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A Brief Guide To U.S. Political Parties

Alayya Arrison — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:33:25 +0000

Registering to vote is one of the most important ways to participate in democracy, but many people aren’t sure what selecting a political party actually means. As party lines shift, folks reconsider their affiliations ahead of the midterms, and new voters prepare to register, we’re sharing a resource to break down party priorities and voter rights. Share […]

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Options After Callais

Stand Up for Workers Action — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:08:40 +0000

What are the options for dealing with Callais’ decimation of Sec. 2 of the Voting Rights Act and Rucho’s determination that partisan redistricting claims are not justiciable in the federal courts? Callais is already leading to the destruction of Black-majority congressional districts and to the destruction of any hope for a multi-racial democracy, especially in […]

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The Fifteenth Amendment and Callais

Stand Up for Workers Action — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 17:58:33 +0000

I wrote an article in the May issue of the Stand Up For Workers newsletter about the Supreme Court’s decision in Louisiana v. Callais. I only briefly mentioned the Fifteenth Amendment to the U.S Constitution in that piece. The Callais majority decision effectively determined that Sec. 2 of the Voting Rights Act was unconstitutional, while […]

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New Resource: Voting Rights at Work

Stand Up for Workers Action — Thu, 07 May 2026 19:54:05 +0000

Whether you’re working a shift, managing a team, or balancing a packed schedule, you have rights that protect your ability to vote. This resource is designed to help you and your network understand what those rights are, how to use them, and how to plan ahead with confidence. Being informed gives you power as a […]

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Opinion: We Need Guardrails

Stand Up for Workers Action — Thu, 07 May 2026 19:43:07 +0000

As a long-time resident of Colorado, I appreciate guardrails. Let me give you an example. When I drive from Denver to Winter Park, Granby and Steamboat Springs, Colorado, I need to go over Berthoud Pass on U.S. 40. I rely on guardrails on the eastern approach to Berthoud to protect against situations like a flat […]

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These Critical Races May Hold The Key to Democratic Senate Majority

Stand Up for Workers Action — Thu, 07 May 2026 19:30:34 +0000

While much of the early speculation and conversation around the upcoming midterm elections has centered on whether Democrats can reclaim the House of Representatives, a quieter but increasingly plausible scenario is emerging: a shift in control of the U.S. Senate. Recent polling trends, including declining approval ratings for Trump, have opened the door to a […]

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Response to Louisiana v. Callais Decision

Stand Up for Workers Action — Thu, 07 May 2026 19:17:06 +0000

The conservative majority of the Supreme Court just completed a project by Chief Justice Roberts, waged for more than four decades, to eviscerate the Voting Rights Act, seriously harming representative democracy in this country. First, a brief history lesson. From 1619 to 1865, most African Americans in the U.S. were enslaved, with “no rights which […]

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Trump’s War On Iran Will Add to American Workers’ Economic Woes

Alayya Arrison — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 18:59:11 +0000

American workers, already whipsawed by the effects of Trump’s capricious tariffs and other uncertainties of the economy, are likely to be the group most adversely impacted by the war against Iran according to labor economists and other economic analysts. Such effects include: 1. Jobs, Hiring, and Economic Stability While direct job losses are hard to predict, the indirect […]

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RESOURCE: Protecting Yourself During ICE Activity

Alayya Arrison — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 18:49:26 +0000

In the U.S., everyone, regardless of immigration status, has certain rights. As ICE activity continues across U.S. cities, it’s important to know what these rights are. Consider sharing this resource with your network or in your workplace. Note: This resource highlights federal rights. These may vary by city and state.

