC Endorses Bill de Blasio for Mayor

New York, NY – New York City Central Labor Council, AFL-CIO President Vincent Alvarez today released the following statement regarding the labor coalition’s endorsement of Bill de Blasio for mayor:

CLC Endorses Bill de Blasio for Mayor