“The NY FAIR News Act will uphold journalists’ credibility, safeguard the integrity of news reporting and strengthen public trust. These common-sense guardrails are essential for a healthy democracy.” -President Mario Cilento

On January 24th, a Border Patrol officer killed Alex Pretti in Minneapolis. Alex was a VA ICU nurse, union member, and public servant who dedicated his life to caring for others. Please join us in NYC on Thursday, January 29th for a candlelight vigil for Alex: nysaflcio.info/45ADDJh

This morning President Mario Cilento spoke at the NYS Senate Labor Committee meeting about the priorities of the NYS AFL-CIO for the 2026 Legislative Session. Thank you Chair @nysenatorramos.bsky.social for the invitation.

THANK YOU to all of the workers who are keeping our roads clear!

Attention hockey fans! The New York Islanders are hosting a Union Strong Weekend on March 13-14. Tickets come with a free t-shirt! Details here: nysaflcio.info/islanders2026

One day longer, one day stronger! Nurses are fighting for safe staffing, healthcare benefits, and real protections from workplace violence. Join them on the picket line: www.mobilize.us/nysaflcio/

Nearly 15,000 @nynurses.bsky.social nurses in NYC are on strike starting today because greedy hospital management has given them no other choice. NY's union movement will stand with the nurses for as long as it takes to get a fair contract. Join them on the picket line: www.mobilize.us/nysaflcio/

Nearly 15,000 NYSNA nurses from Mount Sinai Hospital, Mount Sinai Morningside and West, Montefiore, and NewYork-Presbyterian are on strike today because greedy hospital management have given frontline nurses no other choice.

Union Strong! NYSNA nurses are receiving widespread support from 45 labor unions, representing over 2.5M workers! Check out the latest open letter supporting union nurses.

Thank you!

We are pleased to see that the adopted State Energy Plan takes an all-of-the-above approach for meeting New York's energy demands while prioritizing labor standards and protections.

On International Human Rights Day and every day, America’s unions are committed to fight for the dignity, rights and freedoms we deserve, including the right to join or form a union. We’ll keep mobilizing to defend those rights for all — at home in America and around the world.

Assemblyman Harry Bronson’s journey from a childhood of hardship to becoming a champion for workers is inspiring. Now, as the powerful chair of the NYS Assembly Labor Committee, he is in a prime position to influence the future of labor policy, and he is our guest on the Union Strong podcast:

The weekend is union-made.

Union members are volunteering at food banks across New York State this weekend through the #LaborFeedsNY initiative. Over 3 million New Yorkers are facing a hunger crisis this month, and the union movement will not stand by while our neighbors go hungry.

Jamaican members of @ufw.bsky.social who work on farms in New York through the H-2A program have returned to Jamaica to find that their homes were badly damaged or completely destroyed by Hurricane Melissa. Donate to help them rebuild:

Hockey fans! For the first time ever, the NY Islanders are hosting a Union Strong weekend. Union members can get discounted tickets here, which come with a t-shirt:

Over 3 million New Yorkers are facing a hunger crisis this month, and the union movement is taking action. Get involved in the #LaborFeedsNY Week of Action:

Unemployment benefits just got a significant boost in New York State. The Commissioner of the NYS Department of Labor joined us on the #UnionStrong podcast to break down what’s changed, why it matters, and what workers need to know:

NYS AFL-CIO President Mario Cilento stood with @nynurses.bsky.social outside New York City Hall today as they sounded the alarm on safe patient care at NYC private hospitals. Read about the fight: nysaflcio.info/44aAgYB

This month over 3 million New Yorkers are facing a hunger crisis. From November 15-23, union members across the state will be donating food, funds and their time to help support New Yorkers in need. Will you join them? #LaborFeedsNY

Union members are getting out the #UnionStrong vote this weekend across NYS! It’s the last weekend of early voting, make a plan to get to the polls!

