Lee Saunders
Then and now, unions continue to make a difference
More and more people across our country are discovering all that the union difference has to offer.
From the Leadership
Press Releases
Saunders: EMS personnel are the epitome of what it means to be an essential worker. We stand by them today and every day.
During National EMS Week, we celebrate the over one million EMS workers who are always there to answer the call.
Saunders: We are proud to honor those in law enforcement for their dedication, service and sacrifice
AFSCME stands with those in uniform as we recognize National Law Enforcement Week.
Saunders: Nurses deserve our full respect and support for the essential work they do
We thank the courageous nurses who dedicate their lives to keeping our communities and our families healthy.
Saunders: During Public Service Recognition Week, we must commit to honoring workers with action
This week, we pause to thank public service workers who go above and beyond to keep our communities safe and healthy.
Saunders: During National Corrections Week, we recognize officers for their service and sacrifice to our communities
AFSCME commits to never stop fighting to make sure these essential workers have a voice on the job to advocate for what they need.
Saunders: Jackson confirmation a ‘joyous day’ and ‘watershed moment’
Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson will fiercely defend the Constitution and uphold the rule of law against escalating attacks on our democracy and working people.
Labor Unions issue joint statement in support of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson’s historic nomination to the Supreme Court
A coalition of labor leaders released the following statement today ahead of the Senate’s vote to confirm Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court.