John M. Sweeney

John M. Sweeney was an influential American labor leader known primarily for his role as the president of the AFL-CIO, one of the largest labor unions in the United States, from 1995 to 2009. He focused on uniting various unions to strengthen workers' rights and improve labor conditions. Sweeney advocated for issues such as fair wages, health care, and workplace safety. His leadership emphasized social justice and the importance of organized labor in society, playing a key role in revitalizing the labor movement during a time of significant challenges for workers in America.