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It’s time to get it done for America’s workers.

The Protect America's Workforce Act, which reverses President Trump’s union-busting executive order has passed the House of Representatives. The bill now goes to the Senate, where it already has bipartisan support. Together, we can restore collective bargaining rights to 1 million federal workers.

 

 

 

 

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NC Labor History Revealed

North Carolina’s low union density today belies its rich history of worker organizing since the birth of the American labor movement in the 1800s, but a new project by North Carolina’s labor federation aims to bring that history to light.

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Adopted 68th Annual Convention Resolutions
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Adopted 68th Annual Convention Resolutions

In September at the 68th Annual Convention of the North Carolina AFL-CIO, delegates approved six resolutions to guide the federation's future work. Resolutions were adopted in the areas of organizing, policy, politics, racial justice, farm labor, and coordinated mass action in 2028. State fed staff is working with our Executive Board to turn these resolutions into actions so North Carolina workers get the respect, security, and power they deserve.

Adopted 68th Annual Convention Resolutions

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Endorsements for November 4, 2025 Local Elections
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Endorsements for November 4, 2025 Local Elections

Local elections are underway in North Carolina, and it’s never been so important to elect working people and union members to City Council and Commissioner positions. These endorsed candidates have made commitments to good jobs, worker safety, and affordable towns, and some of them are union members themselves! Vote early until 3pm November 1st or on Election Day November 4th.

Endorsements for November 4, 2025 Local Elections

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