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At 1199SEIU Florida, we represent more than 25,000 healthcare employees —from nurses to clerical employees — working in the hospital and nursing home industry. We work in some of the largest for-profit and academic healthcare institutions in the state and are constantly working to achieve affordable, high quality healthcare for all. Our members have a rich history of striving to transform lives by empowering our communities to stand for justice, dignity, and respect for everyone.
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Nov 3, 2022
There are many critical issues that could affect working families depending on the outcome of the midterm elections - from voting rights to…
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Oct 13, 2022
Member Political Organizer (MPO) Kenzi Stewart recently experienced an up-close look at the very worst of Hurricane Ian that decimated…
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Oct 11, 2022
The mainstream media has downplayed one of the biggest stories of the year. I’m referring to the tens of thousands of workers organizing…
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Oct 11, 2022
If ever there were a time to stand up for our families and our communities, this is it. It is less than two years since we went all out to…
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Oct 3, 2022
Member Political Organizer (MPO) Jacquelyn “Jackie” Wheeler says the best way to protect our right to vote is to…vote.
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Sep 30, 2022
“It’s inspiring how our Florida healthcare workers have put themselves in harm’s way to care for others in Hurricane Ian, just as they have…
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Sep 29, 2022
Do you have federal student loans or know someone who does? Do you/they work for a not-for-profit healthcare institution or other non-profit…
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Sep 29, 2022
Here are the resources and information you need to make sure your home and workplace are prepared for the hurricane season.