September 03, 2010
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Labor Day is this Monday: Join Us in Phoenix and Tucson

Updated On: Sep 02, 2010 (10:25:00)

On Labor Day, we honor the sacrifices and contributions of America's workers. This year, we'll call on our elected leaders to mark Labor Day by continuing to push for Good Jobs Now. On your day off, join us at events in Phoenix or Tucson.

Labor Day Unity Breakfast
Hosted by the
Maricopa Area Labor Federation
& Arizona AFL-CIO

Pointe Hilton at Squaw Peak
Phoenix, AZ
8AM - 10:30 AM

Speakers include:
Representative Ed Pastor
Representative Harry Mitchell
Attorney General Terry Goddard
Phoenix Mayor Phil Gordon

Rebekah Friend, AZ AFL-CIO
Sheri Van Horsen, MALF

Details & RSVP Information

14th Annual Labor Day Picnic
Hosted by the
Pima Area Labor Federation
& Arizona AFL-CIO

Reid Park
Tucson, AZ
10AM - 2PM

Speakers include:
Attorney General Terry Goddard
Congressman Raúl Grijalva (invited)

Rebekah Friend, AZ AFL-CIO
Linda Hatfield, PALF

Family friendly activities include:
Musical acts, labor history exhibits,
& "Union Olympics" games like a tug of war
and hot dog eating contest.

Details


Preview the AFL-CIO's Labor Day 2010 TV Spot
and read more about what this year's Labor Day is all about.

Primary Election: AZ AFL-CIO Endorsed Candidates Win

Updated On: Sep 02, 2010 (10:25:00)

In yesterday’s Primary Election, the overwhelming majority of Arizona AFL-CIO endorsed candidates won their races, benefitting from the votes and the hard work of Arizona’s union members. 82% of Arizona AFL-CIO endorsed candidates in contested primaries made their way to the general election yesterday, and 94% of the labor federation’s slate won overall.

“This outcome shows the power and strength of labor at the polls,” said Rebekah Friend, Executive Director of the Arizona AFL-CIO. “Thank you to all the brothers and sisters who walked, talked, phoned, contributed and voted. It’s a testament to the quality of our endorsed candidates that union members are so fired up about this election.”

A complete list of the Arizona AFL-CIO’s Primary Election endorsements is available here: http://bit.ly/bGMLJa.

Arizona AFL-CIO Will Fight On Against Anti-Union Ballot Measure

Updated On: Sep 02, 2010 (10:36:00)

Today the Republican leadership in the Arizona Legislature pushed through the anti-union Proposition 113 to voters, despite failing to address pressing needs like crowded classrooms and a weak job market. The 180,000 strong labor movement in Arizona will fight on against this deceptive attempt by a corporate front group to hijack the ballot measure referral process.

For more information on the events at the capitol check out our news release from today.

Senate Passes Unemployment Insurance Extension... Finally!

Updated On: Sep 02, 2010 (10:33:00)

Statement of AZ AFL-CIO Executive Director Rebekah Friend on the passage of the unemployment insurance extension through the Senate:

"Finally, Arizona’s families will be getting the support to weather the recession that they deserve. As they stalled this vote for nearly two months, Senate Republicans caused needless suffering by denying 2 million families the resources to keep food on the table and pay for a roof over their heads.

"I find it shameful that Arizona’s Senators John McCain and Jon Kyl continue to support the Bush tax cuts for the wealthiest Americans, and yet don’t believe that Arizonans who are out of work through no fault of their own are deserving of a break. Politicians with these misplaced priorities are out of touch with working class Americans.

“I hope to see continued work by our leaders to fight for new job creation and to bring this recession to an end.”

If you or someone you care about is unemployed, visit unemploymentlifeline.com for valuable resources and join our e-activist network for continual updates on how you can make a difference in the way the country is run.

 

 

 



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