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WALKOUT August 31st!
Wildfire Leave | Disaster Relief | Respect for Frontline Workers
New Member Benefit: Childcare Reimbursement for WFSE Members
Judge sides with AFSCME workers to protect Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
AFSCME National
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Victory! AFSCME members defend union rights in Arizona
AFSCME members won big for public services in their state.
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AFSCME Local 1733 workers reach a tentative agreement for a livable wage
AFSCME members who keep Memphis, Tennessee, running have struck a livable-wage deal with the mayor.
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Detective is honored by his co-workers — and his union — for saving a life
An Auburn, N.Y., member braved frigid waters to save someone’s life.
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AFSCME members win first cost-of-living increase in 20 years for 60,000 PA retirees
After a long battle, AFSCME retirees in Pennsylvania won a cost-of-living increase in the commonwealth’s new budget.
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AFSCME members who keep Memphis running fighting for a livable wage
Respect 1733 is a new, high-profile campaign calling on Memphis city officials to keep their promises and approve fair wages for the workers who keep the city running.
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.