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Workers at US Infrastructure Corporation (USIC), who mark the streets for Con Edison and National Grid before they dig, voted overwhelmingly 113-57 in favor of remaining members CWA Local 1101.

Miami, FL

NYC Parking Production Assistants win first union contract.

Major wins for workers in New York, New Jersey, New England in the 2018 Midterm Elections.

Across New York City and New York State, CWA and New York’s working people won big in last Thursday’s Primary Election, and it’s thanks in large part to the incredible work by CWA members.

Agreement Includes 11.2% Wage Increases and Stronger Retirement Benefits

Two years after historic strike, workers see continued gains in new four-year deal with Verizon

In a year of critical elections at both the State and Federal level that will have a massive impact on the legislative prospects of working people, the Communications Workers of America, District 1, has endorsed six New York State Senate candidates in critical races across the state:

CWA District 1 has made a number of endorsements in New York State legislative campaigns coming up this year, including key races for Governor, Comptroller, and Attorney General.

The Supreme Court's ruling in Janus v AFSCME highlights how absolutely vital this year’s elections are. We have the power to fight back by sticking together in our union, and using our voices at the polls this November. We will not let corporate greed reduce our rights and take away the will of working people.

Gov. Cuomo has called for 11 special elections for vacant seats in the NY State Senate and Assembly with the election set for April 24. D1 is pleased to endorse several candidates.

In a big victory, CWA reached a settlement with Verizon requiring the company to repair 54 central offices across the state, replace bad cable and defective equipment, and more. 

Midterm Elections are eight months away and the stakes are high, especially for working people.

Thousands of CWA members in more than 30 cities across the country took to the streets on Saturday, February 24 for the Working People's Day of Action to demand an end to an economy that's rigged in favor of the wealthiest and most powerful.

Fight the attack on public sector unions! Saturday, February 24.