On Labor Day, the UFCW paid tribute to America’s essential workers and called on elected leaders to protect and strengthen the rights of working families in this country.
“Every Labor Day, we honor the millions of workers who keep our country running, including 1.2 million UFCW members who keep this country strong by providing the food, products, and services that working families depend on,” said UFCW International President Milton Jones in a statement. “Our members are the backbone of their communities and the engine of our economy, and we are proud to stand with them not only on Labor Day, but every day.
“But on this Labor Day, as we celebrate the contributions of America’s workers, we must also face the hard truth that many of their rights and protections are under attack. From corporations driving down wages and safety standards to political leaders slashing resources and protections for working families, workers are being asked to shoulder more while getting less in return.”
“This is why unions remain critical. With a union, workers can fight for stronger safety standards to protect them from extreme heat and other dangers on the job. They can win fair wages and regular raises that keep pace with the rising cost of living. And they can demand safe staffing levels that protect both workers and the communities they serve as the food supply chain begins to feel the impact of the administration’s immigration policies.”
“Unions give workers a voice on the job at a time when they are increasingly being silenced. On this Labor Day, the UFCW calls on our elected leaders to not only recognize the essential role of workers in our economy, but to stand with us in protecting and strengthening the rights of every working family in this country.”