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The coalition of UC unions condemns Trump’s attacks on the University of California and the Californian economy (8/25/25)

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August 25, 2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: The coalition of UC unions condemns Trump’s attacks on the University of California  The Coalition of UC...

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The coalition of UC unions condemns Trump’s attacks on the University of California and the Californian economy (8/25/25)

banner image displaying the logos of CNA, AFSCME 3299, SEIU-CIR, the Faculty Association, Teamsters 2010, UPTE, UC-AFT, UAW 4811, and UAPD
August 25, 2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: The coalition of UC unions condemns Trump’s attacks on the University of California  The Coalition of UC...

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CFT/UC-AFT statement on California May Revise (5/15/25)

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May 15, 2025

Following Gov. Newsom’s announcement about his revised budget, UC-AFT and our parent union CFT issued the following statement: “Today’s proposal...

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Message to Drake and the Regents, 3/20/25

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March 20, 2025

In response UC President Michael V. Drake’s March 19 announcement of a UC-wide hiring freeze, UC-AFT President Katie Rodger issued the...

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Exec. Board letter to Pres. Drake responding to OMB suspensions of federal funding – Jan. 29, 2025

January 29, 2025

Read the letter to Pres. Drake and UC Chancellors here: UC-AFT Response to EOs   January 29, 2025 Dear President...

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UC Labor Coalition calls on Pres. Drake for stronger sanctuary protections – Jan. 16, 2025

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January 16, 2025

Read the letter: 2025.01.16_UCSA_UCUC_Sanctuary   January 16, 2025 Dear President Michael V. Drake, In light of the recent election and the...

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: UC-AFT Librarians Ratify New Contract

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October 1, 2024

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: UC-AFT Librarians Ratify New Contract Media contacts: UC-AFT President Katie Rodger (408-623-2601) UC-AFT VP of Unit 17...

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UC-AFT Statement on UC Campus Climate Policy Changes

September 16, 2024

UC-AFT Statement on UC Campus Climate Policy Changes Executive Board – September 16, 2024 SUMMARY: New Speech and Assembly Regulations Threaten...

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PRESS RELEASE: UC-AFT Leaders Respond to Committee on Education and the Workforce Hearing Regarding Actions Taken by UCLA Chancellor Block

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May 22, 2024

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: UC-AFT Leaders Respond to Committee on Education and the Workforce Hearing Regarding Actions Taken by UCLA Chancellor...

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PRESS RELEASE: UC-AFT Files Unfair Labor Practice Charges Over Use of Force at Campus Protests

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May 17, 2024

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: UC-AFT Joins UC-UAW in Filing Unfair Labor Practice Charges Related to Use of Force in Campus Responses...

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Press Release: UC-AFT Joins UC-UAW in Filing Unfair Labor Practice Charges Related to Use of Force in Campus Responses to Student Protests (5/16/24)

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May 16, 2024

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: UC-AFT Joins UC-UAW in Filing Unfair Labor Practice Charges Related to Use of Force in Campus Responses...

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