Workers of the world unite, it's not just a slogan anymore.

The question is always 'What is the role of a labor movement?' How much is about collective bargaining, how much is about social change for all workers?

Republicans have been very successful. There are three things Americans dont like: big unions, big government and big corporations. So Republicans go after big government and big unions, and only talk about small businesses.

The union is much more than me, and when you think the union is you and it's not about who you represent, I think you've sort of lost your morals and focus and the purpose of your leadership.

In 1972, I signed a union card for SEIU. And for the last 38 years, 14 as president, it's been my life. I've seen the most miraculous, spectacular things. But there's a time to learn, a time to lead and a time to leave.

American workers won't be able to compete fairly for jobs until companies have to pay higher wages in countries like China and India.

Workers of the world unite, it's not just a slogan anymore.