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Saunders calls Georgia runoff victories a ‘bold mandate for change’

AFSCME President Lee Saunders called the victories of the Rev. Raphael Warnock and Jon Ossoff in Georgia’s Senate runoff elections “a bold mandate for change.”

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Democratic U.S. Senate candidates Raphael Warnock (L) and Jon Ossoff bump elbows during an outdoor drive-in rally in Conyers, Georgia.

Another reason to involve yourself in the GA Senate runoffs – funding for front-line heroes

Here’s a crucial reason for working people to do all they can to help Jon Ossoff and the Rev.

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Biden: Union, business leaders agree that funding the front lines is ‘urgent’

President-elect Joe Biden and Vice president-elect Kamala Harris on Monday brought together business and union leaders, including AFSCME President Lee Saunders, for a virtual meeting to discuss an

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In the middle of a pandemic, Trump threatens health care for millions of Americans

It was bad enough that the Trump administration failed miserably in its r

National AFSCME News

AFSCME’s Saunders: Biden plan to aid public services is ‘a massive step forward’
The Biden-Harris team’s proposal to support public services to the tune of $600 billion is a “massive step forward,” AFSCME President Lee Saunders says. — Jan 15
Reviving Dr. King’s legacy
On what would be Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s 92nd birthday, his message of nonviolent dissent resonates more powerfully than ever. — Jan 15
As Biden-Harris take over, AFSCME renews calls for federal aid for public services
AFSCME is part of a coalition urging the new Congress and administration to provide robust federal assistance to states, cities, towns and schools without delay. — Jan 14
Health experts reassure union members that COVID vaccines are safe, effective
A roundtable of experts discuss COVID-19 vaccines, their safety and their efficacy with union members. — Jan 13
AFSCME nurses shine as their sacrifices for their communities continue in pandemic
AFSCME nurses are shining in the spotlight as they continue to make huge sacrifices while serving on the front lines of the fight against COVID-19. — Jan 12