It’s been a surprisingly busy week in Tallahassee as a significant court ruling impacting the November ballot came down right before Florida voters take up their first opportunity this year to weigh in on the Sunshine State’s elected officials and ultimate direction. Meanwhile, the organizing continues at the local level for Labor 2026, and the Voting Rights Act of 1965 turns 61. Let’s get into it.

Welcome to another edition of the Florida AFL-CIO’s weekly Florida Labor Letter for the week of 9/18. Election Day is just under 50 days away, a time that feels much farther than it actually is, so our working families have been up and at em this week registering, canvassing, and more! Let’s get into it.

It’s been a surprisingly busy week in Tallahassee as a significant court ruling impacting the November ballot came down right before Florida voters take up their first opportunity this year to weigh in on the Sunshine State’s elected officials and ultimate direction. Meanwhile, the organizing continues at the local level for Labor 2026, and the Voting Rights Act of 1965 turns 61. Let’s get into it.