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HOW CORPORATED GREED DESTROYED...

18 Feb, 2023

Dear Rosann, Unionized rail workers warned of a “ticking time bomb.” They called out mass layoffs and overburdened workers. They watched in horror as safety regulations were blocked. Now, toxic chemicals from Norfolk Southern’s train derailment could poison an Ohio region for years. Our most recent

We Need to stop the Kroger-Albertsons Merger

10 Feb, 2023

FREE EDUCATIONAL CLASSES canceled due to lack of interest

15 Aug, 2022

NWPA ALF EDUCATIONAL CLASSES canceled due to lack of interest.

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2021 CHRISTMAS PROJECT WAS A SUCCESS

On Saturday, December 18th, the NWPA ALF hosted a Christmas Party for the members of Ironworkers 851 who were on strike at Erie Strayer; it was made possible with the assistance of more than 70 Unions/union organizations, numerous members, businesses, and volunteers.

10, Jan, 2022

Labor Leader of the Week: Richard Womack

Communications Workers of America union member and longtime trade unionist Richard Womack was sworn in as a member of the Delaware County Council on January 3, 2022. He has worked at the National AFL-CIO for twenty-four years and recently served as assistant to President Richard Trumka

07, Jan, 2022

Pennsylvania AFL-CIO Statement on January 6 Anniversary

The officers of the Pennsylvania AFL-CIO, President Rick Bloomingdale, and Secretary-Treasurer Frank Snyder issued the following joint statement on the one year anniversary of the January 6 insurrection:

06, Jan, 2022