AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler and AFL-CIO Secretary-Treasurer Fred Redmond released the following statement:
These horrific, disturbing allegations come as a deep shock to us. Our thoughts are first and foremost with any victims of assault and abuse who have described experiencing what no one—especially children—should ever have to survive. No legacy can excuse it.
The AFL-CIO unequivocally condemns the actions described in The New York Times article and supports a full investigation into these allegations. The AFL-CIO will not participate or endorse any upcoming activities for Cesar Chavez Day.
The AFL-CIO will always stand in solidarity with farmworkers who have fought for and won critical rights over generations through collective action, resilience and extraordinary determination—a history that cannot be erased by the horrific actions of one person. The labor movement was organized not only to protect workers’ paychecks and benefits, but also to ensure they are safe from any form of harassment, inappropriate conduct, or assault. Our commitment to safety and justice for farmworkers, immigrant workers and all in our workplaces will never waver. Statement online here.
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All members of Local 30 are strongly encouraged to attend these meetings to stay informed about current Union business.
Union officials and staff will be available to provide reports, updates, and other important information regarding Local 30, as well as to answer any questions.
Mark your calendars! All meetings will be held on Thursdays at 5:30 PM PT:
Thursday, January 22, 2026
Thursday, April 23, 2026
Thursday, July 23, 2026
Thursday, October 22, 2026
Today, the San Diego City Council overrode Mayor Kevin Faulconer’s veto and OFFICIALLY PASSED THE EARNED SICK DAYS AND MINIMUM WAGE ORDINANCE! Their override means that the Earned Sick Leave-Minimum Wage is once again in place to help hardworking San Diegans who struggle to pay the rent and buy groceries.
However, our fight continues, opponents representing a small handful of special interests have announced that they are prepared to spend what it takes to repeal the law. They will be in front of grocery stores and other areas in the city attempting to collect 34,000 signatures to repeal the law.
To push back against this brazen attack against hard working San Diegans we need your help! Council President Todd Gloria, Irwin Jacobs, Mel Katz, Bill Walton and Barbara Bry kicked off the citywide campaign, simply called “Don’t Sign It,” to defeat the referendum against the ordinance.
Today, City Council stood up for 280,000 San Diegans who lack sick leave and nearly 200,000 low-wage workers who work hard every day and can’t afford rent and groceries, now its time to do our part. Here's what you can do:
Click here to take the pledge to protect the Earned Sick Leave-Minimum Wage Ordinance.
Also, please download this “Don’t Sign It” image (right click + save image). Please post it on social media and print it out and hang it for all to see.
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