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Let’s Look at the Issues
Identify theft doesn’t just happen to someone else. Just ask any of the 10 million Americans—including more than a few members of our Union—who were victimized by this crime last year. That’s why our friends at the AFL-CIO and Union Plus have asked us to remind you of the best ways to fight identity theft.
Let’s Look at the Issues
Identify theft doesn’t just happen to someone else. Just ask any of the 15 million Americans who were victims of this kind of crime last year alone. That’s why our friends at the AFL-CIO and the Union Plus program have asked unions like ours to remind members of the best ways to fight identity theft.
NY State Residents: Apply now for Rent Relief!
Earlier this month, New York State launched an Emergency Rental Assistance Program to help New Yorkers who are struggling to pay their rent and utilities. If eligible, you could qualify for up to 12 months of overdue rent payments and up to 3 months of future rent payments! Funds are limited, so apply soon! Read more...
Obama addresses AFL-CIO on Labor Day
The entire eight years former president George W. Bush was in office, unions were systematically shut out of the White House and corporate interests took the reigns of the Department of Labor.
What the Triangle Shirtwaist Fire means for workers today.
In states nationwide, working people are protesting the actions to strip them of collective bargaining. The Triangle fire and the Upper Big Branch explosion a century later make clear to me that workers want and need that voice. Collective bargaining still means a seat at the table to discuss issues such as working conditions, workplace safety and workplace innovation, empowering individuals to do the best job they can. And it means dignity and a chance for Americans to earn a better life.
The Future of Medicare Is on the Line in Budget/Debt Battle in Washington
While Democrats and Republicans have continued to battle in Washington over the federal budget and the so-called debt ceiling, leading to a shutdown of the federal government, conservatives are using the fight as an opportunity to try to include what they call “entitlement reform” in the discussion.
Immigrants Deserve Better
Republicans base their backward opinions on immigration on tired old arguments. You know what they are: Immigrants cause crime. They don’t pay taxes. They won’t learn English. They’re a drain on social services. They steal Americans’ jobs.
New Jersey Residents: You May Be Eligible for Up to $1,500 through the State!
New Jersey residents can now apply for up to $1,500 from the State’s ANCHOR program. ANCHOR, “Affordable New Jersey Communities for Homeowners and Renters,” is a state program designed to provide relief against increasing property taxes and rents. The deadline to apply is Friday, December 30, 2022. Read More...
How does Medicare work?
Medicare is a federal health insurance program for individuals who are 65 or older and certain younger individuals with disabilities. There are four parts of Medicare insurance, each covering specific services: Hospital Insurance (Medicare Part A), Medical Insurance (Part B), Medicare Advantage Plan (Part C) and Prescription Drug Coverage (Part D). Read more...
