AFSCME Blog Archive
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Victory! AFSCME members defend union rights in Arizona
AFSCME members won big for public services in their state. Read More
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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. Read More
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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. Read More
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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. Read More
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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. Read More
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Athletes share love of sport and public service at Puerto Rico’s annual competition
AFSCME members in Puerto Rico took first place in an annual sports event that brings together public service workers from throughout the island. Read More
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AFSCME Colorado local wins back pay for colleagues
Members of a Colorado local fought to ease pay disparities — and won. Read More
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Library associate helps the elderly stay connected to their community
Marida Fogle, a member of AFSCME Local 3311 (Council 61), is the latest winner of our union’s Never Quit Service Award. Read More
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Illinois hospital employees secure higher wages, stronger voice in first union contract
AFSCME workers at an Illinois hospital overcame five years of disputes with management to win their first union contract. Read More
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Organizing victory: Pennsylvania library workers win their AFSCME union
Library workers in a Pennsylvania township have formed a union through AFSCME Council 13. Read More
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AFSCME members fight administration’s threats to farmers, food supply, nutrition programs
AFSCME is going to court to block the administration’s reckless reorganization of the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Read More
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