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Crisis Conversation: The Human Cost of the Government Shutdown

Stand With America's Workers

When the government shuts down, workers and families pay the price. Join us for a deep dive into the power struggles, paycheck disruptions, and political games threatening America's workforce.

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Join the Discussion

This urgent discussion will unpack how shutdown politics are weaponized to weaken organized labor, destabilize public services, and silence the very people who keep our nation running. Together, we'll explore what solidarity and action look like when labor is on the line.

MEET THE SPEAKERS

Derrick Johnson - NAACP

Derrick Johnson

President & CEO, NAACP

Robin Williams

Robin Williams

Chair, NAACP National Labor Committee

Claude Cummings - NAACP Board of Directors

Claude Cummings

President, CWA

Appollos Baker

Appollos Baker

Community Liaison, AFGE

Kyru Crymes

Kyru Crymes

National Civic Engagement Director, SEIUĀ 

Kenny Diggs

Kenny Diggs

Assistant Political Director, AFSCME

Butler-Reed, Keturah

Keturah Butler-Reed

National Training and Campaign Manager, Youth & College Division, NAACP

Rattigan Marie

Marie Rattigan

National Field Organizer, Youth & College Division, NAACP

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