Union Women

10/28/2026

In the sentencing hearing of former USA Gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar, Judge Rosemarie Aquilina did something incredibly unusual: She vowed to let every one of Nassar’s victims speak. And they did. Over 150 women and girls took the witness stand to explain the pain and trauma that Nassar’s sexual abuse had caused them. Many spoke of not being believed when they came forward with their stories—by parents, coaches, friends, police, USA Gymnastics or the United States Olympic Committee.

Many have compared Aquilina to a therapist, as she spoke after each victim statement, offering words of support and encouragement. “You are no longer victims, you are survivors,” she told the women on Wednesday.

By giving the floor to these women and girls, many commentators believe Aquilina has not only created space for them to heal from their trauma, but also made a powerful case for believing victims when they come forward.

Aquilina has sentenced Larry Nassar to 40 to 175 years in prison.

10/28/2026

She founded the United Farm Workers with Cesar Chavez. In early 2026, she told The Times that she had been r***d by him decades earlier. She was 96.

10/27/2026

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10/27/2026

OMB memo M-27-1 says that in light of that settlement, three policy statements the administration issued during last fall’s record-long shutdown are “rescinded in full and are no longer operative.” Continues, link in comments

OMB Formally Drops Using a Shutdown as a Basis for RIFs

The Trump administration has formally dropped its policy of treating a government shutdown as grounds for laying off federal employees, following a recent settlement in a lawsuit brought by a coalition of federal employee unions.

OMB memo M-27-1 says that in light of that settlement, three policy statements the administration issued during last fall’s record-long shutdown are “rescinded in full and are no longer operative.” Continues, link in comments ...

10/27/2026

Holly McLaughlin of Local 600 and the Women’s Caucus is sharing a message about the importance of taking care of ourselves:
“If you find yourself stressed or struggling, never underestimate the power of your community, and don’t hesitate to use the resources available through your employer and our union. When we take care of ourselves, the whole person, every area of our life benefits.”
Remember that the UWUA now has a mental health hotline available for members 24/7. Save the number now so you have it when you need it!