Central New York Area Labor Federation, AFL-CIO

08/28/2026

Albany, NY - Today, the 2.5 million member New York State AFL-CIO announced endorsements of candidates running for Congress, State Senate and Assembly.The endorsements took place at the state federation’s 2026 Committee on Political Education (COPE) Convention at the Albany Capital Center, Albany,...

08/27/2026

The Central New York Area Labor Federation was proud to join union members from across New York State at the 2026 New York State AFL-CIO COPE Convention in Albany this week!

Union members from across Central New York were well represented, bringing together leaders and activists from our affiliated unions and Central Labor Councils. We also heard from many of our incredible labor champions and elected officials who continue to stand with working people and fight for a stronger labor movement.

Our Field Director, Miles Burnett, was also proud to serve as a Sergeant-at-Arms for this year’s convention.

We’re ready to get to work across Central New York to support our union-endorsed candidates and elect leaders who will stand with working people! ✊

08/22/2026

08/21/2026

Across Central New York, we’re getting ready to support and elect candidates who will stand with unions, fight for working families, and have our backs when it matters.

Last night, our Greater Syracuse Labor Council brought together local candidates and union members for Candidate Education Night to discuss the issues and priorities that matter to working people. Thank you to the candidates who joined us, asked thoughtful questions, and engaged directly with members of organized labor.

08/20/2026

One of our amazing labor councils enjoying the summer fun together!

08/14/2026

No worker who dedicates their career to serving our communities should be priced out of the education they need.

The AFL-CIO, AFT, AFSCME, and National Nurses United are taking the U.S. Department of Education to court over the RISE rule, which limits access to federal student loans for critical fields like nursing, teaching, public health, and social work.

At a time when our communities already face serious shortages of nurses, teachers, and other public service workers, we should be making these careers more accessible — not harder to pursue.

Read more about the lawsuit and what’s at stake:

On July 1, federal student loan limits were capped for nursing, teaching and other degrees

08/13/2026

We had a great time at the Greater Syracuse Labor Council’s Party on the Patio! It was nice way to bring our delegates together for a fun evening outside of our regular meetings.

A special thank you to the Marriott Syracuse Downtown for hosting us and for their continued support of local labor. Events like these are a great reminder of the bonds we form in our community.

08/03/2026

⚾ We had a great time at Union Night with the Binghamton Rumble Ponies, hosted by the Broome-Tioga Central Labor Council.

The rain didn’t stop us from having a nice evening connecting with union members and their families from across the region, enjoying a fun night at the ballpark, and celebrating our solidarity.

Thank you to everyone who joined us.

06/23/2026

Today is Election Day. Polls are open now. Union members, your vote protects the rights we have fought for, the wages we have earned, and the pensions we depend on. Get out and vote for labor-endorsed candidates today.

Find your polling location here: https://voterlookup.elections.ny.gov/

Endorsed Candidates:
✅ Tom DiNapoli – NYS Comptroller
✅ Bill Magnarelli – NYS Assembly, District 129
✅ Helen Hudson – Syracuse Common Council At-Large
✅ Chad Ryan – Onondaga County Legislature, 8th District
✅ Charlene Tarver – Onondaga County Legislature, 16th District

New York State AFL-CIO
AFL-CIO

06/19/2026

On the 161st anniversary of , America’s unions celebrate and commemorate the end of slavery in the United States.

We’ll continue organizing and mobilizing across the country to fight for and protect our civil rights and bring economic justice to all workers.