Town Hall Meeting Is Critical
The Texas Legislature is posed to do some terrible things to working families in the near future, and several of them are linked to Dallas State Senator Don Huffines of Senate District 16 in Northeastern Dallas County. Among other things, Huffines has co-authored legislation that would severely injure unionism for public employees and undermine our public school system.
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Activists are looking for help in canvassing in Senate District 16. Contact Jessica Wolff at 407-341-5683 A major Working Families Town Hall Meeting is planned for Noon on April First at Springcreek Church, 2660 Belt Line Rd, Garland, Texas 75044
What happens in Austin affects all working families. The Dallas AFL-CIO urges all of us to help with the canvassing and turn out for the meeting.
City Joins County and School District in Welcoming Resolutions
The strongest progressive coalition in Dallas history is seeking to guide a welcoming resolutions through Dallas City Council. On March 22, the Council passed an anti-discrimination measure concerning members of the Islamic faith, but have not yet taken action on a welcoming resolution. Dallas County and School District have already passed resolutions that make it clear that immigrants, refugees, and everyone else are respected in our community. Mark york says, "We look forward to passing a welcoming resolution through Dallas City Council."
Dallas AFL-CIO is proud to have worked with this progressive coaliton and expects more great things to come.
Labor Takes A Stand for Clean Water
While our nation is in shock over revelations of bad water supplies in many American cities, the Dallas AFL-CIO is establishing good relationships with environmental groups.
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On March 24, principle officer Mark York met with David Foster, Director of the Clean Water Action Fund. York will cooperate with Foster's organization on local politics.
More Actions Coming Up
Mar 31: Cesar Chavez birthday
Apr 1, 9A-noon: The Future Is Female Symposium! At 1408 N Washington. Cost $15
Apr 1, noon: Special Town Hall meeting on Texas legislation. State Senator Don Huffines invited. All are invited to Springcreek Church, 2660 Beltline Rd in Garland
Apr 5, 12:30P: Dallas retirees and all supporters invited to Alliance/AFT hall, Centre & Bishop in Oak Cliff. 214-729-0063
Apr 6: Congressional recess begins. Visit your congressperson!
Apr 9, 2P: Dallas Mega March for immigrant/refugee rights starts at the Cathedral on Ross Street
Apr 12: TSEU's lobby day in Austin. Sign up at http://cwa-tseu.org/?page_id=6156
Apr 14: 10:15A: Gather at Young & Harwood, Dallas, for Annual Good Friday Walk comparing scripture to today’s activities