The
Allegheny County Labor Council (in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania)
is a local branch of the American Federation of Labor and Congress
of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO).
The Council was issued its charter in 1961. It was formed from the
merger of two pre-existing AFL central labor bodies and two
pre-existing CIO central labor bodies.
The Labor Council
represents the collective interest of its affiliated unions and of
the working people of Allegheny County. It consists of affiliated
unions that designate delegates who elect an executive board and
conduct Labor Council business at monthly meetings.
The Labor Council
helps local unions within its jurisdiction with various organizing
campaigns, community services, civil rights issues, and work with
charity organizations. The Labor Council also lobbies with local
politicians on issues of concern to workers. The ACLC believes that
it is essential for all voters to have the necessary information for
making educated political choices. The Council plays an invaluable
role in the struggle of the AFL-CIO to improve the standard of
living for working people.
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