Alameda Labor Council, AFL CIO

06/02/2026

Today is Election Day and your vote matters.

Early returns in Alameda County account for less than 15% of registered voters. That means this election will be decided by the people who show up today.

Don’t let corporate interests drown out the voices and needs of working people. Vote the entire ballot, including local candidates and local measures that directly impact our communities, workplaces, and public services.

Labor votes. And when working people vote together, we win for all working families.

Make a plan, cast your ballot, and remind your friends, family, and coworkers to do the same.

05/24/2026

Election Day is just 11 days away. 11-day voting centers are now open, and ballot drop boxes are available throughout Oakland. Find the location closest to you at acvote.org.

At a time of increasing attacks on working people, it’s important that we organize in every arena available to us, including at the ballot box. Voting is one of many tools we have to defend and improve the conditions of working people.

Check out our voter guide and make your plan to vote early.

05/20/2026

Yes on E to protect essential services in Oakland and keep our community running strong.

05/18/2026

Vote early - vote today!

Lost your ballot or never received one? Call 510-272-6973.

05/16/2026

Let’s Invest in Oakland!

05/15/2026

Vote early - vote today!
Lost your ballot or never got one? Call 510-272-6973.

05/15/2026

has called all shoppers to BOYCOTT REI from May 15th to May 25th during the store’s biggest annual sale.

Don’t shop with REI, in-store or online, to show REI’s leadership that the community won’t stand for any more union busting.

No contract, no gear!

05/14/2026

05/04/2026

and .hq members rallied outside the state capitol today to save California science research and funding. Union doctors, researchers, and academics are central to California’s leadership in developing cutting-edge breakthroughs and life-saving research.

05/03/2026

Tomorrow, May 4, join thousands of workers and community members to stand up for science and scientists! We’re rallying at noon to demand Governor Newsom place the California Health & Science Research Bond on the 2026 ballot.

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