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AFSCME Co-Signs Human Rights Complaint, Calls Out Trump’s ‘Inhumane’ Policy
AFSCME has co-signed a complaint to the United Nations in response to the Trump administration’s inhumane policy of separating children from their parents at the U.S.-Mexico border. — Jun 20
Far from Draining Budgets, Public Pensions Generate Public Revenue
A new report by the National Conference on Public Employee Retirement Systems uses data to show that “reducing or even dismantling public pension benefits will ultimately backfire.” — Jun 18
Oregon VOA Members Win First Contract
Workers at an Oregon behavioral health facility won their first contract after a tough fight. — Jun 14
Strong Relationships, Member Solidarity Net Strong Contract in Northern CA
Workers at the East Bay Municipal Utility District in northern California have won a new contract that is a testament to what public service workers can accomplish when they join together under a union. — Jun 14
AFSCME-Backed Student-Loan Bill Passes House
An important AFSCME-backed student loan repayment bill has cleared the U.S. House. — Jun 13