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The Virtues of Having a Union

The Virtues of Having a Union

Public Charge Rule Would Turn American Dream into Nightmare for Millions

This summer, I joined thousands of union members at a rally in Philadelphia to speak out against the Trump administration’s family separation policy. I was there to represent our union’s vision and values. We reject an immigration policy based on fear and cruelty.

Public Charge Rule Would Turn American Dream into Nightmare for Millions

As California Fires Rage, AFSCME Members Fight to Protect Their Communities

WASHINGTON – AFSCME President Lee Saunders issued the following statement in solidarity with the California communities and AFSCME public service workers who are braving raging fires and personal loss while protecting their communities:

As California Fires Rage, AFSCME Members Fight to Protect Their Communities

Working Americans Step Up and Win Big in 2018 Midterms

The best spokespeople for anyone running for elected office are everyday Americans spreading the word to their neighbors, co-workers, friends and relatives.

Working Americans Step Up and Win Big in 2018 Midterms

Unions Push for “Grade A” Paid Parental Leave

Better wages. Check. Better working conditions. Check. And, thanks to unions, we now know there is also a union difference for workers who have access to critical benefits like paid parental leave.

Unions Push for “Grade A” Paid Parental Leave