Laborers' Local 579

Attention students, back to school shopping here once again! Make sure you look for & buy supplies for your whole family. For a full list of items, go to: https://aflcio.org/SchoolSupplies

⬆️ 2️⃣ 0️⃣ 6️⃣ %: The increase in public and private spending on building manufacturing plants in the U.S. since the start of the Biden-Harris administration. Don't take our word for it: https://bit.ly/4cj3eHb

Labor411 put together an exclusive list of union-made low-carb foods so that you can diet while supporting good union jobs.

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Our Union-Made Low Carb Diet Shopping Guide Looking to diet? One of the most popular and effective ones according to millions of people is the low carb diet. Because it reduces consumption of high calorie carb-heavy foods like sweets, breads…

Make no mistake, so-called "Right-to-work" laws are on the ballot every single election. We encourage you to do your research to ensure who you are voting for does not support RTW.

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Heard of ? This agenda would make it tougher for members to win gains in our next contracts and stack the deck in favor of CEOs.

Learn more about Project 2025:

Project 2025 and Unions Project 2025 and Unions Project 2025 is the 920-page document by Donald Trump and his allies that spells out what they plan to do during a Trump second term.We broke it down for you: How would this agenda affect union members and working families?Project 2025 includes proposals to:Make it easier for...

Keeping promises and exposing exploitation: We stand firm against low-road contractors. We're dedicated to fair work and protecting our members' rights.

☀️ Laborers, stay cool and safe in the heat! Drink water, take breaks in the shade, and wear lightweight clothing. Your health comes first!

A new school year is right around the corner. If you’d like to support good jobs with your purchases, we’ve got you covered. Here is a list of items that are made by brands that employ union labor.

📝 https://labor411.org/shopping-list/union-made-back-to-school-shopping-list-4/

Make sure your voice is heard! 🗳️ Check your voter registration or register to vote today. Every vote counts! Visit liunavotes.org to check your registration!

🗳️🇺🇸 Today is the day! Make your voice heard and vote pro-laborer. Support candidates who stand with us for fair wages, safe working conditions, and strong unions. Every vote counts!

Endorsements here: https://www.mkldc.org/endorsements/

We are proud to endorse Mike Kehoe for Governor in the Republican Primary. We recognize his efforts to support policies that benefit working families and labor unions. Mike Kehoe has shown a commitment to improving job opportunities and advocating for fair labor practices.

Vote for Mike Kehoe for Governor in the Republican Primary on Tuesday, August 6th.

Many of us are experiencing extreme heat conditions in the Midwest. If you work outside in hot weather, take frequent breaks in the shade & .

Learn more on how to mitigate your risks when working in hot environments: https://bit.ly/4fshzn8

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Great list here: https://www.unionplus.org/blog/union-made/union-made-beer

Politics is not just “politics” it impacts ALL of our daily lives. When we make our voices heard we make our union stronger and our paychecks bigger.

See our August Primary endorsements here: https://www.mkldc.org/endorsements/

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The Missouri-Kansas Laborers' District Council are proud to endorse Lincoln Hough for Lt. Governor in the Republican Primary on August 6th.

We are proud to endorse Crystal Quade for Governor in the Democratic Primary! Crystal is a staunch advocate of working families and has consistently stood up for us. Make a plan to vote on August, 6th!

Check out all of our endorsements here: https://www.mkldc.org/endorsements/

It’s labor’s turn! Vice President Kamala Harris has been a key partner in leading the most pro-labor administration in our lifetimes. With Kamala Harris in the White House, together we’ll continue to build the labor movement, expand the middle class, and make our economy work for all of us.

Sign up here: https://go.aflcio.org/labor4harriscall

For over 121 years, has fought union-busting employers who try to stop workers from organizing, and we're not about to stop now!

Although Donald Trump has been eager to garner support from American Labor unions for his re-election campaign, there are lots of reasons he’s not going to get it. Chief among them is his record in sabotaging the nation’s Labor Movement.

OPINION: How Donald Trump worked to destroy America’s Labor unions - The Labor Tribune By LAWRENCE WITTNER Although Donald Trump has been eager to garner support from American Labor unions for his re-election campaign, there are lots of reasons he’s not going to get it. Chief among them is his record in sabotaging the nation’s Labor Movement. During his decades as a wealthy busine...

strongly endorses Vice President Kamala Harris to be the next President of the United States.

Read more: https://bit.ly/3WdOEuq

What is your plan to vote? In Missouri, you can vote in person absentee without an 'excuse.' Make a plan today for how you will be voting in the primary election.

More information here: https://my.lwv.org/missouri/metro-st-louis/voter-services/voting-absentee-missouri

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Know the signs of heat stroke and what to do when you see them!

General President's statement on President Joe Biden’s Withdrawal from the Presidential Election Race

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