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Union art has conveyed the labor movement's message through posters, buttons, clothing and beyond — often showing pride in a trade, or advocating for specific demands like fair wages or safety measures.

Between the lines: The artistic style of unions may have shifted throughout the history of the movement, but their messaging has remained consistent. 

The art of unions

They used poster, buttons and other art to promote their causes.

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What's happening: Yesterday was the 22nd annual Bike the Drive, where DuSable Lake Shore Drive is closed to vehicles and tens of thousands of cyclists come to ride and enjoy a finish line party in Grant Park.

Why it matters: The event supports Active Trans, a nonprofit advocacy organization that works to improve walking, biking, and public transit in Chicago.

A cyclist gives a thumbs up as they bike on Lake Shore Drive

Bikers participated in 15- and 30-mile rides, youth rides, and just ride-for-fun rides. Photo: Natalie Peeples/Axios

A mother and child wearing helmets and glasses pose with the Chicago skyline in the background

Shawn Smith and Reid Robinson pose after completing a 15-mile ride on DuSable Lake Shore Drive. Photo: Natalie Peeples/Axios

Cyclists during the post-ride festival at Grant Park. Photo: Natalie Peeples/Axios

A man standing behind a griddle of pancakes flips one onto a plate held by a person in line

The Bike the Drive pancake breakfast tradition continued this year. Photo: Natalie Peeples/Axios

Bikers riding along Lake Michigan. Photo: Natalie Peeples/Axios

In Photos: Bike the Drive 2023

The annual event that shuts down DuSable Lake Shore Drive was attended by tens of thousands.

Cyclists ride up and down DuSable Lake Shore Drive during the 22nd Annual Bike the Drive event

Cyclists ride up and down DuSable Lake Shore Drive on the morning of September 3rd during the 22nd annual Bike the Drive. Photo: Natalie Peeples/Axios

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Natalie Peeples

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In Photos: Bike the Drive 2023

The art of unions