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Sep. 16, 2020

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COVID-19 deaths lower in unionized nursing homes

Nursing homes have been especially hard hit by the COVID-19 pandemic. More than 40% of all COVID-19 deaths in the U.S. have been linked to nursing homes.

COVID-19 deaths lower in unionized nursing homes

Sep. 11, 2020

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This November, preserve the legacy of speaking up

Throughout my son’s long career at AFSCME, there have been countless times when I’ve seen Lee proudly wearing an AFSCME T-shirt. Often, these T-shirts feature slogans like “Rise Up” and “Never Quit.”

This November, preserve the legacy of speaking up

Sep. 04, 2020

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Labor unions’ approval is highest in 17 years because unions stand with working families

Public approval of labor unions is at its highest level in 17 years, with nearly two out of three Americans (65%) expressing support of unions, according to the latest Gallup poll.

Labor unions’ approval is highest in 17 years because unions stand with working families

Aug. 17, 2020

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AFSCME commits to landmark policing and criminal justice reforms

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AFSCME commits to landmark policing and criminal justice reforms

Aug. 05, 2020

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Veterans will be disproportionately affected if the Senate fails to provide state, local aid

AFSCME members Dawn Bundick of Alaska and Chris Woloscuk of Florida are veterans and public service employees – two facts that make them especially vulnerable as the COVID-19 pandemic ravages the U.S. economy.

Veterans will be disproportionately affected if the Senate fails to provide state, local aid