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The Iowa Federation of Labor, AFL-CIO, stands as a loyal advocate for workers’ rights and a pivotal force in shaping the political landscape of the state. With a steadfast commitment to championing the rights, welfare, and aspirations of Iowa’s workforce, the federation plays a crucial role in identifying, endorsing, and supporting candidates who share its dedication to empowering the labor community. Through strategic initiatives, grassroots mobilization, and a unified vision, the Iowa Federation of Labor, AFL-CIO, continues to contribute significantly to the election of candidates who prioritize and amplify the voices of workers across the state.

We represent over 42,000 members of 280 unions throughout Iowa.

The mission of the Iowa Federation of Labor, AFL-CIO is to improve the lives of working families—to bring economic justice to the workplace and social justice to our state and the nation.

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IOWA: Find critical voting information like how to register, locate your precinct, and where to vote.

Project 2025

Project 2025 is the 920-page document by Donald Trump and his allies that spells out what they plan to do during a Trump second term.

AFL-CIO Endorses
Mike Zimmer

Iowa Senate District 35

Lifelong Iowan, educator, coach, and Central DeWitt School Board president. I am running in the Iowa Senate District 35 Special Election to bring strong leadership to the State Senate to support Iowa’s working families.

Protecting the right to organize

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Breaking It Down for Workers

Call Out issue

Lets Corporations Union-Bust in Secret

Project 2025 includes proposals to:

Lets Employers Create Their Own Sham Company Unions

Voting 101

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For Special Elections, please confirm the polling place hours and location with the county auditor as the locations may have been consolidated or vote centers may be used.

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Any registered voter may choose to vote absentee by mail or in person in Iowa. Learn how to vote absentee by clicking the  GET DETAILS button below.

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October 21, 2024

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October 16th - November 4th, 2024

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