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University of Pennsylvania libraries staff win union election, extending wave of unionization

Philadelphia – Penn Libraries staff, unionizing as AFSCME DC 47 Local 590 Penn Libraries United, announced this

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Federal funding to help vulnerable Americans in danger of getting cut

Federal money for programs and services that help millions of vulnerable Americans and employ many AFSCME members could be in jeopardy next year.

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New legislation would be transformational for public service workers nationwide

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AFSCME members support President Biden’s new student debt relief plans

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National AFSCME News

At AFSCME forum, CA governor candidates vow to fight for public services, working families
People looking to become California’s next governor spoke to AFSCME members at a forum over the weekend. — Oct 7
On the front lines, Michigan hospice nurse sees shutdown’s human cost
A Michigan hospice nurse explains how the shutdown will increase health care worries for Americans. — Oct 6
At N.Y. medical center, world of hurt awaits patients
Ebony Rose worries for her patients at Erie County Medical Center in Buffalo, N.Y., who face health care cuts and the government shutdown. — Oct 6
How the shutdown will impact public services in states and cities
How state and local public services suffer during a shutdown. — Oct 3
Health care cuts, government shutdown put Michigan families at risk
A Michigan member explains how health care cuts will hurt her patients. — Oct 2