Union leader says popularity of local labor unions is growing

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — With the union movement growing across the country, local labor leaders are looking to get people in our community involved in organizing.

They’re holding a Union Town Hall Thursday night at the Labor Temple in Fargo to hear the concerns of the workers that they represent.

It’s an important part of their union, and one that has only become more critical amid growing union representation.

They say that the labor movement has seen huge growth in recent years across every industry, driven by innequality, and a demand for representation in the workplace.

“You know, you want to go to work, and you want to get a fair salary, good benefits, and you want to do your job well. The inequality is driving people to the unions, and unions are now as popular as they were in the late 1950’s to the early 1960’s.” AFL-CIO’s Mark Froemke said.

If you’re interested in joining a union, or forming one at your workplace, the AFL-CIO recommends reaching out to local labor leaders to find a union representing your industry.