News and Updates

Workers, Legislators Support Bill to Modernize Workplace Scheduling Laws

February 19, 2015

Looking to ensure workers have a voice in how much and when they work, a coalition of worker advocacy groups, social justice organizations, labor unions and workers joined together with Rep. Rena Moran today...
Labor backs legislation ensuring workers are paid what they earn

February 11, 2015

Addressing a large, but rarely talked about problem, the Minnesota AFL-CIO announced today that it was partnering with lawmakers and workers on legislation to crack down on wage theft. “Whether it’s an extra...
Register today for the MN Union Women's Retreat

February 3, 2015

Registration is now open for Labor Education Service's Minnesota Union Women's Retreat happening April 22-24, 2015 at Ruttger's Bay Lake Lodge in Brainerd Lakes Area. Register today! Scholarships are...
Support Nellie Stone Johnson bust at the Capitol

December 10, 2014

Together we can help labor establish its rightful place in our Capitol We have the opportunity to permanently remind Capitol visitors, including school children, of the important role labor has played in our...
State continues to post budget surpluses despite years of Republican fear mongering

December 4, 2014

Minnesota AFL-CIO President Shar Knutson issued the following statement on today’s state budget forecast: “Minnesotans learned today that their state government continues to be on sound financial and economic...
Minnesota AFL-CIO Statement on 2014 Election

November 5, 2014

Following the 2014 election, Minnesota AFL-CIO President Shar Knutson issued the following statement: “Despite a massive Republican wave that swept the nation, a majority of Minnesota voters re-elected working...
2014 Voting Checklist

October 19, 2014

Election day is Tuesday, November 4. Do you have everything you need to be able to exercise your right to vote? First, check your voter registration status. Already registered? Great, find your polling place...
Minnesota AFL-CIO names Todd Dahlstrom as Organizing/Growth Director

July 16, 2014

In an effort to assist affiliate unions in extending membership to more working Minnesotans, the Minnesota AFL-CIO has hired Todd Dahlstrom as the state labor federation’s Director of Organizing and Growth. “...
Legislators leave Capitol with much accomplished for working Minnesotans

May 16, 2014

The 2014 legislative session drew to an early close with much accomplished for Minnesota’s working families. “Be it the first minimum wage increase in a decade, a job-creating infrastructure package, or...
State moving forward under Governor Dayton & DFL Legislature

April 30, 2014

Following Governor Mark Dayton’s State of the State address, Minnesota AFL-CIO President Shar Knutson issued the following statement: “Thanks to leadership from Governor Mark Dayton and the DFL Legislature,...
Statement on State Minimum Wage Increase

April 10, 2014

Minnesota AFL-CIO President Shar Knutson issued the following statement after the Legislature sent a $9.50, inflation indexed, minimum wage bill to Governor Dayton’s desk: “It’s a great week for all...
Minimum Wage Agreement Announced!

April 8, 2014

In response to today’s agreement between the House and Senate on legislation to raise Minnesota’s minimum wage to $9.50 by 2016 and to make future upward adjustments to reflect the cost of living, Raise the...
Labor 2010 Endorsed State Office Candidates

October 21, 2010

Want to find out where you vote? Check out our online voter guide at www.middleclassmn.org Constitutional Officer Endorsements Governor & Lieutenant Governor Mark Dayton & Yvonne Prettner Solon (DFL...
Workers testify at House Hearing on Unemployment Services

August 11, 2009

The Minnesota House Higher Education and Workforce Development Finance and Policy Division met on Tuesday, August 10 to hear from unemployed workers about problems and barriers they face while using the...
Union Members Across the State Advocate for Health Care Reform

August 5, 2009

Minnesota AFL-CIO affiliates are manning county fair booths across East Central Minnesota this summer. They are doing the usual raffles, giveaways, talking to the people. More importantly, they are reaching...

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