What issues are motivating you to vote this year? The economy? Women’s rights? Social justice? Immigration reform? Gun violence? Share your story! Email rebecca@seiu1991.org
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Local 1991 Endorsed Candidates for Nov. 8
Election Day: November 8 Early Voting: Oct. 24 – Nov. 6 Voting hours 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Voting locations in Miami and in Broward. Click on the link for the county in which you are registered to vote. The endorsement card contains our endorsed candidates as well as a list of early voting locations. Miami-Dade Endorsements ( alsoContinue reading “Local 1991 Endorsed Candidates for Nov. 8”
Local 1991 Executive Board Elections
SEIU Local 1991 Elections of Officers and Executive Board Information In accordance with the Constitution and Bylaws of Local 1991, SEIU, elections will be conducted October through December for the following offices: President Treasurer Vice President Trustees (3) Secretary Delegates (19) Eligibility and Nominating Process Nominations shall be made at any of the following membershipContinue reading “Local 1991 Executive Board Elections”
Sam Ruiz – My Immigrant Story
Sam Ruiz is a 27-year veteran nurse in Miami today, working as a pediatric nurse transport coordinator at Jackson Memorial Hospital. But back in 1979, he was an undocumented immigrant trying to build his American dream. A native of Colombia, Ruiz entered the U.S. at the age of 23. He found work in a factory andContinue reading “Sam Ruiz – My Immigrant Story”
Are You Election Ready?
To protect our jobs, families and communities in an important election year, we have to get out and vote — and make sure everyone else we know does too.
READ ON for important dates, voting information and how to get involved!
July 9 Candidate Screening
Local 1991 Recognized at SEIU Convention
The recent SEIU convention in Detroit marked a milestone in the continued success of Local 1991, thanks in great measure to the hard work of our active members. Local 1991 was well represented by board members Martha Baker, RN, Barbara Scollon, RN, Vicki Gonzalez, RN, Maggie Pena, BSW, Denise Glass, RN, Yolanda Tecson, RN, Carla Quigley,Continue reading “Local 1991 Recognized at SEIU Convention”
Lunch & Politics April 12 &13
Local 1991’s forum for politically active members is called COPE (Committee On Political Education) It’s a great place to hear what’s going on and how to get involved in a variety of local, state and national issues. Please RSVP to rebecca@seiu1991.org to ensure adequate refreshments. This month: Jackson Main: April 12, 12-1pm in DTC 255Continue reading “Lunch & Politics April 12 &13”
Fight for $15 on April 14
On Thursday, April 14, SEIU members and allies will support thousands of actions in cities across the country to raise awareness of the minimum wage issue. There are several actions planned throughout the day in Miami-Dade and Broward counties. Find one you can support!
Wins for Workers’ Rights But Tough Fights Ahead
It was a very good week for working people. On Tuesday, the Supreme Court sided against the wealthy special interests behind the Friedrichs v California Teachers Association case, which threatened to effectively restrict the rights of teachers, firefighters, police officers, nurses and other people who serve the public to band together in a union. Why should youContinue reading “Wins for Workers’ Rights But Tough Fights Ahead”