Pride Month Profiles: Dennis Delozier

For Pride Month this year, the AFL-CIO is spotlighting various LGBTQ+ workers who have worked and continue to work at the intersection of civil and labor rights in the United States. Today's profile is Dennis Delozier of the Laborers (LIUNA).

Dennis Delozier is a 35-year member of LIUNA Local 238. He spent his career working long hours doing industrial concrete, but he always made an effort to attend union meetings. Delozier retired in 2013 and has stayed active with Local 238, consistently volunteering for Laborers Rising events and political door knocking. He has done an excellent job as president of the retirees committee, bringing retirees’ concerns to the union’s attention.

Kenneth Quinnell Wed, 06/10/2026 - 09:30

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Pride Month Profiles: Rah Cantatore

For Pride Month this year, the AFL-CIO is spotlighting various LGBTQ+ workers who have worked and continue to work at the intersection of civil and labor rights in the United States. Today's profile is Rah Cantatore of the International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers (IFPTE).

Rah Cantatore has served as vice president for dispute resolution at IFPTE Local 1921 since 2021. Cantatore leads and trains a network of stewards representing employees who find themselves in conflict with management, and they do so with skill, integrity and warmth. At a challenging time for transgender professionals, Cantatore serves as an example of solidarity in action by advocating for others while living openly and fiercely as themselves.

Kenneth Quinnell Tue, 06/09/2026 - 09:57

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