09/07/2026
Today, we want to highlight three extraordinary union leaders who fought tirelessly for workers’ and women’s rights🛠️
Dolores Huerta — A legendary civil rights activist who co-founded the United Farm Workers, organized massive national boycotts, and coined the powerful rallying cry, “Sí, se puede!”
Kate Mullany — At just 19 years old, she formed America’s first all-female union in 1864, leading a successful strike for higher wages and better working conditions.
Melinda Person — A powerful modern labor champion who leads the 700,000+ member New York State United Teachers (NYSUT), delivering historic legislative victories for public education funding, workplace safety, and pension reforms.
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