Dear Neighbor,
It’s been a busy two weeks at the Capitol. We’ve passed our first committee deadline and we’re nearly halfway through the abbreviated, 10 week legislation session. I’ve been encouraged by all of the great constituent groups coming to tell us what issues matter to them.
Addressing Disparities
Yesterday I attended a press conference on the United Black Legislative Agenda and had a discussion with a large group of advocates about their legislative package. We are championing several proposals, from banning private prisons and restoring voting rights for felons, to helping black owned businesses and programs to help new African immigrants get jobs.
I’m proud to be a coauthor of these bills. The disparities in our district and across the state need to be addressed. I’ll continue to push for changes that will help the people of our community and across Minnesota. These initiatives help all Minnesotans do better--together.
Union Job and Resource Fair
One way to decrease economic inequalities and improve incomes is through good-paying jobs. I would like to invite everyone to the first-ever Union Job and Resource Fair will be held on Thursday, April 14, 2016 from 3:00-7:00p m at the East Side Freedom Library.
Employers will be hiring for union positions in such fields as construction, manufacturing, government, school building custodial and food service work, Healthcare, hospitality and retail. Union representatives will be on hand to discuss “earn-while-you-learn” high-quality paid vocational training opportunities and answer questions. Information will be available on the advantages of union membership, neighborhood and national union history, and record expungement. The event is designed not only for ready-to-hire job seekers, but for young people exploring how to build their career paths in the future and even people wondering: “What is a union? What do they do?” People who speak many languages will be available to greet and interpret at the event. Positively EVERYONE is welcome to attend.
The event is hosted by a team of partnering organizations: labor organizations, cultural and employment service agencies, the City of St. Paul, District 5 and District 1 Planning Councils and the East Side Freedom Library.
What: Union Job and Resource Fair
Where: East Side Freedom Library - 1105 Greenbrier Street
When: Thursday, April 14, 2016
As always, feel free to contact me with your thoughts and concerns.
Sincerely,
Sheldon Johnson