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AFSCME's Work Highlighted in Labor Journal
AFSCME's Work Highlighted in Labor Journal
Local 1072 Distributes Masks On Campus
Local 1072 Distributes Masks On Campus
AFSCME Wins Higher Ed Oversight Hearing
AFSCME Wins Higher Ed Oversight Hearing
UMD and USM usually treat staff as disposable. This budget crisis is no different.
UMD and USM usually treat staff as disposable. This budget crisis is no different.
AFSCME National
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Layoffs and grant cuts at HHS threaten the health of our communities
Layoffs and federal grant cuts at the Department of Health and Human Services is hurting public health programs in states, localities.
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Fighting for Minnesota college students, fighting for public higher ed
AFSCME members are fighting for the future of Minnesota’s public colleges and universities.
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Fight hard to save Social Security, AFSCME retiree tells Congress
Wisconsin retiree Sue Conard told Congress a safe and secure Social Security system is vital for retirement security.
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Minnesota Science Museum workers celebrate historic first contract
Solidarity, persistence help workers at the Science Museum of Minnesota win a historic contract.
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Fight for a living wage unites public library workers in Newark, New Jersey
In Newark, New Jersey, public library workers are fighting for fair wages.