AAUP Summer Institute in Detroit
We had a great turnout of Michigan higher ed leaders from more than a dozen locals at the annual AAUP Summer Institute hosted at Wayne State University this weekend. One of the highlights was a great panel on defending democracy featuring 3 great (current and former) AFT Michigan leaders: Eric Rader, President of HFCCFT 1650; Rep. Carrie Rheingans, UM-LEO 6244; and Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, former member of WAU 6075. Participants also chipped in to help WAU in their fight for a fair contract.
Michigan Supreme Court Just Gave Workers a Huge Win
In great news for working families, the Michigan Supreme Court just ruled that the legislature’s move in 2018 to gut voter-initiated proposals to increase the minimum wage and provide workers guaranteed sick leave was unconstitutional.
We all witnessed the Republican-controlled legislature quite literally steal out of the pockets of Michigan workers in 2018, which means working people have been robbed of wages and sick leave for the past 5 years. This ruling is the first step in righting this wrong and making workers whole. The Michigan Supreme Court ordered the will of the people to go into effect early next year, meaning workers will soon get guaranteed paid sick leave and a steady raise in the minimum wage.
The Michigan Supreme Court had workers’ backs and put Michigan back on the path voters want for our state – one where all workers are paid a wage they can raise a family on, and are guaranteed the paid leave they need to take care of themselves and their loved ones.
Contribute to the AFT Michigan PAC Today
AFT Michigan fights for our members, students, patients and communities all year round and we need your help. Can you donate $1 a week to aid us in this fight? Please visit the AFT Michigan website to contribute and make a big difference in protecting public education and building a better Michigan future!
Latina/o Workers Leadership Institute – September 26-28, 2024
The Latina/o Worker Leadership Institute invites all workers, union or non-union, and activists from allied organizations to share ideas and grow skills for responding to the challenges facing Latina/o working persons and learn about Latina/o culture. We welcome participants from all genders and all cultural or ethnic backgrounds. With nine workshops plus a new program for kids, the Latina/o Workers Leadership Institute offers something for everyone.
Click here for more information and to register.
Become a First Book Member
Eligible AFT members can sign up to become a First Book member and get $25 off their first First Book Marketplace order by registering here and using promo code AFTCON24, while funding lasts. If you register by Aug. 9, you will also be entered into a raffle for a $100 gift certificate to First Book Marketplace—where you’ll find thousands of books and other resources for kids from birth to age 18 for free or at low cost. Don’t worry if you miss the chance to use the promo code or win the raffle; there are other funding opportunities for new First Book members you will be notified of once you join. Thank you to all current First Book members who signed up at the First Book and Reading Opens the World booth during the convention; you’ve already been entered into the $100 gift certificate raffle.
Detroit Lions Union Appreciation Day
The Detroit Lions would like to thank our local Union members through an exclusive ticket offer for the Thursday Night Game vs the Green Bay Packers. As part of this offer each ticket will include $25 in Lions Loot to be spent at the game for Food & Beverage only.
Tickets can be purchased through the link below:
https://fevo-enterprise.com/Unionoffer2024
In solidarity,
Terrence Martin
President
