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Mar. 25, 2020

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Corrections, EMS Workers Stress Need for Resources in COVID-19 Fight

Before the announcement early Wednesday of an unprecedented $2 trillion deal to combat the coronavirus pandemic, AFSCME President Lee Saunders and three front-line wor

Corrections, EMS Workers Stress Need for Resources in COVID-19 Fight

Mar. 21, 2020

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Mar. 21, 2020

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Largest State Employees Union Opposes Governor's Decision to Cut Hazard Pay for State Workers During the Pandemic Crisis

During the COVID-19 pandemic crisis, the largest state employees union, AFSCME Maryland, strongly disagrees with Governor Hogan’s decision today (Saturday, March 21st) to cut hazard pay for state workers who are expected to report to work.

Largest State Employees Union Opposes Governor's Decision to Cut Hazard Pay for State Workers During the Pandemic Crisis

Mar. 19, 2020

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Coronavirus Aid Package Falls Short. Workers Need More from Congress.

The coronavirus aid package that cleared Congress is just not good enough for public service workers. That’s the takeaway message from AFSCME President Lee Saunders.

Coronavirus Aid Package Falls Short. Workers Need More from Congress.

Mar. 03, 2020

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AFSCME President Addresses Coronavirus, Calls for Member Safety

As the coronavirus (COVID-19) emerges in the United States, many AFSCME members are and will continue to be on the front lines caring for and transporting those afflicted with the virus.

AFSCME President Addresses Coronavirus, Calls for Member Safety

Feb. 28, 2020

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At Nevada Event, AFSCME Members and Retirees Question Candidates on Priorities

On the eve of Saturday’s Nevada Democratic primary caucuses, AFSCME members and retirees gathered at a Las Vegas restaurant to hear one last time from presidential candidates on the issues that matter most to working families.

At Nevada Event, AFSCME Members and Retirees Question Candidates on Priorities