1968-2013: The Struggle Continues
In 1968 sanitation workers made history in Memphis, Tennessee. Over a thousand workers went on strike to protest unfair wages, discrimination, and unsafe working conditions that took the lives of...
Workers Dr. King Fought For Say Challenges Still Lie Ahead
Coverage from CBS affiliate WREG in Memphis about the commemoration of the 45th Anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s work and the 1968 sanitation workers' strike.
Lee Saunders seeks to re-energize public servants
Pres. Saunders speaks with Les Smith from WHBQ Fox 13 about the events in Memphis commemorating the 45th anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s work and the 1968 sanitation...
Seizing the Moment
As AFSCME members, it is important to reflect on our union's proud history while we focus on the road ahead. We are committed to continued growth, working within our communities...
- Apr 04 The Struggle Continues in Memphis as Labor and Allies Honor Martin Luther King Jr. Event commemorates Dr. King’s life and his work on behalf of the Memphis sanitation workers. (Blog)
- Mar 19 Maryland State Workers Gain Voice on the Job with AFSCME Winning collective bargaining rights was the first step for these public service workers. (Blog)
- Mar 18 AFSCME Applauds President Obama’s Labor Secretary Appointment: Thomas E. Perez Extensive experience championing civil rights will guide Perez’s actions on behalf of America’s workers. (Blog)
- Mar 13 New Orleans Cab Drivers Seek Fair Treatment on the Job Taxi cab drivers are partnering with AFSCME Council 17 for fair treatment on the job. (Blog)
- Feb 27 Double-Speak on the Debt Crisis Fix the Debt’s real motive is not to fix the debt, but to protect the tax loopholes that benefit its members. (Blog)
- Feb 27 Protestors Demand More Money for Schools, Local Governments Rally before Gov. John Kasich’s State of the State speech turns up the heat (Blog)
- Feb 27 Private Prison Company Buys Florida Atlantic University Stadium Name GEO Group has long history of unsafe and inhumane conditions at facilities (Blog)
- Jan 18 In Memoriam: Norm Gleichman SEIU Deputy General Counsel helped create partnership with AFSCME. (Blog)
- Jan 15 Register Now for Dynamic Legislative Conference Want to raise your voice for workers? Come to Washington, DC, and do just that. (Blog)
- Jan 15 Victory at Corona Registered nurses at the Corona Regional Medical Center vote to join UNAC/UHCP. (Blog)
- Jan 08 Iowa State Employees Launch Statewide Media Blitz Against Governor’s Double Dealing With contract negotiations underway, AFSCME Council 61 members speak out about Gov. Terry Branstad’s hypocrisy. (Blog)
- Dec 21 Maryland Council 3 Holds Founding Convention AFSCME’s newest council held its founding convention Dec. 14-15 in Columbia, Md. (Blog)
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