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CWA launches ‘Build Broadband Better’ campaign to ensure affordability, widespread deployment by qualified union workers

CWA launches ‘Build Broadband Better’ campaign to ensure affordability, widespread deployment by qualified union workers

13 Jul, 2021

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CWA launches ‘Build Broadband Better’ campaign to ensure affordability, widespread deployment by qualified union workers

Campaign includes nationwide advocacy effort to secure fiber-optic broadband networks in low-income, rural, and Native communities.

CWA launches ‘Build Broadband Better’ campaign to ensure affordability, widespread deployment by qualified union workers

CWA supports provisions in President Biden’s Executive Order on Competitiveness that empower workers, promote Internet access

CWA supports provisions in President Biden’s Executive Order on Competitiveness that empower workers, promote Internet access

13 Jul, 2021

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CWA supports provisions in President Biden’s Executive Order on Competitiveness that empower workers, promote Internet access

The President’s Executive Order calls for the Federal Trade Commission to limit or ban non-compete agreements and for the FCC to prevent exclusivity deals or collusive arrangements that leave tenants with only one option for internet service.

CWA supports provisions in President Biden’s Executive Order on Competitiveness that empower workers, promote Internet access

Members of Alphabet Workers Union call on Google to #DropTheDeadNames

Members of Alphabet Workers Union call on Google to #DropTheDeadNames

13 Jul, 2021

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Members of Alphabet Workers Union call on Google to #DropTheDeadNames

AWU member Phares Lee tried for three years to have his deadname removed from his badge and was told by HR there was no remedy. On June 1, the union launched a petition demanding that Google create a chosen names policy that allows all workers to choose the names displayed on their badges.

Members of Alphabet Workers Union call on Google to #DropTheDeadNames

AT&T, DC AG settle overcharging lawsuit for $1.5 million

AT&T, DC AG settle overcharging lawsuit for $1.5 million

22 Jun, 2021

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AT&T, DC AG settle overcharging lawsuit for $1.5 million

The Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia alleged that AT&T overcharged District taxpayers millions of dollars by failing to comply with its long-term contract for cell phone and Internet services.

AT&T, DC AG settle overcharging lawsuit for $1.5 million

GAO finds transparency, accountability issues in FCC’s Hurricane Maria response

GAO finds transparency, accountability issues in FCC’s Hurricane Maria response

17 Jun, 2021

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GAO finds transparency, accountability issues in FCC’s Hurricane Maria response

The Government Accountability Office found that unclear federal guidance on FCC's role in disaster response might have caused confusion and delays.

GAO finds transparency, accountability issues in FCC’s Hurricane Maria response

CWA members build skills to advocate for broadband buildout and good jobs

CWA members build skills to advocate for broadband buildout and good jobs

15 Jun, 2021

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CWA members build skills to advocate for broadband buildout and good jobs

Participants discussed how public education, lobbying, and media attention can help ensure that high-speed internet connections are built where they are most needed, that corporations are held accountable for providing high quality service, and that the funds support good, union jobs in our communities.

CWA members build skills to advocate for broadband buildout and good jobs