The phrase "labor allies" refers to individuals or groups who support and work together with labor unions or workers' organizations for better job conditions, wages, and overall rights in the workplace. Full definition
The teachers union has a number of labor allies in this effort, including the new labor - backed Strong Economy for All Coalition, which is targeting nine senators around the state with a radio / mail campaign. (nystateofpolitics.com)
From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., 1199SEIU healthcare workers at Albany's Hudson Park Nursing Home, (C.N.A.s, recreation aides, dietary laundry and housekeeping workers), elected officials, clergy, community and labor allies hold an informational picket, 325 Northern Blvd., Albany. (nystateofpolitics.com)
These changes increasingly create pro-reform parent constituencies among traditional labor allies such as civil rights organizations. (dropoutnation.net)