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Apr. 22, 2020

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‘Our Work is Essential to Keep Kids Safe’

Editor’s note: The following is a story from the front lines of the fight against COVID-19, as told by a member in Washington state:

‘Our Work is Essential to Keep Kids Safe’

Apr. 14, 2020

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AFSCME Urgently Demands More Aid from Congress for States, Localities

It’s become clear that relief bills Congress has approved thus far, including the record $2.2 trillion Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act, won’t be enough to quell th

AFSCME Urgently Demands More Aid from Congress for States, Localities

Apr. 13, 2020

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Virginia Authorizes Historic First Step for Collective Bargaining Rights

In a victory for public service workers in Virginia, Gov. Ralph Northam has signed a bill authorizing collective bargaining for some public employees across the commonwealth.

Virginia Authorizes Historic First Step for Collective Bargaining Rights

Apr. 13, 2020

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‘We’re Doing Our Best, But It Feels Like We’re Using Chicken Wire and Zip Ties’

HONOLULU – “Two months ago, placing a child in a foster home wasn’t a problem. Now it’s nearly impossible,” says Hawaii Child/Adult Protective Services Specialist Kalani Motta, a member of HGEA/AFSCME Local 152.

‘We’re Doing Our Best, But It Feels Like We’re Using Chicken Wire and Zip Ties’

Apr. 10, 2020

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Virginia Collective Bargaining Bill Aims to Give Essential Workers a Voice

In early March, Virginia lawmakers passed a bill expanding collective bargaining to public sector employees, signaling a huge win for the rights of public service employees in the South. Gov.

Virginia Collective Bargaining Bill Aims to Give Essential Workers a Voice