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General News

September 1, 2010

Labor Gears Up for Massive Jobs Rally in Washington, DC on 10-2-10

The number one issue for labor, for our economy, and in this election is JOBS. And we in the New Jersey labor movement are ready to make our voices heard in Washington, DC on Saturday, 10-2-10.

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August 31, 2010

Labor Day 2010: Upcoming Events and Celebrations

Labor Day 2010 is less than a week away and there are plenty of ways for you and your family to celebrate this year. Below are a few suggestions for you to consider.

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August 19, 2010

HISTORIC VICTORY: UAW Casino Dealers Secure First Contract at Tropicana

Since the inception of gaming in Atlantic City on June 2, 1977, there has never been a union contract between a casino and its dealers. That all changed today, when over 700 casino dealers represented by the UAW ratified their first contract with the Tropicana Casino.

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August 4, 2010

Are New Jersey Public Workers Overpaid?

According to Professor Jeffrey Keefe from Rutgers University the answer is no. In fact, Professor Keefe makes the argument that there are no significant pay differences between New Jersey’s public and private sector workers.

Please CLICK HERE to read Professor Keefe’s research paper which shines a light on an issue of great interest to our state.

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Legislation News

July 21, 2010

2.0% Property Tax Cap Signed Into Law

On July 8, 2010 the State Senate passed the conditional veto (CV) of S-29 (Sweeney), which establishes a 2.0% annual property tax levy increase for local governments, including municipalities, counties and school boards.

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Election News

August 17, 2010

14th Annual Labor Candidate School Focuses on Campaign Essentials and Labor’s Core Values

The New Jersey State AFL-CIO hosted the 14th Annual Labor Candidates School from Saturday to Sunday, August 14-15, 2010. This year’s class had 25 students representing 19 different local unions.

CLICK HERE for pictures from the 14th Annual Labor Candidate School.

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June 16, 2010

New Jersey State AFL-CIO Announces 2010 Endorsements

Today, the one-million-member-strong New Jersey State AFL-CIO announced endorsement decisions for 13 U.S. Congressional Districts and three special state legislative races.

 

CLICK HERE for a full list of the New Jersey State AFL-CIO Endorsements.

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Organizing News