Union News
Government Shutdown Threatens SNAP Benefits for New Mexico Families

The ongoing federal shutdown threatens SNAP, risking hunger and economic strain in New Mexico, despite $30M state aid.

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Union News
Nurses Protest in D.C. Urging Congress to Fund Health Care, Medicare for All

RNs from the largest nurses union, joined by Congress members, rallied on Dec. 3 in D.C. to demand ACA subsidy extension and Medicare for All, impacting millions.

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Infrastructure Investment
ADP reports U.S. private sector loses 32,000 jobs in November downturn

Private employers in the U.S. shed 32,000 jobs in November, contrary to an expected 40,000 increase, per ADP data.

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Union News
Region 1 Hosts Empowering UAW Education Training for Union Leaders

The November 12–14 union training, led by Nadja Roivas, Roc Ciers, and Nayeesha Conway, boosted UAW education, focusing on empowerment and solidarity.

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Union News
Nurses and Congress Rally for ACA Subsidies and Medicare for All

On Dec. 3, union nurses, Congress members, and allies rally in D.C. for ACA subsidies and Medicare for All, highlighting U.S. healthcare system challenges.

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Infrastructure Investment
Blackstone funds $1.2B gas power plant in WV, creating 500 jobs by 2027

Construction begins on a $1.2B natural gas power plant in Clarksburg, W.Va., by Blackstone, with operations expected by 2027.

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Union News
UAW endorses Dr. Amy Acton for Ohio Governor, backing working class

The UAW backs Dr. Amy Acton for Ohio Governor, emphasizing her stance against corporate greed and her commitment to blue-collar communities and unions.

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Union News
Detroit Institute of Arts Workers Unite to Form AFSCME Union

Detroit Institute of Arts staff unite under AFSCME for fair treatment, aiming to enshrine equity and respect in a collective bargaining agreement.

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Economic Growth
Impact of Act 12 on Water Privatization and Rate Hikes in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania faces utility rate hikes after a $40B merger of water companies amidst privatization trends.

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Union News
Unemployment Insurance: Past Failures and Current Challenges

Project 2025's measures against UI fraud risk harming benefit delivery and require states to share sensitive data, prompting AFSCME's strong opposition.

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