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Union Yes: Organize for a Better Life

Wage Data Shows When Workers Organize and Fight 'It Pays Off—Literally'Union contracts negotiated in 2023 earned workers wage increases they haven't seen in over 35 years.

Unions build wealth, narrow racial wealth gapsNew analysis of federal data shows unions increase wealth for all, particularly groups that historically had less wealth The following is from the Center for American Progress: WASHINGTON, D.C. (March 21, 2024) — As union membership continues to surge across the United States, newly released data from the Federal Reserve’s Survey of Consumer Finances […]

Union employees are about $100,000 richer than nonunion workers, according to the Fed, as labor movement continues its winning streakA union is especially important in addressing the wealth gaps based on race and education, study finds

Form a Union!

Organizing a union in your workplace is about getting more rights and more power. Thousands of working people—all across the country and in all kinds of jobs—organize unions every year because unions are the best way to secure the things you care about.

VIDEO: It’s Better in a UnionWe are more committed than ever to ensuring every worker who wants a union has a fair shot at joining one. Last year, we asked you to share your story about why #ItsBetterInAUnion—and wow, were you incredible. We’ve taken your voices and created an inspiring new video.

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