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Jan. 06, 2021

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Saunders calls Georgia runoff victories a ‘bold mandate for change’

AFSCME President Lee Saunders called the victories of the Rev. Raphael Warnock and Jon Ossoff in Georgia’s Senate runoff elections “a bold mandate for change.”

Saunders calls Georgia runoff victories a ‘bold mandate for change’

Dec. 11, 2020

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Another reason to involve yourself in the GA Senate runoffs – funding for front-line heroes

Here’s a crucial reason for working people to do all they can to help Jon Ossoff and the Rev.

Another reason to involve yourself in the GA Senate runoffs – funding for front-line heroes

Dec. 03, 2020

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WFSE Members to Lawmakers: Cuts Hurt Most Vulnerable

Longer response times for stranded drivers, reduced access to life-saving medical treatment and more crime suffered by elderly residents are just a few of the impacts Washington residents may face if legislators choose budget cuts over new revenue.

WFSE Members to Lawmakers: Cuts Hurt Most Vulnerable

Dec. 01, 2020

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WSDOT Members Win Fight for Fair Pay

Armed with a strong contract and the resources of their union, four WFSE members won justice for themselves and their co-workers.

WSDOT Members Win Fight for Fair Pay

Nov. 17, 2020

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Biden: Union, business leaders agree that funding the front lines is ‘urgent’

President-elect Joe Biden and Vice president-elect Kamala Harris on Monday brought together business and union leaders, including AFSCME President Lee Saunders, for a virtual meeting to discuss an economic recovery agenda for the country.

Biden: Union, business leaders agree that funding the front lines is ‘urgent’