Ted Pappageorge, Culinary Union

Secretary-Treasurer of @Culinary226. Member since 1982. Former busboy (Sands), barback (Sundance), & bartender (Mint/Horsehoe/Riviera). Proud father & husband.

[Ted Pappageorge, Culinary Union @TedP226]

Over very own Culinary Union President Diana Valles was on Telemundo Las Vegas last week talking about the importance of voting early & re-electing State State Senator @EdgarFloresNV. Early Vote is underway in Nevada and ends on June 5th. Election Day is Tuesday, June 9th, 2026.

[Ted Pappageorge, Culinary Union @TedP226]

.@Culinary226 contracts provide strong protections for workers through any potential ownership change. We’ve had a long-standing positive relationship with MGM Resorts and if this transaction moves forward, we expect that relationship to continue. https://t.co/yzoEC0paLt

[Ted Pappageorge, Culinary Union @TedP226]

The 10,000 Culinary Union members at Caesars Entertainment properties are protected by strong union contracts. Given our strong relationships with both Caesars & Tilman Fertitta, we're confident we'll have a positive relationship going forward. https://t.co/vAR5Eez4Id

[Ted Pappageorge, Culinary Union @TedP226]

The Culinary and Bartenders Unions Pension Plan has provided over $1.6 billion in pension payments to members and their families since it was founded in 1971, so that workers can retire with dignity. Approximately 25,000 retires receive a Culinary Union Pension benefit a year.

[Ted Pappageorge, Culinary Union @TedP226]

During 2023 Citywide Contract fight, we strengthened existing technology protections to guarantee advanced notification when new technology is introduced (which would impact jobs) including technologies with AI. A Union contract protects workers. https://t.co/4noDlZI1i3

[Ted Pappageorge, Culinary Union @TedP226]

Palms Resort Casino negotiating committee began Big Table negotiations this week. Workers are ready to do the work to win the best contract EVER that includes: Fair wages increases, job security, union benefits, and more!

[Ted Pappageorge, Culinary Union @TedP226]

To stay protected, all Nevadans who have DACA or similar status such as Temporary Protected Status (TPS) are encouraged to get their paperwork ready early and apply 150 days before their expiration date. Currently DACA renewals are taking up to 4 months to process. #HereToStay

[Ted Pappageorge, Culinary Union @TedP226]

The #TrumpSlump is real & is here. When you combine the brutal ICE raids against workers with tariffs and threats against key tourism markets, it creates a chill on business and travel. Visitation is down and we are seeing layoffs and higher workloads. https://t.co/QJ4ILkUvbw

[Ted Pappageorge, Culinary Union @TedP226]

.@Culinary226 members are canvassing and knocking on doors in Las Vegas neighborhoods to make their voice heard. Only 15 more days until Primary Election day in NV. Remember there are 3 ways to vote in Nevada: Early, by mail, or on Election Day! https://t.co/PAvadTGhdR

[Culinary Union @Culinary226]

📍Dispatch from the Field: Culinary Union canvassers are knocking on doors & making sure Nevadans are informed. Voters will be voting early for @TyaMathis!
🗓️Early Voting: 5/23-6/5
🗳️18 days until Election Day!
https://t.co/c8GcAj9xGX
#WeVoteWeWin

[Ted Pappageorge, Culinary Union @TedP226]

The so‑called ‘No Taxes On Tips’ changes are temporary & deeply flawed: It penalizes married tip earners, exclude many automatic gratuities, & gives permanent tax cuts to billionaires, while workers get short‑term relief. https://t.co/khAilLXHdl

[Ted Pappageorge, Culinary Union @TedP226]

2,261 community members on Station Casinos MUD lists. @Culinary226 maintains a website exposing Station Casinos’ use of M.U.D. Lists during the pandemic to offer work according to which employees were pro-management (M), pro-union (U), or don’t know (D). 🔗https://t.co/8bMp2O6acF

[Ted Pappageorge, Culinary Union @TedP226]

This administration’s chaotic trade and immigration policies have put a serious chill on travel and tourism #TrumpSlump. That means fewer hours, less tips, & hard conversations at kitchen tables. We need policies that welcome visitors, respects workers, & strengthens our state.

[Ted Pappageorge, Culinary Union @TedP226]

We can’t wait until 2028 to build trust.
We’ve gotta fight now on kitchen table issues: Housing, healthcare, groceries, gas.

As we battle for wins, we’ve gotta stay united & offer a message of solidarity. Now, is the time to earn trust by delivering for working families.

[Ted Pappageorge, Culinary Union @TedP226]

We’re can and are going to win this on economics, but we have to be focused.

People are squeezed by housing, health care, groceries, and gas right now.

We need to fight and win for working families now and can’t be distracted.

[Ted Pappageorge, Culinary Union @TedP226]

We’re can and are going to win this on economics, but we have to be focused.

People are squeezed by housing, health care, groceries, and gas right now.

We need to fight and win for working families now and can’t be distracted.

[Ted Pappageorge, Culinary Union @TedP226]

Working-class folks aren’t always thinking about politics - they’re bombarded by it.

We need workers talking to workers & families at the door, not just ads.

Issues at the doors: Gas, groceries, childcare, rent. Working families are focused on cost of living.

[Ted Pappageorge, Culinary Union @TedP226]

Working-class folks aren’t always thinking about politics - they’re bombarded by it.

We need workers talking to workers & families at the door, not just ads.

Issues at the doors: Gas, groceries, childcare, rent. Working families are focused on cost of living.

[Ted Pappageorge, Culinary Union @TedP226]

Now: Joining “Winning the Middle” panel -
We can't win w/o working-class voters. Trump didn't take working-class voters, Dems gave them to him. We’ve got to wrestle w/that & we got to yell about it & we got to talk about it & our folks have a track record of getting out the vote.

[Ted Pappageorge, Culinary Union @TedP226]

Now: Joining “Winning the Middle” panel -
We can't win w/o working-class voters. Trump didn't take working-class voters, Dems gave them to him. We’ve got to wrestle w/that & we got to yell about it & we got to talk about it & our folks have a track record of getting out the vote.

[Ted Pappageorge, Culinary Union @TedP226]

As Vegas continues to grow as a global hospitality destination, @CulinaryLV remains at the forefront of workforce development—equipping the next generation of talent w/skills & experience needed to succeed in one of the nation’s most dynamic industries. https://t.co/z9NECQLTpI

[Ted Pappageorge, Culinary Union @TedP226]

Workers at DBE concessionaires at @LASAirport are fighting for a new contract that secures a better future for their families. They deserve a great union job w/fair wages, job security, & the best health care benefits so that workers at LAS Airport can provide for their families.

[Ted Pappageorge, Culinary Union @TedP226]

The so-called “Right-to-Work [for Less]” policy was passed in 1950 (50.7%), ratified by voters in 1952, & became law effective on Jan 1, 1953 primarily in response to @Culinary226's record of strong organizing & successful wins for working people in NV. https://t.co/fawh7KvqOV

[Ted Pappageorge, Culinary Union @TedP226]

.@Culinary226 has released endorsements ahead of the 2026 Nevada Primary. Remember Nevadans that Early Voting starts on Saturday, May 23 & ends on Friday, June 5, 2026. The Primary Election Day is Tuesday, June 9, 2026. We vote, we win. For our families!
https://t.co/lObBOD1pFM

[Culinary Union @Culinary226]

Culinary Union has released statewide endorsements ahead of the 2026 Nevada Primary.

Early Voting is Saturday, May 23 - Friday, June 5. Primary Election Day is Tuesday, June 9, 2026.

Endorsement Guide available here.
https://t.co/my1JmBCsKQ