The WNBA has been enjoying record growth, but the players making it happen don't receive a single share of the revenue. On the latest #UnionStrong podcast, the Executive Director of Women's National Basketball Players Association joins us to talk about their fight for fairness:

Union members are out across New York State this weekend getting out the #UnionStrong vote! Join them for the next walk near you: nysaflcio.info/mobilize

"The Women’s National Basketball Players Association is not alone in this fight. They have the unwavering support and full resources of the New York State AFL-CIO at their disposal." Read the full statement by NYS AFL-CIO President Mario Cilento:

Early voting begins on OCTOBER 25th. Find your polling place and make a plan to vote!

Statement of New York State AFL-CIO President Mario Cilento on Grid Reliability:

Statement of NYS AFL-CIO President Mario Cilento: Tish James has served New Yorkers with honor and integrity. Her reputation is above reproach. (1/2)

We are in the second week of a government shutdown, with no end in sight. On the latest episode of the #UnionStrong podcast, the President of the NYS AFL-CIO discusses how this shutdown will affect working people and what we can do moving forward. Listen wherever you get your podcasts or watch:

Today, New York's maximum unemployment insurance benefit increase takes effect. Hopefully you will never have to use this benefit, but for those who do, the new maximum weekly benefit of $869 will better support unemployed workers struggling to make ends meet. (1/3)

NYS AFL-CIO President Mario Cilento speaking at @governor.ny.gov's press conference this morning calling out Washington Republicans' reckless government shutdown:

ACA health care plan costs are about to jump, which will lead to higher health care costs for everyone. Congress must act now. Call your representative and tell them to stop the health care price spike: nysaflcio.info/46vtVJ5

Thank you Assembly Member Clyde Vanel for joining our Women’s Committee meeting for a conversation on artificial intelligence #UnionStrong

Thank you Senator Lea Webb, Assembly Member Chantel Jackson, Assembly Member Gabriella Romero & Senator Shelley Mayer for joining us at our Women’s Committee meeting this afternoon #UnionStrong

Kicking off the 2025 in-person meeting of the NYS AFL-CIO Women’s Committee! #UnionStrong

Ripping up federal workers’ union contracts hurts everyone in our communities who rely on the critical services they provide. But we have a bipartisan bill to save their union rights. Tell your senators: cosponsor the Protect America’s Workforce Act! act.aflcio.org/call_campaig...

A package of pro-worker legislation became law today. Thank you @governor.ny.gov for your commitment to addressing the real needs and concerns of working people; and thank you @leaderasc.bsky.social and Speaker Heastie for your vital roles in passing these critical pieces of legislation.

ICYMI: President Mario Cilento spoke about the state of labor on Capital Tonight:

"As billionaires and corporations continue to concentrate their wealth and influence, unions have never been more important in fighting for the fair treatment that all workers deserve." Read President Mario Cilento's full #LaborDay op-ed:

Save the date! @rwdsu.bsky.social is hosting @aflcio.org Secretary-Treasurer Fred Redmond and authors Norman and Velma Murphy Hill who will talk about their memoir, Climbing the Rough Side of the Mountain: An Extraordinary Story of Love, Civil Rights and Labor Activism. RSVP:

On the latest Union Strong pod, @aflcio.org President Liz Shuler joins us to discuss the #BetterInAUnion Bus Tour and what’s top of mind for working people. Listen wherever you get podcasts or watch:

Statement by President Mario Cilento on the Passing of Danny Donohue:

NYC: @actorsequity.bsky.social is headed into bargaining with the Broadway League for their cornerstone contract. Come show your support in Times Square next week! #UnionStrong

“Increasing the maximum unemployment insurance benefit and addressing the unemployment trust fund deficit are critical steps toward supporting unemployed workers struggling to make ends meet while providing relief to employers. (1/6)

A beautiful weekend to join Westchester-Putnam Central Labor Body members at their annual summer family picnic in Hartsdale. Coming together is what #unionstrong is all about. Thanks to WPCLB President Tom Carey for his leadership and hospitality. @nysaflcio.bsky.social

#UnionStrong at the Sunday night Tri-City ValleyCats game! ⚾

We fully support our @texasaflcio.org family, and proudly stand with them in their fight against an administration bent on rigging the rules to stay in power.

NEXT WEEK: Nurses are having an informational picket for safe staffing and a fair contract at 5:30pm outside Albany Med. Will we see you there? #UnionStrong @nynurses.bsky.social