To build a powerful Union that fights for economic, political and social justice in our workplaces and in our communities.
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Marriage Equality Act Passes in Washington State Senate On Wednesday February 1, 2012 the Washington State Senate passed the Marriage Equality Act with a 28-21 vote. This issue is one that UFCW 21 supports as part of our agenda for 2012. When our Board, which includes 35 workers representing our membership, voted to endorse the proposal, board member Scott Shiflett, a Safeway meatcutter was quoted in the local news saying, "this was a no brainer, it is a civil rights issue." Read our full legislative agenda. Community is Concerned with MultiCare’s Actions
…We feel that your threat to have the Union Representative arrested for doing the work she has done for the past decade is unlawful, unjust and an out-of-balance intrusion on the rights of workers… It is a challenge to a basic worker right and is not acceptable. Click to read the full letter. |
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Making Change at Walmart Puget Sound Launch On January 5, UFCW 21 joined over 20 community organizations to launch the Puget Sound area Making Change at Walmart coalition. We believe when employers like Walmart come to our communities with big empty promises, we insist they live up to our values. This is about respect. This is about good jobs. This is about healthy communities and a better world. Join a growing number of people and organizations at MakingChangeatWalmart.org. |
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The coalition ran an ad in the Daily Journal of Commerce. Click here to view the ad. |
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On January 20, a Community Delegation delivered a letter to Diane Cecchettini’s Executive Assistant in her absence, addressing MultiCare’s recent anti-union behavior. The delegation’s letter stated:
