Momentum
When working people stand together, raise their voice and show their power, they win. As labor unions surge in popularity, AFSCME leads the pack, where members across the country are notching victories and building unstoppable momentum. Our collective actions have led to historic contracts, groundbreaking legislative wins, and better working conditions for AFSCME members. And with each victory, we raise the bar – not just for AFSCME members – but for all working families.
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Collective action, tenacity net big pension win for Rhode Island’s public safety professionals
Rhode Island’s public safety professionals are celebrating a big pension win. Read More
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More Colorado workers form union through AFSCME
Workers in two Arapahoe County departments are forming a union through AFSCME Colorado. Read More
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Solidarity and activism help Jacksonville members win strong contract with UF Health
AFSCME members who work for a North Florida health system are celebrating their strong new contract. Read More
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Labor Day 2024: Union momentum continues to surge
In a Labor Day column, AFSCME’s president highlights a new poll that shows 70% union approval rating. Read More
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Thousands more Nevada state employees win union election
Thousands more Nevada state employees now have a union. They are building power through AFSCME Local 4041. Read More
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Going from ‘in debt until the day I die’ to loan forgiveness, thanks to the Biden-Harris administration
Kelli Gray credits the Biden-Harris administration for helping her finally receive student loan forgiveness. Read More
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Memphis-area employees celebrate across-the-board pay raises and bonuses
Memphis city workers are finally getting much-needed pay raises and bonuses. Read More
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Strike averted in Oregon as postdocs agree to tentative agreement
AFSCME-represented postdoctoral researchers at an Oregon school have reason to smile. Read More
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Workers at outdoor museum in New York’s Hudson Valley approve first contracts
Workers at an outdoor museum in New York celebrate their first contracts. Read More
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University System of Maryland workers overwhelmingly ratify historic, system-wide contract
AFSCME members who work for Maryland universities are celebrating a historic contract. Read More
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Civilian staff at Indianapolis police department organize new union, win first contract
Civilians who work for the Indiana’s largest police department are celebrating their first union contract. Read More
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Recruiting, retaining wildland firefighters just got easier thanks to Alaska members
Alaska wildland firefighters are getting much-needed pay raises, thanks to ASEA/AFSCME Local 52. Read More
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Pay raises for Nevada state workers were made possible by the union they formed
Thanks to the union they formed, Nevada state workers are getting the fair pay raises they deserve. Read More
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Dozens of new and veteran MSEA members take up the mantle of union steward
Michigan members are implementing AFSCME Strong in a big way. Read More
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Anne Arundel County public library workers file union petition for official recognition
Workers at a third Maryland library system unionize through AFSCME. Read More
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In Danvers, Mass., instructional assistants win a fair contract after a campaign for dignity
School instructional assistants in Danvers, Massachusetts, stuck together to win a contract with significant pay increases. Read More
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Thousands of additional Nevada state employees file for AFSCME union election
Thousands more Nevada state employees are seeking an AFSCME union election. Read More
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AFSCME welcomes the Public Service Worker Protection Act
AFSCME hails the introduction of the Public Service Worker Protection Act in Congress. Read More
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New contract for Miami solid waste workers highlights the union difference
A new contract for solid waste workers in Miami underscores the union difference. Read More
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Philadelphia Museum of Art Union wins settlement in fight over longevity pay
Philadelphia Museum of Art workers will finally get longevity pay promised in their contract. Read More
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Police departments can attract new officers thanks to AFSCME-backed Recruit and Retain Act
A new federal law will help police hire more people. Read More
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Louisiana AFSCME members defeat anti-worker bills by standing together
Solidarity wins the day as Louisiana members unite to defeat anti-worker bills. Read More
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Academy Foundation workers in Los Angeles overwhelmingly approve contract
Workers at LA’s Academy Foundation celebrate their first contract. Read More
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New York’s corrections officers pressure state lawmakers for safer facilities
New York state COs pressure state lawmakers for safer corrections facilities. Read More
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Workers for Salisbury, Maryland, unanimously ratify first contract
About 200 workers for Salisbury, Maryland, unanimously approve their first contract. Read More
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New legislation would be transformational for public service workers nationwide
We applaud pro-worker members of Congress for reintroducing the bipartisan Public Service Freedom to Negotiate Act. Read More
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Medical university research workers seek to build power through Oregon AFSCME
Medical research staff at an Oregon university want to build power through AFSCME. Read More
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New Mexico irrigation workers organize with AFSCME Council 18
New Mexico irrigation workers organized with Council 18. Read More
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Hawaii’s HGEA members accept state’s hazard pay offer; over 16,000 workers eligible
Hazard pay is coming for thousands of AFSCME members in Hawaii. Read More
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Thanks to AFSCME Maryland members, 5,000 state supervisors can now form unions
New Maryland law allows 5,000 state supervisors to build power at work. Read More
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