Don Villar (@donvillar) 's Twitter Profile
Don Villar

@donvillar

Secretary-Treasurer, Chicago Federation of Labor, former President, NABET-CWA Local 41, veteran News Producer/Writer, Lawyer.

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Alice Yin (@byaliceyin) 's Twitter Profile Photo

I cover City Hall for the Chicago Tribune. Our owner wants to replace my work with AI. But AI doesn’t possess the human connection or understanding of the complicated labyrinth of Chicago politics to hold officials accountable. I refuse. Chicago Tribune Guild

I cover City Hall for the Chicago Tribune. Our owner wants to replace my work with AI. But AI doesn’t possess the human connection or understanding of the complicated labyrinth of Chicago politics to hold officials accountable. I refuse. <a href="/CTGuild/">Chicago Tribune Guild</a>
Teamsters (@teamsters) 's Twitter Profile Photo

The Teamsters Union commends Gov. J.B. Pritzker for signing the Illinois Worker Freedom of Speech Act into law. The legislation bans mandatory attendance at captive audience meetings, which is a key state legislative priority for the Teamsters. In the last two years, seven

The Teamsters Union commends Gov. J.B. Pritzker for signing the Illinois Worker Freedom of Speech Act into law.

The legislation bans mandatory attendance at captive audience meetings, which is a key state legislative priority for the Teamsters. In the last two years, seven
UNITE HERE Local 1 (@uniteherelocal1) 's Twitter Profile Photo

STRIKE ALERT ‼️ Today, Thompson Chicago banquet department workers voted to authorize a strike. These workers have been without a union contract for over a year. A strike could be called at anytime. #chicago #1u

STRIKE ALERT ‼️
Today, <a href="/ThompsonChicago/">Thompson Chicago</a> banquet department workers voted to authorize a strike. These workers have been without a union contract for over a year. A strike could be called at anytime. #chicago #1u
Bob Reiter (@bobreiterjr) 's Twitter Profile Photo

"Chicago is the hometown of the American Labor Movement, and this DNC is union strong," said [⁦Chicago Federation of Labor⁩] President Bob Reiter. cbsnews.com/news/democrati…

TeriGage (@gage_teri) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Pullman made the list ... I think Eugene Debs would be pleased :-) 10 Things To Do in Chicago That Aren't Taking Pictures at the Bean—and Don't Involve Giving Money to Large Corporations - In These Times

Pullman made the list ... I think Eugene Debs would be pleased :-)

10 Things To Do in Chicago That Aren't Taking Pictures at the Bean—and Don't Involve Giving Money to Large Corporations - In These Times
IAM Union (@iam_union) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Proud of the courage and solidarity shown by IAM Union District 751 and W24 members at Boeing! We’re regrouping, strategizing, and fighting for a brighter future. Together, we rise. #OurFutureOurFight goiam.org/news/iam-union…

AFL-CIO ✊ (@aflcio) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Trump's attack on overtime pay is just another way he's siding with corporate greed over hardworking Americans. Workers see through the lies and aren’t buying his BS anymore— and we’re fighting back.

AFL-CIO ✊ (@aflcio) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Darrin Kelly, President of the Allegheny-Fayette Central Labor Council Council, fired up the crowd during Saturday’s canvass. He knows what’s at stake. Union members know what’s at stake. Pennsylvania knows what’s at stake. Let’s get to work!

UNITE HERE Local 26 (@unitehere26) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Strikers take care of each other on the picket line by bringing food for their co-workers. Hotel workers are the OGs when int comes to showing hospitality! ❤️

Strikers take care of each other on the picket line by bringing food for their co-workers. Hotel workers are the OGs when int comes to showing hospitality! ❤️
Letter Carriers (@nalc_national) 's Twitter Profile Photo

The National Association of Letter Carriers, AFL-CIO and the United States Postal Service have reached tentative agreement on a new collective-bargaining agreement for city letter carriers. In accordance with Article 16 of the NALC Constitution, the agreement will be subject to

The National Association of Letter Carriers, AFL-CIO and the United States Postal Service have reached tentative agreement on a new collective-bargaining agreement for city letter carriers. In accordance with Article 16 of the NALC Constitution, the agreement will be subject to
Chicago Federation of Labor (@chicagolabor) 's Twitter Profile Photo

CFL Secretary-Treasurer Don Villar will be giving the keynote address, and IUOE Local 399 Business Representative Jesus Ramirez and @ChiWomenNTrades will be honored! Purchase tickets here: actionnetwork.org/ticketed_event… 2/2

SMART Union (@smartunionworks) 's Twitter Profile Photo

SMART military spotlight: Jose Rodriguez served as an aircraft mechanic on UH and AH helicopters in the United States Army. Now, he’s building our nation as a member of Local 359 in Phoenix, Ariz. Thank you for your lifetime of service!

SMART military spotlight: Jose Rodriguez served as an aircraft mechanic on UH and AH helicopters in the United States Army. Now, he’s building our nation as a member of Local 359 in Phoenix, Ariz. Thank you for your lifetime of service!
LIUNA (@liuna) 's Twitter Profile Photo

#LIUNA Apprenticeship offers a pathway into the middle class, setting you up for a career in construction with great pay, benefits, and a comfortable retirement! Find out more about our apprenticeship programs here: liunatraining.org/careers-and-ap… #NationalApprenticeshipWeek #NAW2024

#LIUNA Apprenticeship offers a pathway into the middle class, setting you up for a career in construction with great pay, benefits, and a comfortable retirement!

Find out more about our apprenticeship programs here: liunatraining.org/careers-and-ap…
#NationalApprenticeshipWeek #NAW2024
Labor Notes (@labornotes) 's Twitter Profile Photo

NEW: A majority of the 1,000 auto workers at the car battery park Blue Oval in Glendale, Kentucky, have signed union cards to join the UAW Luis Feliz Leon reports: labornotes.org/2024/11/kentuc…

Chicago Federation of Labor (@chicagolabor) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Good News in Chicago!!!! The Chicago Tribune Guild won its first contract from Alden Global Capital after six years of bargaining! The new contract secures substantial economic gains and 21st-century workplace protections for members as they continue to keep Chicago informed and accountable.

Good News in Chicago!!!!

The <a href="/CTGuild/">Chicago Tribune Guild</a> won its first contract from Alden Global Capital after six years of bargaining! The new contract secures substantial economic gains and 21st-century workplace protections for members as they continue to keep Chicago informed and accountable.
Chicago Federation of Labor (@chicagolabor) 's Twitter Profile Photo

On Nov. 7, our own Don Villar was honored with the Rerum Novarum award from University of Saint Mary of the Lake! Don lives his faith every day, fighting for dignity, respect, the right to organize, and to a living wage! Join us in saying: Congratulations Don! Well Deserved!

On Nov. 7, our own Don Villar was honored with the Rerum Novarum award from University of Saint Mary of the Lake!

Don lives his faith every day, fighting for dignity, respect, the right to organize, and to a living wage! 

Join us in saying: Congratulations Don! Well Deserved!