Retiree Chapter 1902

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Working Americans Step Up and Win Big in 2018 Midterms

The best spokespeople for anyone running for elected office are everyday Americans spreading the word to their neighbors, co-workers, friends and relatives.

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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

National AFSCME News

Never Quit winners are Rochester, N.Y., school employees who saved a student’s life
Jushawn Rucker and David DiPasquale, members of AFSCME Local 2419 (New York Council 66), are the latest winners of our union’s Never Quit Service Award. — Jul 2
Federal funding to help vulnerable Americans in danger of getting cut
AFSCME is fighting right-wing attacks on vulnerable Americans. — Jul 1
In Danvers, Mass., instructional assistants win a fair contract after a campaign for dignity
School instructional assistants in Danvers, Massachusetts, stuck together to win a contract with significant pay increases. — Jun 28
AFSCME member testifies about the devastating impact of Social Security cuts
Social Security benefit cuts spurred by two outdated legal provisions are unfairly hurting some AFSCME members. — Jun 27
AFSCME mourns the loss of IVP Dan DiClemente
AFSCME and the labor movement lost a champion on June 23, when Daniel (Dan) S. DiClemente passed away at the age of 56. — Jun 26