Campaign Update: Haley

What up, Chicago!

My name is Haley Leibovitz and I am absolutely thrilled to be working with the AFL-CIO this summer with the six other interns and our site coordinator, Rae!

I am a rising junior at Roosevelt University in the heart of Chicago, where I double major in History and Political science and minor in Women and Gender Studies.

I have been a dedicated feminist for quite some time now and most of my community work reflects this! I have been an active member in the Chicago Next Generation chapter of The National Council of Jewish Women, a group that does progressive feminist outreach, community service, and advocacy. This past year, I was also very involved in my university's Feminists United organization.

I came to the labor movement this past fall while working for a labor-endorsed candidate for Illinois State Representative in the primary. It was my first foray into politics and I became involved because I believed in the vision my candidate has for working families. The real honor, however, was getting to work alongside the passionate AFSCME Retirees who came in everyday to make phone calls, go door-to-door, and give guidance to our young campaign staff. I am forever appreciative for the experience I received and knowledge I gained while working with union organizers and members.

This summer I hope to continue my passion for making a difference through political change by working on issues that are important to working folks all over Chicagoland. By working with the great team of interns, we hope to lift up the voices of young workers, who are some of the most unemployed and underemployed peoples in the country.

Stay tuned for all the great actions we are going to be a part of this summer and keep your eyes peeled for opportunities to join us!