We have to work together so we’re able to keep the things we have, like our health care and other benefits.

~ Jay Etheridge, 32BJ Member, New York

Latest Political Issues in 32BJ DC/VA/MD

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The American Dream

Three 32BJ members talk about what the American Dream means to them and why they are fighting for immigration reform.

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Immigration Reform: What’s Next?

A bipartisan group of U.S. Senators have introduced an immigration reform bill this week. What’s in the bill, and what are our next steps?

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Taking Action on Immigration

Across the country, we are putting pressure on Congress for commonsense immigration reform.

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Why Immigration Reform Matters

Today’s broken immigration system hurts all workers. We must make sure that all workers can work out of the shadows and share in the wealth they help create with their hard work.

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Why Politics Matter / The American Dream Fund

Whether it’s workplace rights, immigration, healthcare or education, the decisions politicians make affect every aspect of our lives. We need to work together to elect leaders who have the best interests of working families at the top of their agenda. If we don’t, the elections and issues are won by corporations and the rich, who have unlimited resources to influence the political process.

How do we win?

Thousands of us contribute to the American Dream Fund (our PAC or Political Action Committee) to support our goals of electing public officials who care about working families and passing laws that help ensure fairness and opportunity for all. 32BJ members also talk to co-workers at the workplace, make phone calls and knock on doors, to build awareness about issues and mobilize people to vote. And we build alliances with community partners to strengthen our voice on the issues that affect working families. Contribute to the American Dream Fund!

Political Updates

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The American Dream
Three 32BJ members talk about what the American Dream means to them and why they are fighting for immigration reform. Read More »
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Immigrants, 32BJ SEIU Vice President Testify at D.C. Council Hearing on Driver’s License Bill, Touting Benefits and Suggesting Improvements
Historic legislation that would make District residents eligible for a driver’s license or DC identification card regardless of citizenship or immigration status would make the District safer and give residents greater economic opportunity, an... Read More »
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Rebuilding the Middle Class
Maryland Gov. Martin O’Malley joined 32BJ President Héctor Figueroa to speak about the important role that state governments can play in strengthening the middle class. Read More »
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Immigration Reform: What’s Next?
A bipartisan group of U.S. Senators have introduced an immigration reform bill this week. What's in the bill, and what are our next steps? Read More »
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Tens of thousands rally nationwide in support of comprehensive immigration measures
WASHINGTON — Tens of thousands of immigrants and activists rallied nationwide Wednesday in a coordinated set of protests aimed at pressing Congress to approve immigration measures that would grant 11 million immigrants living here... Read More »
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Hope Leaves the Shadows at the Capitol
The mood on Wednesday on the west lawn of the Capitol was jubilant, just as it had been in January when people in overcoats and blankets squinted in frosty sunlight at Jumbotrons showing President... Read More »
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US Capital Prepares for Major Immigration Rally
Jaime Contreras hasn’t eaten much lately. He’s been too busy preparing for Wednesday’s “All in for Citizenship” rally expected to draw tens of thousands of immigration activists to the West Lawn of the U.S.... Read More »
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Thousands Expected to March for Immigration Reform Wednesday
Thousands of advocates are expected to descend on the nation’s capital Wednesday afternoon to press for comprehensive immigration reform and a path to citizenship. Read More »
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D.C. Immigrant Activists Optimistic Ahead of Wednesday Rally
For Zoila Argueta, the hard part is over. Thirty years after she fled her native, war-torn El Salvador for the United States, leaving behind her three young children and cleaning offices to send money... Read More »
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Minimum Wage Fight Not Over Yet
The plan was to raise the minimum wage in Maryland from $7.25 an hour to $10 an hour over the next few years. Jaime Contreras, vice president of the union 32BJ SEIU, promises it... Read More »