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Southwest Washington Central Labor Council

Election results: Mostly wins for labor-backed candidates in SW Washington

The Southwest Washington Central Labor Council saw three of its four endorsed candidates win in Washington’s Nov. 7 election.

Labor champions of SW Washington

A second annual Southwest Washington Labor Awards dinner honored individuals and organizations for their service to labor.

A new ambassador for labor in Southwest Washington

Shaun Gundert, a high school science teacher and member of Evergreen Education Association, was elected as SWWACLC president.

SW Washington Labor Council needs president

It's the top position at an organization that represents the interests of 17,000 members of 51 affiliated local unions.

Myers ends WSLC campaign

Shannon Myers' decision leaves Cherika Carter unopposed for the number two office at the Washington State Labor Council.

SAG-AFTRA officer moves on

Union actor Harold Phillips is wrapping up a run as a Portland-area labor activist after close to three decades in the city.

Primary propels SW Washington labor candidates on to November

Every labor-backed candidate in SW Washington’s Aug. 2 primary will advance to the general election, and two ballot measures were approved.

A Union Guide to Washington’s August 2022 primary

This union-focused ballot guide for Southwest Washington keeps it simple: It only lists candidates who have at least one union endorsement.

To Zoom or not to Zoom: Labor navigates a return to in-person meetings

Some local labor organizations see an argument for hybrid meetings, which incorporate in-person and virtual attendance options.

Washington AFL-CIO president won’t run again

Southwest Washington union officer Shannon Myers and WSLC’s political director Cherika Carter will contest for the number two spot.

Labor heroes honored at sold-out Vancouver Hilton awards dinner

For Southwest Washington’s labor community, it was the first full-sized live labor gathering since the pandemic.

SW Washington Central Labor Council elects new set of officers

All told SWWACLC represents 17,000 members of 51 affiliated local unions in Clark, Skamania, and west Klickitat counties.

Labor tallies election wins in Southwest Washington

In the Nov. 2 election, all but one of the city and school board candidates endorsed by the SW Washington Central Labor Council won office.

A union guide to the 2021 general election for Southwest Washington

Washington’s 2021 general election determines who leads city councils and school districts. Ballots are mailed Oct. 15 and are due Nov. 2.

Labor-endorsed candidates advance in Southwest Washington primary

All six candidates endorsed by the SW Washington CLC will go on to the November general election, and five were the top vote-getters. 

A union guide to the 2021 primary election for Southwest Washington

Washington’s 2021 primary helps determine city councils and school districts. Ballots are mailed July 16 and must be postmarked by Aug. 3.

Management bloat: At Clark College, more administrators, fewer staff 

Unions say ongoing budget cuts are part of a pattern that is undermining Clark College’s ability to provide a quality education.

SW Washington Labor Council hands out 650 boxes of food in 45 minutes

The council has been operating a food bank since just before Christmas for 152 union members who were laid off because of COVID-19.

Southwest Washington Central Labor Council launches new podcast

Working to Live in Southwest Washington will launch Sept. 5. The plan is to talk with local newsmakers about kitchen table issues.

A union guide to Washington’s Aug. 4 primary election

Ballots will be mailed July 17 and must be return postmarked by Aug. 4. The top two vote getters, regardless of party preference, go on to the November general election.