Chicago Federation of Labor
@chicagolabor
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Since 1896, the Chicago Federation of Labor has fought for economic, social, and racial justice for all working people in Chicago and Cook County.
Chicago, IL
Joined December 2009
The CFL has announced endorsements for the General Primary Election on March 17, 2026. After a thorough vetting process, CFL affiliates voted to endorse pro-labor candidates who will be strong, consistent voices for working people across Cook County.
chicagolabor.org
Endorsements Every election cycle, the CFL endorses candidates who understand the issues facing workers and their unions in Chicago, Cook County, and beyond! Voter Information Links Voter Registrat...
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Mother Jones: the guiding light of Illinois' labor movement.
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Women of #LIUNA, you’re building it, fixing it, and leading it. This #labormovement is stronger because you’re in it. #TradesWomen #GirlPower #Solidarity
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Thank you Grace Catania, her husband Francis, Staff Rep Sylvia Chapman, and everyone from Illinois who helped gather the suitcases being dropped off this week. The Human Rights Committee’s Suitcase Drive mobilization has collected hundreds of bags across the District. #CWAStrong
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The hard work of horticulturalists, groundskeepers, teachers & security officers makes @chicagobotanic beautiful 💐Today, the Chicago Federation of Labor joined @CMRJB and elected allies to demand garden management stop union busting & do the right thing for workers!
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From concrete to clean energy, #Laborers are the backbone of North America’s future. We don’t just build it, WE power it! #LIUNABuilds #FeelThePower #construction
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Tonight! Don't forget to register: https://t.co/UpjF1aujfF
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Union members - join me at the IL AFL-CIO and CFL's Democratic Senate candidate forum on November 13 at IBEW 134 in Chicago.
Working people have questions for candidates running to represent Illinois in the US Senate, and on Thursday, we're holding a candidate forum with the @ILAFLCIO to get answers. Sign up to receive a link to the livestream for the event 📺 https://t.co/UpjF1aujfF
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As of today, Starbucks workers across the country are officially ON STRIKE. And we're prepared for this to become the biggest and longest ULP strike in Starbucks history. Say #NoContractNoCoffee with us: DON'T BUY STARBUCKS for the duration of our open-ended ULP strike! $SBUX
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Starbucks @SBWorkersUnited baristas have organized at 640+ stores across the country. Now, they’ve authorized a strike at corporate stores to stop their union-busting and get the fair contract they deserve. Sign Starbucks baristas’ solidarity pledge:
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Starbucks baristas brewing change. Join the movement for fair contracts, better wages, and worker protections.
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America’s unions are proud to be home to more than 1 million veterans. On #VeteransDay and every day, we honor their service and will continue to stand with all veterans, protect the benefits they earned and deliver the secure future they deserve. https://t.co/ampuNusvKK
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Plumbers JAC Local 130 accepts applications for its plumbing Apprenticeship program beginning Nov. 17, 2025 to Feb. 13, 2026, or the first 2,000 submissions, whichever occurs first. Find out more here: https://t.co/iObGon85Ln
#UnionPlumber #CISCO #Apprenticeship #Construction
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Working people have questions for candidates running to represent Illinois in the US Senate, and on Thursday, we're holding a candidate forum with the @ILAFLCIO to get answers. Sign up to receive a link to the livestream for the event 📺 https://t.co/UpjF1aujfF
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IAM Midwest Territory General Vice President Sam Cicinelli joined @chicagolabor and other leaders for a historic pilgrimage to meet @Pontifex — building bridges between faith and labor to uplift working people worldwide.
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IAM Midwest Territory General Vice President Sam Cicinelli recently joined a delegation of labor leaders from the Chicago Federation of Labor (CFL) for a historic labor pilgrimage to the Vatican,...
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We are ONE WEEK AWAY from our Democratic Senate Candidate Forum! In collaboration with the @ILAFLCIO, we're asking candidates how they plan to fight for working families in Washington. Sign up to receive a link to the livestream ahead of the event 📺 https://t.co/UpjF1atLq7
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Mid-America Carpenters volunteers went out Saturday with Rebuild Together Metro Chicago for Make a Difference Day. Our members installed grab bars, handrails and repaired stairs, doors, and doorbells in 20 homes for senior citizens in the Chicagoland area. Thanks to every
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Proud to see our friend and local 63 iron worker Paul Goodrich featured by @laborontheline!
Chicago's working class is standing united against Trump's attacks on our communities from ICE raids to healthcare and transit cuts. Ironworkers in Chicago won't stand for this, and join with working people across the city to flex our power and stop the attacks.
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The only thing scarier than Halloween is missing your @ChicagoLabor endorsement opportunity because you didn't fill our the questionnaire (which is due Nov. 4 by 5pm) 👻 #Twill
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The Chicago Federation of Labor unites approximately 300 unions who represent more than 500,000 working people in Chicago and Cook County. This fall, the CFL will conduct our endorsement process to...
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Have a fun and safe Halloween! 🎃🕸️
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Ready for trick-or-treaters tomorrow? Make sure to buy union-made candy when you’re doing your shopping! And check out the full list at https://t.co/d6pnmXbtIB.
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.@TheWNBPA players are fighting for a new contract where they get an equitable share of the profits THEY create. Sign the petition and tell @WNBA Commissioner @CathyEngelbert and @NBA Commissioner Adam Silver to bargain in good faith and pay the players. https://t.co/0YGtfDNDEN
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Last October, WNBA players opted out of their 2020 collective bargaining agreement to demand higher salaries, a more mature revenue share system, better working conditions and improved player...
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