Every morning in California — we wake up and head to work, virtually or physically – without an idea of how our day is going to go. No two days are ever the same during this pandemic. We’re fulfilling roles that we never expected to ever do, and very often … Read More
Workers across the country are preparing for “Strike for Black Lives” on July 20 – a national day of worker actions to demand racial and economic justice, including in the workplace. Working people in more than 20 cities will demand action from corporations and the government to dismantle white supremacy … Read More
We have a Tentative Agreement at St. John’s and now it’s time to vote for our new contract! We will be having a membership meeting this Wed. 7/15 at 7 p.m. to go over details of the TA. Scroll down for meeting info. and click the link below to view the … Read More
Today, SEIU members endorsed Joe Biden for President. After almost four years of a president who has put corporations and his business allies ahead of workers and our families, I’m ready to work to elect Vice President Joe Biden because he is committed to working for and with working people … Read More
We’re going to face mass unemployment if we do not compel Congress to pass a strong HEROES Act that bails out state and local governments to avoid layoffs and budget cuts. That’s the bottom line. Congress already bailed out the richest of the rich months ago with $5 trillion in taxpayer … Read More
It’s a critical year for working people. With COVID-19 still upon us and the economy collapsing around us, the stakes are higher than ever. That’s why we held a “State of the Union” – so we’re all on the same page and know the facts. Like so many other important … Read More
SEIU 721 member leader Markeitha Harris was one of speakers featured in the Los Angeles launch of the Commit to Equity campaign, which calls on California’s elected officials to take bold action to fund our communities. “Leaders in Sacramento – I am speaking to you! Show us you are with … Read More
We’re living in the new epicenter of the national COVID-19 pandemic but you wouldn’t know it given the lack of basic Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) we’re enduring on the frontlines at the LA County Department of Public Health. It’s been more than three months since California’s first COVID-19 shutdown yet … Read More
SEIU 721 members at the Antelope Valley Rehabilitation Center provide long-term treatment for Los Angeles County residents who are dealing with drug/and or alcohol abuse. The center has been described as a “recovery oasis in the desert” and no one is excluded from this state-funded program for lack of income. However, despite substance abuse … Read More