The Label Letter is the official newsletter of the Union Label & Service Trades Department, AFL-CIO. It is published bimonthly and includes the Do Buy and official AFL-CIO Boycott Lists. Subscriptions are available to members only. With the exception of copyrighted material, permission to reprint is hereby granted, but credit to the source is appreciated.
Broken Labor Law, Corporate Union-Busting Keep Union Density Flat Despite Renewed Organizing Push, Popularity of Unions
At the end of January, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) released its annual report on union density, revealing that the percentage of workers in a union remained flat in 2024 despite significant organizing wins across various sectors of the economy.
Labor Board Kneecapped by Trump Firing of Board Chair
One week into his second term, President Donald Trump fired National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) General Counsel Jennifer Abruzzo — who had been a powerful advocate for workers during her tenure as an appointee — and board member Gwynne Wilcox, whose illegal...
SEIU Rejoins the AFL-CIO, Strengthening Labor Solidarity
The labor movement has grown even stronger with the return of the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) to the AFL-CIO. After nearly two decades outside the national federation, SEIU’s decision to reaffiliate marks a renewed commitment to solidarity and collective action for working people.
April Verrett: Championing Change as SEIU President
April Verrett was elected president of the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) in 2024. She brings to her office bold leadership, strategic vision, and a relentless commitment to workers’ rights. Under her guidance, SEIU continues to amplify the voices of essential workers, advocating for dignity, fair wages, and safe workplaces across diverse industries.
Hockey Unions Join AFL-CIO, Strengthening the Labor Movement
In a historic move, the National Hockey League Players’ Association (NHLPA) and the Professional Hockey Players’ Association (PHPA) have joined the AFL-CIO and its Sports Council, marking yet another significant expansion of the labor federation to 63 affiliated...
