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More Aid Is Needed and This is What It Should Look Like
Congress needs to provide more relief to help our nation’s workers and economy recover from the COVID-19 pandemic. Here’s what that aid should look like. — Apr 7
Garrett County Road Workers Strike: 50 Years Later
We remember the historic Garrett County Road Workers Strike, which took place 50 years ago today. — Apr 7
Bayou State Blues: Members Slammed While Processing Record Unemployment Claims
Louisiana members handling unemployment claims are seeing a huge spike in cases as the Bayou State economy crumbles. — Apr 7
IL Child Protection Investigator Makes the Rounds Despite COVID-19 Risk
For this Illinois child protection investigator, telework and social distancing are not options. — Apr 6
‘We Will Emerge Stronger Because of Your Heroic Work’
During a tele-town hall on Saturday, AFSCME President Lee Saunders thanked members for doing heroic work during this pandemic and told them how AFSCME has their backs. — Apr 6