Local 3419

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Local 3419 Defends State Workers

In a recent letter to the editor of the New London Day, Local 3419 President Chris Gardner pushed back against the constant attacks on Connecticut state workers.

Here is Chris's letter:

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The Choice for Working People is Joe Biden

There are countless reasons against voting for Donald Trump in November.

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COVID-19 deaths lower in unionized nursing homes

Nursing homes have been especially hard hit by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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This November, preserve the legacy of speaking up

Throughout my son’s long career at AFSCME, there have been countless times when I’ve seen Lee proudly wearing an AFSCME T-shirt.

Sign Our Petition to Reopen Schools Safely

Please add your name to our petition to Gov. Ned Lamont and Education Commissioner Miguel Cardona demanding that local and regional school districts adhere to our core principles developed by union members and leaders for the safe reopening of schools to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

National AFSCME News

A president for working families
Hear from Joe Biden why he’s the choice for the steady leadership we need in the White House. — Sep 22
Maine’s leaders join AFSCME in demanding urgent federal aid to states, cities and towns
Elected leaders from Maine joined AFSCME Pres. Lee Saunders and IVP/Council 93 Exec. Dir. Mark Bernard in calling on Congress for urgent federal aid. — Sep 21
The choice for working people is Joe Biden
Joe Biden and Kamala Harris are the proven fighters for working people we need in the White House. — Sep 21
EPI report highlights Trump’s failures on coronavirus and need for state and local aid
A new report by the Economic Policy Institute (EPI) highlights the Trump administration's failed response to the pandemic and the need for state and local aid. — Sep 18
As schools reopen, employees take on more responsibility as they face lack of federal support
As a new school year begins during the pandemic, we also need a new leader in the White House. — Sep 17

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