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WALKOUT August 31st!
Americans’ support of labor unions remains sky-high
AFSCME National
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AFSCME and labor allies say ‘no’ to crypto in our pensions
AFSCME and our allies are fighting back against a bill that makes it easier for the crypto industry to prey on our pensions.
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Workers get paid a lot less in states with anti-union laws, report shows
A new report documents the union difference when it comes to wages, and how worker pay in states hostile to unions is falling even further behind.
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On the 25th anniversary of 9/11, we honor public service workers who continue to answer the call
That day, AFSCME members didn’t hesitate. Trained to serve their communities no matter what, to answer the call despite the risk to themselves, these brave public service workers were driven by one impulse: to help.
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First contract for AFSCME members who keep the Chicago History Museum running
AFSCME members who work for the Chicago History Museum voted overwhelmingly to approve their first union contract.
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Union lawsuit challenges Trump rules that harm federal workers
AFSCME is challenging two rules that would harm federal workers by injecting politics into the merit-based civil service.
RSVP for a Walkout August 31
Our empoyers don't want to spend a dime on services that are needed now more than ever. To win a fair union contract, we're walking statewide with allies and community supporters.