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NV Senators, Front-Line Workers Call for State, Local Aid
Nevada’s U.S. senators and AFSCME Local 4041 members agree – it’s high time the Senate passes a federal aid package to states, cities and towns. — May 28
A fiscal tsunami is headed for states, cities, towns. Why is the Senate still not acting?
States, cities and towns need help fast but the U.S. Senate refuses to act. Why? — May 28
‘Every Day is Sign-a-Card Day:’ How One Local is Growing During COVID-19
Organizing workers is tough, and especially so during the COVID-19 pandemic. But one Washington state local isn’t letting the crisis stand in the way. — May 27
A Life of Service: One Man’s Mission to Put Others First
Oregon AFSCME member Michael Stewart volunteered to work in the COVID-19 unit at Oregon Health & Science University. Find out why he felt compelled to raise his hand. — May 26
‘Public service workers are … crucial to fighting this pandemic’
Meet a New York City respiratory therapist who was sickened by COVID-19. — May 22