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In 1963, 1199 won legalized collective bargaining for New York City hospital workers. The victory came through our members’ political might. Since then, we have built a powerhouse on that milestone as members continue to expand their political involvement and grow our vital Political Action Contributions (PAC) fund.

Over the years, 1199ers have helped to elect working-family friendly candidates in every region of our union, including New York City mayors David Dinkins and Bill de Blasio, Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley, Boston Mayor Martin Walsh and, of course, President Barack Obama. We have been successful in beating back sharp cuts to healthcare and in lobbying to preserve critical funding for healthcare programs and wage increases, including the recent, historic $15-an-hour wage wins in Maryland, Massachusetts and New York State. These victories represent the core values of our struggle. Together with our allies, we stand for fairness, security and dignity for all working people. We intend to continue building coalitions, registering voters and increasing the number of political activists among our ranks until every candidate and elected official hears our voice. Whether it is in the voting booth or the statehouse, we stand up for a country that works for everyone.

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Jul 30, 2012
Over 75 Long Island home care workers ? along with more than 100 of their family members ? enjoyed a Family Fun Day picnic in Nassau Cou...
Jul 26, 2012
Despite the sweltering heat that roasted the city yesterday, hundreds gathered on the steps of New York's City Hall in Lower Manhattan t...
Jul 26, 2012
On July 21st, 1199's ?Weekend Warriors? from hit the streets of eastern Pennsylvania to work in preparation for the upcoming national el...
Jul 24, 2012
The head of an 82-million member international union federation called on 1199ers to take part in an International Action Day on October...

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