31 Search Results for "politics"
Billionaires, money, and politics: Why you should be concerned
November 16, 2010
A compelling New Yorker article by Jane Mayer examines how, to what extent, and to what end two of this country's richest and most privileged individuals use their enormous wealth to influence its elections, governance, and general political climate.
Wall Street Journal says HTC’s Membership Packs a Powerful Punch in Politics
On June 27, the Wall Street Journal published an interesting article by reporter Andrew Grossman arguing that our union “punches above its weight” in the political arena.
"No matter where you lay your head at night, don't sleep on the political sway of HTC" - City & State
HTC President Rich Maroko and our Union were nominated as one of this week’s biggest winners in New York City politics. Read more...
HTC plays big role in Queens elections
If the 2008 elections were any indication, the Hotel Trades Council has proved it is a force to be reckoned with in New York City politics.
HTC gears up for November elections in Westchester
HTC, has developed a reputation as an important player in New York politics. This reputation is the result of an active and sophisticated membership ready to mobilize community support for political candidates committed to keeping middle-class, union jobs in New York's hotel industry. HTC has recently turned it's attention to Westchester's race for County Executive and County Legislature.
Senate Republicans Defeated in Filibuster Deal
On Tuesday, July 16th democrats avoided crisis when a deal was struck to confirm President Obama’s executive branch nominees in exchange for leaving the existing filibuster rules in place.
Celebrating Union Power! Photos from Our 2022 Labor Day Parades
Typically, when HTC members devote their non-working hours to Union activity, it’s to build power by knocking on doors for our friends in politics or by phone banking to support a good cause. But last weekend, HTC members turned out by the hundreds simply to celebrate!
On September 9th and 10th, HTC participated in both New Jersey’s and New York City’s annual Labor Day Parades, marching and chanting alongside family and friends. Read more...
A Message on the Jan. 6th Insurrection from HTC President Rich Maroko
The events of January 6, 2021 will be immortalized in history as a stain on American democracy. The riotous mob that descended on our nation’s capital attacked the very foundations of our country and Constitution. I want to take a moment to condemn the treasonous actions of these domestic terrorists. In the darkest chapter of modern American politics, it was ordinary people who stood up to protect human life and preserve our democracy. I applaud the heroes of yesterday’s attack: the congressional aides who rescued electoral ballots and the elected officials who, after fearing for their lives, worked through the night to fulfill their constitutional duty. Thanks to their steadfast resolve in the face of terrorism, the election results were certified shortly after 3:00 AM. Read more...
Peter Ward named one of NYC’s most effective labor leaders
City Hall News has named HTC President Peter Ward one of New York City's 12 most effective labor leaders.
HTC President Peter Ward named in “Albany Power 100”
Hotel Trades Council President Peter Ward made City & State's list of "Albany's Power 100".
