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News from the Central Labor Council of Middle Tennessee.

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Protect Workers’ Retirements from Wall Street’s Crypto Gambling

04 Aug, 2026 Read More >

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Statement on the Passing of Vonda McDaniel, President of the Central Labor Council of Nashville and Middle Tennessee

02 Jul, 2026 Read More >

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AFL-CIO Observes International Human Rights Day

10 Dec, 2025 Read More >

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Remembering CWA Local 3808 President Debbie Sisco

“For anyone that has ever led a volunteer effort, political campaign or organization, you know that getting participation is hard work. The Super Volunteer/Leader is invaluable to the success of your program. Debbie Sisco was such a Super Leader.

13, Apr, 2021

USW Member Uses Union Plus Legal Program To Stand Up for Workers' Rights

Lisa Pedersen of Revere, Massachusetts, has been a United Steelworkers (USW) member for 34 years. As “the first girl in [her] area” when she started as a gas leak investigator and repair person for the National Grid, Pedersen is used to being a leader.

08, Apr, 2021

New Poll: 77% of Americans Support Amazon Union Drive

Today, the AFL-CIO and GBAO released a nationwide poll of registered voters that found more than three-quarters of Americans support workers’ efforts to organize a union at the Amazon warehouse in Bessemer, Alabama.

05, Apr, 2021

'Get It Right Bill' Town Hall Event Next Tue 3/30 6 pm

Next Tuesday, the Town Hall event to launch the campaign for the "Get It Right Bill" in Nashville will be held at 6 pm virtually on Zoom. This critical piece of legislation will improve safety on our city's construction sites and make sure workers have a seat at the table.

25, Mar, 2021

AFL-CIO Collaboration Develops Target Date CIT Funds for DC Plans

“This suite of target date CIT funds is a welcome addition to the lineup of financial products which carry the AFL-CIO name,” said AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka. “Defined benefit plans remain the bedrock of a secure retirement.

24, Mar, 2021

Unions Eager for Swift Action from New Labor Secretary

“Millions of workers still do not have the strong COVID-19 protections they need to be safe at work.

23, Mar, 2021