We the People Wednesdays Action for July 2, 2025

Philadelphia’s largest city workers’ union is on strike.  AFSCME District Council 33 represents 9,000 employees ranging from sanitation workers to crossing guards.

Just a few weeks ago, the city government passed massive tax cuts for businesses and corporations, all while the city is becoming more expensive to live in for working class people. And now, the city is claiming it can’t give its essential workers the raise and benefits they deserve.

The city’s most recent proposal to DC 33 would increase out-of-pocket healthcare costs, weaken sick leave policies, and raise wages by rates lower than inflation, resulting in a pay cut.   If we can afford tax cuts for the wealthiest corporations and richest people in this city, then we can afford to give the workers who make the city run a fair contract.

ACTION:

Write to Mayor Cherelle Parker. Sample text:

Please support Philly striking workers’ request for decent wages and benefits.

Be sure to include your name and zip code.

Mayor Cherelle Parker

City Hall, Office 215

Philadelphia, PA 19107