Our Endorsed Candidate for President, Barack Obama spoke directly with many of Ohio's Labor Leaders in a Conference call Hosted by Ohio AFL-CIO President Joe Rugola,  AFL-CIO Secretary - Treasurer Rich Trumpka, and Dave Caldwell, Chairman of the Ohio AFL-CIO Political Committee.

We’re watching closely to see if the U.S. Senate begins its debate on health care this week. Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-Nev.) will unveil the Senate bill tonight and we could see the first vote to begin debate as early as Saturday. Read More>>

Today at the Economic Policy Institute (EPI), AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka and other leaders joined together to call for urgent action to create jobs and rebuild the economy. In a live webcast panel discussion, the consensus was clear: Without quick action, an entire generation could be mired in economic turmoil. The nation can, and must, put people back to work—while addressing critical needs for the future of our communities. Read More>>

With successful passage of a historic health care reform bill this weekend, experts are weighing in on the benefits that the bill would bring to working families. Read More>>

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The Unions of the Ohio Building Trades Unions are proving once again that they are involved in making America a better place for the Working Class. With two days to go please volunteer. Call your Local Union NOW to find out how. Democracy is not a SPECTATOR SPORT.

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Catch up on what's happening around the State. With only 20 days to go we cannot rest now.

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Rick Johnson and his fellow Officers in Lima are on it. Working to get Barack Obama as our next President.

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This weeks update incudes remarks made by AFL-CIO Secretary Treasurer Rich Trumka. This is a MUST SEE & HEAR. Click for access.

 

Also Labor Leader of the week, Babe Erdos of the UMWA. Our featured Local Union this week is CWA 4320 and President Jack Huber.

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there is a lot of good info in this weeks update, including reports on actions by our many Affilaite Locals.

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Labor Day 2008 is now behind us. We have to roll up our sleeves and push for our Endorsed Candidate Barack Obama.

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The ABC's avowed mission is to do away with your Union, and free Construction Employers to treat thier employees in any manner they see fit.