Underscoring the importance of unity within the labor movement at a moment when working families have an opportunity to win landmark improvements in jobs, health care and labor law, AFL-CIO President Rich Trumka presented a charter to UNITE HERE president John W. Wilhelm. Trumka said, "A united labor movement will serve the interests of working people during this time of incredible opportunity."
Asserting that "our 265,000 members belong in the House of Labor," UNITE HERE has rejoined the 11.5-member AFL-CIO.
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Underscoring the importance of unity within the labor movement at a moment when working families have an opportunity to win landmark improvements in jobs, health care and labor law, AFL-CIO President Rich Trumka presented a charter to UNITE HERE president John W. Wilhelm. Trumka said, "A united labor movement will serve the interests of working people during this time of incredible opportunity."
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"In UNITE HERE, we know what a fighter for workers Rich Trumka is, and we pledge to stand with him and fight with him to get workers what they deserve: a piece of the American dream," said Wilhelm. "Solidarity will always overcome division… our union will continue to be a strong and growing member in the house of labor."
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Trumka will continue to lead conversations with other unions about affiliation and reaffiliation to take advantage of the best political climate for organized labor in years.
