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Representative Paul Tonko, Organized Labor, Community and Faith Groups Respond to Recent TPP Text Release

Thu, 12 Nov 2015 09:30:15 -0500

A coalition of labor organizations, community and faith groups will join together with Congressman Paul Tonko to respond to the recently released Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) text.

Representative Tonko, Organized Labor, Community and Faith Groups to Discuss TPP Text

Wed, 11 Nov 2015 12:00:41 -0500

Recently released text verifies that the Trans Pacific Partnership is no different from already disastrous trade deals like NAFTA, and will slash jobs and cut environmental and consumer protections.

Schenectady Labor Council Issues Candidate Endorsements

Tue, 15 Sep 2015 14:26:05 -0400

The Schenectady Area Labor Council, AFL-CIO (SALC, AFL-CIO) issued their endorsements at their monthly Delegates meeting this week, which is the result of a process that spanned several months and included extensive written questionnaires as well ...

Representative Paul Tonko, Labor, Faith and Advocacy Groups call on Congress NOT to Fast Track the TPP

Fri, 13 Mar 2015 12:00:43 -0400

Today at 12:00pm a coalition of labor organizations, faith leaders, and advocacy groups will join together with Congressman Paul Tonko at the CWA 1118 Hall (4 Wembley Ct., Albany) to oppose Fast Track legislation for the massive Trans-Pacific Part...

Representative Paul Tonko, Labor, Faith and Advocacy Groups call on Congress NOT to Fast Track the TPP

Thu, 12 Mar 2015 11:50:04 -0400

Representative Paul Tonko, Bishop Emeritus Howard Hubbard, Organized Labor and Advocacy Groups call on Congress to Stop Fast Track Legislation.

Capital District Area Labor Federation to Host Labor Issues Forum with Elected Leaders

Wed, 04 Feb 2015 06:01:33 -0500

The Capital District Area Labor Federation, AFL-CIO is pleased to announce our 2015 Labor Issues Forum. This event (which is open to the public) brings together statewide and local elected officials and Labor leaders to discuss the economic proble...

2015 MLK Labor Celebration

Fri, 19 Dec 2014 14:28:41 -0500

On Monday, January 19th, 2015 the MLK Labor Celebration Committee of the Capital District Area Labor Federation, AFL-CIO, will host a free community event from Noon to 3:30PM at the William S. Hackett Middle School, 45 Delaware Ave. in Albany. The...

Labor, Faith & Community Leaders stage local Black Friday rally

Fri, 28 Nov 2014 09:16:55 -0500

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Labor, Faith & Community Leaders Stage Local Black Friday Rally

Fri, 21 Nov 2014 06:01:21 -0500

This event is in response to Walmart employees with the group OURWalmart who have called for a national day of action, standing up for improved working conditions, fair treatment and fair compensation. Workers striking and rallying this Black Frid...

Workers Memorial Day, Saturday 4.26.2014

Mon, 21 Apr 2014 08:01:00 -0400

Labor, Faith, and Community members will come together for an annual service to honor injured and fallen workers from the Capital District. Workers Memorial Day is a National event, serving as both a day of remembrance, and a day of advocacy for s...

No Public Subsidies for Union Busting!

Tue, 11 Feb 2014 10:10:46 -0500

Local labor unions and community members will join the Capital District Area Labor Federation (CDALF, AFL-CIO) today, as we stage a Gate Rally in support of workers at M&G Duravent who are currently organizing to join the Sheet Metal Workers (...

Capital District Labor Unions host forum to discuss "Making New York Work"

Tue, 21 Jan 2014 12:47:10 -0500

The Capital District Area Labor Federation, AFL-CIO (CDALF) is pleased to announce our first annual regional labor issues forum. Our program is designed to provide an opportunity for local affiliated labor organizations to lay out their advocacy p...

Labor, Faith & Community Leaders stage local Black Friday rally

Fri, 22 Nov 2013 10:33:23 -0500

Local representatives from labor, faith, and community will join thousands of people across the country - as part of a national day of action led by Walmart employees and advocacy groups - standing with Walmart workers who are raising their voices...

Labor Council Issues Local Election Endorsements

Wed, 16 Oct 2013 14:01:32 -0400

The Saratoga Area Labor Council, AFL-CIO (SAR-ALC) issued their local political endorsements at their monthly Delegates meeting last week, which is the culmination of a process that spanned several weeks and included extensive written questionnair...

Labor Council Issues Local Election Endorsements

Tue, 15 Oct 2013 11:14:10 -0400

The Troy Area Labor Council, AFL-CIO (TALC) issued their local political endorsements at their recent monthly Delegates meeting, which is the culmination of a process that spanned several months and included extensive written questionnaires as wel...

Labor Council Issues Local Election Endorsements

Mon, 23 Sep 2013 13:14:40 -0400

The Greater Glens Falls Central Labor Council, AFL-CIO (GGFCLC) issued their local political endorsements at their monthly Delegates meeting last week, which is the culmination of a process that spanned several months and included extensive writte...

Labor Council Issues Local Election Endorsements

Mon, 23 Sep 2013 13:14:40 -0400

Schenectady Labor Council Issues Candidate Endorsements

Fri, 20 Sep 2013 13:42:49 -0400

The Schenectady Area Labor Council, AFL-CIO (SALC, AFL-CIO) issued their first round of endorsements at their monthly Delegates meeting this week, which is the culmination of a process that spanned several months and included extensive written que...

Local Labor Federation Issues Early Endorsements

Thu, 08 Aug 2013 07:46:51 -0400

The Albany County Central Federation of Labor, AFL-CIO (ACCFL) issued their first round of endorsements at their monthly Delegates meeting this week, which is the culmination of a process that spanned several months and included extensive written ...

Organized Labor Thanks US Senators for Vote to Support Immigration Reform

Fri, 28 Jun 2013 11:11:54 -0400

Today, Senators Gillibrand and Schumer cast critical votes in support of historic immigration reform legislation which would guarantee a path to citizenship for millions of working families living within our borders. The bill received decisive sup...

Labor & Community Leaders Demand Wal-Mart Sign the Accord for Fire and Building Safety

Thu, 27 Jun 2013 15:45:47 -0400

The horrific catastrophes in Bangladesh of unparalleled scale exposed the systemic failures of the garment industry to ensure safety. With over 1,250 garment workers killed in the last eight months, the impact that corporate greed can have on huma...

Building & Construction Trades Issue Early Endorsement For Sheehan

Fri, 07 Jun 2013 12:12:42 -0400

At their weekly meeting held on Monday, the Greater Capital Region Building & Construction Trades Council voted to issue an endorsement in the race for Mayor of Albany. This rare early endorsement decision included a process that spanned sever...

CWA Local 1118 Endorses Kathy Sheehan for Mayor of Albany

Tue, 04 Jun 2013 20:44:52 -0400

An important message from Executive Vice President John Van Denburg regarding the upcoming election in Albany:

Labor, Community Allies Stage Vigil To Defend Nursing Home

Thu, 02 May 2013 10:57:46 -0400

The Albany County Central Federation of Labor, AFL-CIO (ACCFL) is organizing union members and community allies and calling upon Albany County Legislator Mary Lou Bartolotta-Connolly (D-Mckownville) to stand with them in their fight against privat...

Workers Memorial Day in the Capital Region

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 16:48:02 -0400

Please join the CDALF with our affiliated Unions & community partners at our annual program to observe Workers Memorial Day. We gather to remember and honor our injured and fallen workers from around our region and advocate for safe working co...