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Apr. 28, 2020

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This Workers Memorial Day, We Honor Those Who Died at Work, Including From COVID-19

Roxie Nelson remembers her father, Ed Nelson, as a caring and passionate man who often put the needs of others before his own.

This Workers Memorial Day, We Honor Those Who Died at Work, Including From COVID-19

Apr. 22, 2020

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‘Our Work is Essential to Keep Kids Safe’

Editor’s note: The following is a story from the front lines of the fight against COVID-19, as told by a member in Washington state:

‘Our Work is Essential to Keep Kids Safe’

Apr. 20, 2020

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No PPE for Miami-Dade Home Care Workers until Local 199 Stepped In

Ashley Sanders has an essential job.

No PPE for Miami-Dade Home Care Workers until Local 199 Stepped In

Apr. 14, 2020

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AFSCME Urgently Demands More Aid from Congress for States, Localities

It’s become clear that relief bills Congress has approved thus far, including the record $2.2 trillion Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act, won’t be enough to quell th

AFSCME Urgently Demands More Aid from Congress for States, Localities

Apr. 09, 2020

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Bayou State Blues: Members Slammed While Processing Record Unemployment Claims

AFSCME members working for the Louisiana Workforce Commission (LWC) are hopping busy these days fulfilling a critical mission.

Bayou State Blues: Members Slammed While Processing Record Unemployment Claims