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Supreme Court rules in Janus case
What you can do now to keep our unions strong. more
Great Lakes ULI, June 24-28, 2018
This program provides hands‑on learning of union skills and gives you a chance to exchange information with your union brothers and sisters. more
IFT passes resolution supporting efforts to prevent gun violence
The IFT Executive Board passed a special resolution supporting commonsense measures to stop gun violence. more

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What you need to know about a Fair Tax –  and who supports it
The idea of a Fair Tax system in Illinois has been gaining traction. In May, the Illinois House passed  HR 1025, a resolution in support of a “fair and progressive income tax,” but... more
Turning our emotions into action –and VOTES
For inspiration, we need only look around us to see what unions have done – and are doing – to improve lives and communities. more
Bills would repeal Rauner's 3 percent cap
A second bill to repeal the new 3 percent cap on the state’s pension liability was introduced in Springfield this week. more
IFT recommends candidates in 2018 General Election
Among those who earned IFT support are JB Pritzker and Juliana Stratton, who received the union's endorsement for Governor and Lieutenant Governor in their bid to oust Bruce Rauner... more
Show why you're sticking with your union this Labor Day
Find a Labor Day event near you. more