Action Alert: Tell Whirlpool America’s Workers Deserve a Future, Not Pink Slips

Whirlpool Corp. just announced that, effective March 9, nearly 400 more layoffs will occur at its Amana, Iowa, manufacturing facility. The IAM Union currently represents 1,300 production workers at this plant. However, more than 3,000 IAM members worked at the facility just a few years ago.

These are IAM members who build the Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag and Amana refrigerators that fill American homes. This is not a one-time setback. Less than a year ago, Whirlpool laid off approximately 250 workers at this same facility. Now the company is back with another round of pink slips and a warning that more cuts may be on the way.

Sign this petition and tell Whirlpool CEO Marc Bitzer that Iowa’s working families deserve better than broken promises and a shrinking future for their community.

Sign the Petition

Kenneth Quinnell Wed, 02/25/2026 - 10:52

Organizing Works! In the States Roundup

It's time once again to take a look at the ways working people are making progress in the states. Click on any of the links to follow the state federations on X.

California Labor Federation, AFL-CIO:

Despite the best efforts of the Trump Administration and its Big Tech billionaire allies, California union membership GREW in 2025. Organizing WORKS! #UnionizeCalifornia pic.twitter.com/FqWvBeVDmd

— California Federation of Labor Unions (@CaliforniaLabor) February 19, 2026

Illinois AFL-CIO:

Lynn LaPlante, a concert violinist and member of the Chicago Federation of Musicians, joined America's Workforce Podcast to discuss her campaign for Illinois State Representative. Full episode here: https://t.co/QgPPAHatDu pic.twitter.com/nsGE7PrXlk

— Illinois AFL-CIO (@ILAFLCIO) February 20, 2026

Maine AFL-CIO:

Mark Vigliotta, a member of the @IAM_Union, is running for Maine Senate District 33 (Lebanon, Sanford, Waterboro to Alfred) to fight for working class Mainers. Here is with the great @tmorello !https://t.co/TniOwEGvWv

— Maine AFL-CIO (@MEAFLCIO) February 23, 2026

Massachusetts AFL-CIO:

Years of organizing has delivered gains across industries as workers turn to unions time and time again in the face of attacks on their livelihoodshttps://t.co/YAzke4Ov4C

— Massachusetts AFL-CIO (@massaflcio) February 24, 2026

Michigan State AFL-CIO:

AI is coming for your job. Workers must band together to make sure AI is a tool for workers, NOT a replacement for us.

Are you ready to fight back? Join us: https://t.co/l9eV7ExTqd https://t.co/rARP6tRrcT

— Michigan AFL-CIO ✊ (@MIAFLCIO) February 24, 2026

Minnesota AFL-CIO:

Across our state there are roads, bridges, and public buildings in need of upgrades and repair. We also have highly skilled union tradespeople ready to do the work and spend their union wages in communities throughout our state. #mnleg #BetterInAUnion https://t.co/SD1F1IZNWF

— Minnesota AFL-CIO (@MNAFLCIO) February 23, 2026

Missouri AFL-CIO:

We won’t back down. 
We won’t retreat. 
Because when we fight, we win. And we are only getting STRONGER. #SolidarityForever https://t.co/whEkas3kxM

— Missouri AFL-CIO (@MOAFLCIO) February 19, 2026

Nevada State AFL-CIO:

It was great meeting with @CommishNaft to discuss ways we can work together to improve the lives of Nevada’s working families!

Thank you for your unwavering commitment to working families and for standing up every day for good jobs, fair wages, and safe working conditions! pic.twitter.com/gNQ5QEDtnX

— Nevada State AFL-CIO // Pass the #PROAct (@NVAFLCIO) February 23, 2026

New York State AFL-CIO:

Statement of NYS AFL-CIO President Mario Cilento on BLS data showing growth in the Union Movement: https://t.co/MnnIt3tn4q

— NYS AFL-CIO // #UnionStrong (@NYSAFLCIO) February 19, 2026

Oregon AFL-CIO:

Support AFSCME members and join the Rally to Save Sunstone Way! 

Tomorrow, 2.24.26 at 1pm at Sunstone Way, 54 SW Yamhill St Portland,https://t.co/jtQyeYbnpg

— Oregon AFL-CIO (@OregonAFLCIO) February 23, 2026

Pennsylvania AFL-CIO:

The Pennsylvania AFL-CIO joins communities across our Commonwealth in mourning the passing of Reverend Jessie Jackson, a steadfast voice for justice and a tireless advocate for workers’ rights. pic.twitter.com/zxDIyKqr3N

— PA AFL-CIO (@PaAFL_CIO) February 17, 2026

Texas AFL-CIO:

“Instead of waiting for a savior, the working class is just going to save itself.” (via @HoustonChron)

Ft. @TaylorRehmetTX, @VelezforTexas, @JoseLoya_TX, @rableforwesttx #txlege

Read more: https://t.co/5aP97wiWfu

— Texas AFL-CIO (@TexasAFLCIO) February 23, 2026

Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO:

Applications are now open for 2026 Path to Power. Apply by 3/13! ✊ https://t.co/BrpvDLUwnx

— Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO (@WAAFLCIO) February 23, 2026

Kenneth Quinnell Tue, 02/24/2026 - 14:20