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Oregon Campaign for Just Cause

Stand Up for Workers Action — Wed, 04 Mar 2026 16:54:13 +0000

On November 3, 2026, Oregon voters may have the opportunity to approve a fundamental revision in the employment laws of that state. That revision would reverse a doctrine that has been adopted in all but one American state, and that has been used to destroy labor unions, weaken the protections adopted by the Congress and […]

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MAGA Strategy Appears Aimed at Overturning Defeat In Midterm Elections

Stand Up for Workers Action — Wed, 04 Mar 2026 16:46:08 +0000

As the November elections draw closer, statements and actions of the White House administration, along with pending legislation it has been pushing, offer clues as to the steps Trump supporters are contemplating as they seek to prevent the unfavorable results polls are predicting. A few mid-term losses could cost them their control of both houses […]

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Alaska’s Voice for Workers: Mary Peltola in Senate

Stand Up for Workers Action — Wed, 04 Mar 2026 16:40:58 +0000

Former representative Mary Peltola has consistently proven that “working-class values” are more than just a campaign slogan. They are a way of life. As she officially launches her 2026 bid for the U.S. Senate, her campaign is gaining momentum as a champion for the people who keep Alaska running. The Stand Up For Workers PAC […]

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The ICE Surge In Minneapolis: COMING TO A CITY NEAR YOU!

Stand Up for Workers Action — Wed, 04 Mar 2026 16:37:36 +0000

It was a casual meeting. At my health club in the beginning of February, a manager from one of Minneapolis’s major construction firms told me his company runs 22 crews across the metro. The day before, only four workers showed up. Four out of more than a hundred! Not because of weather. Not because of […]

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RESOURCE: Protecting Your Workplace + Employees During ICE Raids

Stand Up for Workers Action — Wed, 04 Feb 2026 18:34:35 +0000

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The Gavel and Your Paycheck: Why the Latest Judicial Nominations Matter for Every American Worker

Stand Up for Workers Action — Wed, 04 Feb 2026 18:25:03 +0000

Whether you are a barista, a middle manager, or a factory supervisor, you probably don’t spend your Tuesday mornings checking the federal judicial nomination list. It feels like “D.C. noise”—distant, political, and largely irrelevant to your daily shift. But as a plaintiff’s lawyer in Austin, TX who fights for workers nationwide, I’m here to tell […]

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Report from the Occupied City of Minneapolis: The Chilling Impact of ICE Operations

Stand Up for Workers Action — Wed, 04 Feb 2026 18:17:41 +0000

I am on the ground in Minneapolis, witnessing a city transformed by fear and uncertainty. The killing of Renee Good occurred just minutes from my home and Alex Pretti just a few blocks further—a vivid reminder of the pervasive violence that now shadows even the most familiar corners of this beautiful, loving community. I have lived […]

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Candidate Spotlight: Chris Pappas

Stand Up for Workers Action — Wed, 04 Feb 2026 18:14:53 +0000

Democrat Chris Pappas, a candidate for the U.S. Senate for the New Hampshire seat being vacated by Sen. Jean Shaheen, has had an impressive political career thus far. He has kept to a moderate path on many issues, but his voting record on legislation supported by the Stand Up for Workers PAC and his near-100% […]

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It’s 2026. Psychological Safety Is a Core Worker Right.

Stand Up for Workers Action — Wed, 07 Jan 2026 23:15:22 +0000

As 2026 begins, workers aren’t just tired. They’re carrying years of accumulated stress from instability, understaffing, and workplaces that demand resilience without offering protection. Burnout is no longer an individual issue. It’s a systems failure. Psychological safety means more than feeling “comfortable” at work. It’s the ability to speak up about harm, set boundaries, report […]

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Candidate Spotlight: Sherrod Brown

Stand Up for Workers Action — Wed, 07 Jan 2026 23:09:09 +0000

Long before affordability powered Mikie Sherill, Abigail Spanberger and Zohran Momdani to election in November 2025, Sherrod Brown focused on working-class economic issues in the House and in the Senate. He has been a strong supporter of organized labor, and Sherrod and his wife Connie proudly drive union-made Jeeps manufactured in Toledo, Ohio. After noting […]

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Cracks In MAGA’s Base Encourages Worker Advocates Preparing For Fall Elections

Stand Up for Workers Action — Wed, 07 Jan 2026 22:07:31 +0000

As the new year begins, the seemingly unending series of missteps by the current White House, especially on the economy, is feeding a growing number of defections of Trump loyalists away from their unbreakable bond to the chief executive. This turn away from him, shown by recent polling, gives additional openings for worker advocates to […]

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