Over the past year, RWDSU Local 1102 made a bold decision. Instead of waiting for their contracts to expire at three Flying Food Group locations, they strategically worked towards opening them a full year early, an uncommon step that spoke volumes about the strength they had built through solidarity and action. It was a clear message: we are ready, and we are united.

At three busy facilities operated by Flying Food Group, something powerful was taking shape, and it didn’t begin at the bargaining table – it began on the shop floor. In conversations between coworkers, in meetings after shifts, in the steady understanding that when members stand together, they can move mountains.

And that unity, delivered…

RWDSU Local 338 proudly congratulates Angie Finerty, a longtime shop steward at the Bayside Stop & Shop, who was recently honored by Congresswoman Grace Meng for her many years of service and dedication to working people.

Angie, a 38-year member, was recognized at an event celebrating union members from across the labor movement, including representatives from the IBEW, Carpenters, and other building trades. She was the only honoree representing retail workers and one of the longest-serving shop stewards in attendance…

“This announcement by the USDA is a dangerous step that puts corporate profits over the lives and safety of the essential workers who keep our food supply chain running. By proposing to permanently increase line speeds and remove critical worker safety oversight, the USDA is knowingly inviting a surge in workplace injuries and fatalities in an industry that is already among the most hazardous in the country.

“Increasing line speeds in poultry and pork plants is a recipe for disaster. We know from decades of experience that faster line speeds lead directly to more repetitive motion injuries, more amputations, and more life-altering accidents. Forcing workers to keep pace with ever-accelerating machinery doesn’t just endanger the people on the line, it also compromises the safety of the food on our tables – no question…

On February 18, 2026, an impactful Stewards Training was held in Kansas City, Missouri, reinforcing one of the most important investments a union can make: developing strong, informed workplace leaders.

The training brought together members of RWDSU Local 184L representing workers at Mars (formerly Kellanova) who make Cheez-It and other cracker products, along with members of RWDSU Local 125 who work at Coca-Cola and the National Beef company.

Shop stewards are the frontline of our union. They are the first call when a member has a question, a concern, or needs representation. They enforce the contract, protect workers’ rights, and serve as the bridge between the membership and union leadership.

Taking the time to hold steward trainings is not just about reviewing procedures;  it’s about building confidence, sharpening skills, and strengthening solidarity. When stewards are well-resourced, members are better represented. When members feel supported and protected, our union grows stronger.

Steward development is an investment in RWDSU’s future. Every trained steward strengthens contract enforcement, increases workplace unity, and builds leadership from within. By equipping members with the tools and knowledge they need, we are not only addressing today’s challenges, we are preparing for tomorrow’s fights…

Every election year, workers across the country make their voices heard at work, at home, and in their communities. But one of the most powerful ways you can influence the issues that affect your job, your family, and your future is by voting. And it all starts with voter registration.

Voting isn’t just a right – it’s a responsibility. Your vote helps shape decisions about things like the national minimum wage, workplace safety, healthcare, access to quality education, and retirement security. Elected officials at all levels of government set policy on issues that directly affect working people. When you register and show up at the polls, you are making sure your voice, and the voices of your coworkers, your neighbors, and your friends are heard.

But here’s the catch: you have to be registered before your state’s deadline to be eligible to vote. Each state has its own rules about when and how to register, and many of these deadlines are weeks before Election Day.

🔗 Check or register your voter status or find your voter registration deadlines:
➡️ Vote.gov – Register or Check Your Registration Status
Use this official tool to register, update your address, or confirm that your registration is active. Deadlines vary by state — make sure you know the one that applies to you:
https://www.vote.gov/register

The Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union (RWDSU) announced its endorsement of Antonio Reynoso for New York’s 7th Congressional District (NY-7). The endorsement highlights Reynoso’s career-long commitment to New York’s working families and his proven record of standing on the front lines with union members in their fight for dignity, safety, and fair contracts. From his tenure as an organizer to his time in the New York City Council and his leadership as Borough President, Antonio Reynoso has consistently demonstrated that he understands the needs of the people who move New York’s economy. Whether advocating for affordable housing or championing landmark worker protections, Reynoso has never wavered in his support for the labor movement and RWDSU members.

The Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union (RWDSU) issued the following statement on the endorsement:

“Antonio Reynoso isn’t just a supporter of labor; he is a partner who shows up when the stakes are highest. When our members at Barnes & Noble were at the bargaining table fighting for the fair contract, Antonio was right there with us, lending his voice and his office to our members. He understands that a strong New York depends on strong unions, and we know he will bring that same grit and dedication to the halls of Congress. Antonio has spent his life fighting for the people of Brooklyn and Queens, and the RWDSU is proud to stand with him as he takes that fight to Washington.”

Antonio Reynoso, Brooklyn Borough President and Candidate for Congress in NY-7, said: “Thank you to the hardworking people of RWDSU for trusting me to represent you in Washington. As greedy corporations continue to put the bottom line over workers' lives, it is more important than ever to stand with union labor in the fight to topple the oligarchy. I’ve been so proud to work alongside RWDSU throughout my career and am grateful to have their support as we take the fight to DC.”