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Economists with Diverse Views Agree: Federal Aid to States, Cities, Towns Is Needed Now

Economists of diverse backgrounds, who might otherwise disagree on a range of policy issues, spoke with a single voice on Monday on the need for Congress to provide robust aid to states, cities and

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During National EMS Week, Thank First Responders with More Than Words

As New York City became the epicenter of the global coronavirus pandemic, emergency medical services (EMS) professionals, including

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Honoring AFSCME Public Safety Members During Law Enforcement Week

During Law Enforcement Week, we honor public safety officers who paid the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

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This Workers Memorial Day, We Honor Those Who Died at Work, Including From COVID-19

Roxie Nelson remembers her father, Ed Nelson, as a caring and passionate man who often put the needs of others before his own.

National AFSCME News

Urgent Investment in Public Health, Contact Tracers Workforce is Needed
AFSCME President Lee Saunders and two AFSCME contact tracer-members made the case for urgent investment in public health infrastructure. — Jun 4
Labor Leaders Call for Bold Action as Nation Confronts Multiple Crises
Labor leaders on a press call called for bold action in confronting the crises gripping the nation. — Jun 3
Therapists at Kaiser Hawaii Join UNAC/UHCP Following Grassroots Campaign
Sixty rehabilitation therapists in Hawaii have a stronger voice on the job now that they’ve voted to join together through UNAC/UHCP. — Jun 2
Economists with Diverse Views Agree: Federal Aid to States, Cities, Towns Is Needed Now
Economists who would disagree on policies found common ground on one thing – Congress needs to provide state, local aid. — Jun 1
Saunders joins Families USA in calling for more federal aid, Medicaid funding
AFSCME President Lee Saunders joined health care advocates in urging Congress to provide more federal aid to states, cities and towns – including expanding Medicaid. — Jun 1