AFL-CIO's Liz Shuler Reacts to D. Taylor's UNITE HERE Resignation

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D. Taylor has stepped down as the leader of UNITE HERE, an international union primarily for hospitality workers. Taylor, known for his organizing proficiency, built the union into a powerful collective, adding nearly 150,000 members and protecting workers from the impacts of automation. His successor will be Gwen Mills, the first woman to serve as president of UNITE HERE.

AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler on UNITE HERE's Leadership Transition

AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler recently issued a statement about UNITE HERE's leadership transition and the legacy of D. Taylor.

D. Taylor is commended for championing low-wage workers' rights and improving their standard of living through union strength. He is recognized for his impactful career in the labor movement, securing numerous victories for hospitality workers, notably through his leadership of UNITE HERE Culinary Union in Nevada and the international union.

Throughout his tenure, Taylor's commitment to the belief that “One Job Should Be Enough” became a national working people's rallying cry. He's seen as an exceptional organizer, having transformed UNITE HERE into an organizing powerhouse. This has led to record contracts, critical election victories, and the addition of nearly 150,000 members nationwide, including the Deep South.

Under Taylor's leadership, the union also made significant progress in protecting hospitality workers from the potential negative effects of automation and artificial intelligence. He also helped lead the national discussion on the future of work.

Beyond his union, Taylor's influence on the AFL-CIO Executive Council has been priceless, offering strategic advice based on his extensive organizing experience. His input on capital strategies and preparing workers for technological impacts has been invaluable.

The AFL-CIO expresses gratitude to D. Taylor for his unmatched activism for his members, and the support he has provided to the labor movement. They express anticipation to work with Gwen Mills, the first woman president of UNITE HERE, to continue improving the lives of hospitality and all workers in the country.

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