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Press Releases

Illinois AFL-CIO Statement on Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky’s Retirement

"The daughter of immigrant parents, Jan Schakowsky is the product of America's promise. After obtaining a degree in elementary education from the University of Illinois, she dedicated her life to helping others, first as the program director…
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April Newsletter – Honoring the workers who have lost their lives on the job

Dear friends: Today is Workers’ Memorial Day.  Each year, more than 5,000 workers die from job injuries and 135,000 more from occupational diseases. That’s nearly 340 workers every single day. Across Illinois today, working families…
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Illinois AFL-CIO Statement on Senator Dick Durbin’s Retirement

Springfield - Today, the Illinois AFL-CIO released the following statement from President Tim Drea in response to Senator Durbin's announcement that he will not seek reelection in 2026: "Throughout his more than 40 years of public service,…
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