Minnesota Council 5

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Hardworking Americans’ right to retire with dignity is in danger because billionaires are spending a lot of money to take away our pensions.

A case the U.S. Supreme Court is taking up this term called Janus v. AFSCME could make the entire public sector “right-to-work” in one fell swoop.

Thanks to help from AFSCME members, numerous worker-friendly candidates won Tuesday’s election outright or are leading in the polls.

AFSCME Council 5 has a new executive director.

John Westmoreland, the former assistant director, started his role Nov. 1.

Paul Booth's Life Celebrated
Family and friends of Paul Booth celebrated his life yesterday at an event where his contributions to AFSCME and the labor movement were recalled. — Apr 20
Council 3 Fights for Safe Staffing in the Department of Juvenile Services After Riot
AFSCME Council 3 is fighting for additional staffing at juvenile detention facilities throughout Maryland following a violent episode at a Frederick County facility. — Apr 19
Why Prison Privatization is Bad: A Case Study
A recent instance of prison violence in Mississippi shows why prison privatization is bad. — Apr 19
School Days: Outreach Program Connects Police and High School Students
In Derby, Connecticut, AFSCME-represented police officers are a constant presence in the local high school. They’re providing lessons in civic engagement. — Apr 18
10 Students Win AFSCME Family Scholarships This Year
10 students whose parents or grandparents are AFSCME members have won this year’s AFSCME Family Scholarships. — Apr 17