1199SEIU New Jersey

Statement from 1199SEIU on the Trump Administration’s illegal war on Iran.

a purple background graphic with the big title font reading, “KEEP HOPE ALIVE.” Next to it the quote is attributed to Rev. Jesse Jackson, 1941–2026. Underneath is an archival photo of Rev. Jesse Jackson speaking at an 1199 event.

a purple text graphic with the official statement on the passing of Rev. Jesse Jackson from 1199SEIU President Yvonne Armstrong. The full statement can be read at the following link: https://digital.1199seiu.org/RJJ-Statement-021726

The healthcare workers of 1199SEIU mourn the passing of Rev. Jesse Jackson, an extraordinary leader whose contributions to the labor and civil rights movements bridged generations. — Yvonne Armstrong, 1199SEIU President

Full Statement: digital.1199seiu.org/RJJ-Statemen...

“I have a work permit in the United States, but that is not enough for ICE…just because you have brown skin, they are stopping you.”

This is the reality under this admin. ICE is being used as a weapon of terror: pushing parents out of work, destabilizing families, & traumatizing entire communities.

a graphic for Lunar New Year 2026: the Year of the Horse. Featuring a light yellow background with yellow lanterns behind, there is a purple and red gradient horse in the center. The purple heading reads, “Happy Lunar New Year,” and the footing reads, “2026 Year of the Horse,” with a gold 1199SEIU font in the bottom-left corner.

Happy Lunar New Year, 1199ers! 🌕

may the year of the horse bring u great solidarity ✊ and red envelopes! 🧧😇

Shout out to the Senators who voted to block unchecked ICE and Border Patrol funding.
This is what accountability looks like.
No blank checks for ICE. 👏🏼

a victory graphic for our 1199SEIU-endorsed candidate, Analilia Mejía, featuring her photo in the center in full color. The background of the photo is purple gradient. Text on top reads, “Analilia Mejía” and “VICTORY!” underneath. Centered at the bottom is a white 1199SEIU logo.

a text graphic with a two-tone purple background and a quote symbol on the upper left to signify a quoted press release attributed to Andy Cassagnol, EVP of 1199SEIU New Jersey. The graphic’s message is of congratulatory nature in response to Analilia Mejía’s victory in the NJ-11 special election. A non-graphic copy of the press release can be read on the 1199SEIU website.

Congratulations @analiliafornj.bsky.social!

Your grassroots campaign showed what working people can accomplish when we unite behind candidates who uncompromisingly champion the needs of our communities.

We’re excited to be in #MejiaMode from now through the special election in April! ✊

we shoulda taken more photos in the fight against healthcare cuts, threatened job security, and a fascist government 📸

Volunteer with us by signing up here: digital.1199seiu.org/NJvolunteer

Analilia played a key role in the successful fight for a $15 minimum wage in New Jersey and has dedicated her career to organizing working people and empowering marginalized communities. She is endorsed by Bernie Sanders and backed by a broad coalition of labor unions and progressive organizations.

A purple background graphic with a photo of Analilia Mejia, who is running for Congress NJ-11 to fill the seat vacated by Governor Mikie Sherrill. 1199SEIU is proud to endorse Mejia and put our support towards her campaign.

1199SEIU has proudly endorsed Analilia Mejia, a longtime organizer and labor leader, in the NJ-11 Democratic special election to fill the seat vacated by Governor Mikie Sherrill.

Our healthcare union is honored to stand with @analiliafornj.bsky.social and commit our full support to her campaign. ✊

David Huerta's courage in standing with immigrant workers embodies the best of America’s democratic values. It's how we show up for our neighbors, coworkers, & families. It's how we peacefully fight back as this administration turns its military on its own people. #JusticeForDavid
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1199SEIU condemns Trump Admin’s decision to stop classifying nursing and other healthcare degrees as “professional”. — @1199pres.1199seiu.org

For generations, Native American workers have led movements for justice.

We honor the Indigenous leaders who have taught us what resilience looks like and we carry their fight forward in every act of solidarity.

#HonorThoseWhoCameFirst

Don't Buy Starbucks! At any location, today and beyond, while workers are on ULP strike!

As of this morning, Starbucks workers across the country are officially ON STRIKE. And we're prepared for this to become the biggest and longest ULP strike in Starbucks history.

Say #NoContractNoCoffee with us: DON'T BUY STARBUCKS for the duration of our open-ended ULP strike! $SBUX

The plane has landed!! 🛬

Congratulations to our Governor-elect @mikiesherrill.bsky.social! Shout out to all the 1199ers who have canvassed with us this season! You guys made this happen! #1199votes

I’m here in New Jersey with the powerful workers of @1199seiu.org saying loud and proud “LET’S LAND THIS.”

We are proud to stand beside @mikiesherrill.bsky.social for governor of New Jersey. ✊🏿

There’s no time for business as usual. ‼️ Those in power in D.C., who are pushing an anti-worker/pro-billionaire agenda are counting on our silence and inaction to allow their plans to succeed. But that is not who we are. — the Sept-Oct issue of the 1199Mag, will be hitting mailboxes next week! 📬

This happened in ruby red Lakewood, New Jersey!

Nearly 400 anti fascists turned out to say #NoKings!

The Ocean County Visibility Brigade can’t thank everyone who put in the work enough.

#NoKingsLakewood
#NoKingsDayOct18th
Part 1

Not 1 sandwich was thrown.

No one from DHS burst into tears at the sight of someone dressed as a 🐸

In 150 minutes we had 700 cars honk to support & a dozen flip us the bird.
Part 2

We want to give a special shoutout to our friends @nj.1199seiu.org for bringing their fire!

A black and purple gradient background with text that looks like spooky green and black slime reading, "Union Busting is Disgusting". At the bottom reads, "Happy Halloween!" with an 1199SEIU logo centered underneath.

Happy Halloween, 1199ers! 👻 if you still need a costume, the scariest thing you could be today is a union buster! Aghhh 🫣

No Kings! No Cuts! 1199ers across the east coast united because we're not allowing billionaires to dismantle our healthcare! ✊ #NoKings ❌👑

#1199DigitalWave 🌊

did you spot your city or institition? 👀 reply below with #NoKings(YourCity)

#1199DigitalActivists 💾

All across Florida, the message is clear - families first, not billionaires. #NoKings @1199seiu.org #1u

This is America, 7 million strong fighting back! #NoKings #1u

#NOKINGS DAY! 🗣️ 1199ers from Miami, FL to Watertown, NY to Jersey City, NJ to Mineola, Long Island are not allowing billionaires to dismantle our healthcare! ✊ @florida.1199seiu.org @nj.1199seiu.org

Happy #NoKings Day, Washington, DC!

Two environmentalists, Eleana (right) and Linda (center, wearing an inflatable green frog costume) pose for a photo at the No Kings rally. The sign says “frogs - yes. Fascism - no.”

Senator Andy Kim speaks at the Jersey City No Kings rally.

Amazing turnout at the No Kings rally in #jerseycity this morning to stand up and fight back against authoritarianism. Thank you @knittygrittyjc.bsky.social for organizing, and all who came out to support! @njwfp.bsky.social @nj.1199seiu.org @32bjseiu.bsky.social @courtneywalker.bsky.social

feeling at home within the @seiu.org API Caucus makes us happy ☺️ #APIPower #RootedInHeritage #RisingInPower ✊ @seiuhcmnia.bsky.social ✨

Yvonne Armstrong, @1199pres.1199seiu.org, released the following statement on the Federal Government Shutdown: 
 
Full statement: digital.1199seiu.org/46yzR41