AFSCME

@AFSCME

America's communities never rest. That's why people who work in public service never quit. American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees

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Joined March 2008
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  1. Retweeted
    3 hours ago

    A key CBO figure: The U.S. won't reach pre-pandemic employment levels until 2024 without stimulus. We can’t afford half-measures that nibble around the edges. We need big, bold public investment to get people back to work as soon as possible.

    CBO projects December's COVID-19 relief package to boost economy 1.5 percent
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  2. 6 hours ago

    We must know our history in order to build a better future. We honor the incredible contributions and significant sacrifices that our Black community has made throughout history.

    Commemorating Black History Month
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  3. Retweeted
    Jan 31

    Excited to hear about the successful union campaign at . Across the country a wave of workers are joining together in solidarity. All workers deserve the power and protection of a union. Congrats to the Walker Worker Union! 🌞

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  4. Retweeted
    Jan 29

    In 2020, Gallup estimated that 65% of all Americans approve of labor unions. Now, President tells me support is "at an all-time high" — in part because of the coronavirus pandemic.

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  5. Retweeted
    Jan 29

    The Labor Caucus is proud to endorse pro-union, pro-workers bills that raise the minimum wage, invest in registered apprenticeships & union jobs, and ensure every worker has the right to unionize. Our labor movement is stronger than ever.

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  6. Jan 29

    After an impressive career spent fighting for justice, is poised to return to the Department of Justice to lead its Civil Rights Division. Read more about her story and historic nomination.

    If confirmed, would be the first Black woman to lead the Civil Rights Division at the Department of Justice. Learn more about her incredible career and story.
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  7. Jan 29

    Our letter to Congress has 402 signatures from Republican, Democrat, and Independent mayors across America, in cities big and small, all in support of Joe Biden's American Rescue Plan which supports city budgets decimated by the pandemic.
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  8. Retweeted
    Jan 29

    Today, women are the sole or necessary income earners in a majority of U.S. households with children. Equal pay for women for equal work is good for America’s working families and for our country. When women succeed, America succeeds.

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  9. Jan 28

    In a statement on the introduction of the Act, AFSCME President Lee Saunders said the bill “would take bold steps toward eradicating pay discrimination, creating greater economic security for millions of families.”

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  10. Jan 28

    [checks with Research team] Can confirm.

    At a zoom meeting this morning: "Did you know that we are probably the only Local Union that has the term "sled dog" in our constitution...?" 😮
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  11. Jan 28

    Senator calls for aid to state and local governments: “We need to make sure that we continue to provide public services at this moment of crisis and that we don’t have these massive public sector layoffs.”

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  12. Retweeted
    Jan 28

    - We support your budget that prioritizes working families and brings fairness back to our tax code 👉

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  13. Jan 27

    . is joining people from across the U.S. who have shared messages of support, solidarity & love for the workers who maintain the U.S. Capitol. You can send them a message to let them know you appreciate them, too:

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    White supremacists ransacked the Capitol. Black and brown workers cleaned it up. I’m introducing a Senate resolution to recognize the Capitol custodians for their bravery and service to our country on January 6th. We must honor the dignity of their work.
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  14. Jan 27

    Residents of the District of Columbia deserve the same equality and rights to self governance enjoyed by other Americans living in the 50 states including local budget autonomy, legislative autonomy and statehood.

    For years, I have fought alongside and to make a reality and to give the over 700,000 D.C. residents a voice, vote, and full representation in Congress. Today, I'm proud to introduce to make D.C. the 51st state in our Union.
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  15. Jan 27

    Since taking office just a week ago, Joe Biden has taken swift executive action to protect and empower public service workers, strengthen public services and help working people.

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    Jan 27

    “To summarize this executive order, it’s about jobs. Good-paying union jobs… Our plans are ambitious, but we are America. We’re bold. We’re unwavering in pursuit of jobs and innovation, science, and we can do this. We must do this, and we will do this.” —

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  17. Jan 26

    In Virginia, AFSCME members used their voices to fight for getting permanent COVID-19 safety standards adopted. That means they can continue to serve their communities while mitigating the threat of the virus to themselves and their families.

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  18. Jan 26

    Private prisons are inherently corrupt enterprises that have no place in a fair and well-managed criminal justice system. For more, read our in-depth story The Case Against Private Prisons.

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  19. Jan 26

    We applaud the executive order signed by today to eliminate the federal government's use of private prisons. AFSCME has long opposed this immoral, for-profit industry that exploits human beings and puts workers and entire communities at risk.

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  20. Retweeted
    Jan 26

    Clear, detailed reopening plans should be science-driven in order to and keep our communities safe from ✊

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