September 23, 2021 Reproductive justice is economic justice AFSCME signed on to an amicus brief in a case before the Supreme Court that threatens the constitutional right to access reproductive care, including abortion. Read More
September 01, 2021 We should build ‘an economy that puts workers’ interests front and center’ In Labor Day message, President Lee Saunders urges Congress to pass laws to help working people organize. Read More
March 16, 2021 You did it. You made it possible for states, cities, towns and schools to receive relief money In the latest “On the Record,” AFSCME President Lee Saunders explains the crucial role AFSCME members played in helping pass the American Rescue Plan. Read More
January 15, 2021 Reviving Dr. King’s legacy On what would be Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s 92nd birthday, his message of nonviolent dissent resonates more powerfully than ever. Read More
November 23, 2020 To Fund The Front Lines, We Need to Win in Georgia In President Saunders’ latest “On the Record” video, he says it’s all hands on deck to support pro-worker candidates in Georgia’s runoff elections. Read More
October 14, 2020 On the Record: Vote! Learn from AFSCME President Lee Saunders about the variety of ways in which you can vote this election. Read More
September 25, 2020 On the Record: The choice couldn’t be clearer Joe Biden and Kamala Harris have the experience and leadership we need at this challenging moment. Read More
February 14, 2020 Building Political Power BLOC By BLOC Groups like BLOC, Black Leaders Organizing for Communities, are mobilizing residents around issues that matter to them and giving them the tools to hold elected officials accountable. Read More
October 31, 2019 On the Record: Child Care for All Thanks to a new state law, California child care providers have collective bargaining rights – the freedom to negotiate for better compensation and benefits, the ability to stand together in a strong union. Read More
June 27, 2019 AFSCME is on a Roll AFSCME is notching victories coast to coast and is energized by pro-worker momentum from state houses to Congress. A year after the Janus v. AFSCME ruling, the wind is at our backs. Read More
June 14, 2019 'A Bold and Historic Step' Watch as AFSCME President Lee Saunders explains why giving Nevada state workers collective bargaining rights is a “bold and historic step. Read More
May 20, 2019 Remembering AFSCME President Jerry Wurf on his 100th Birthday On what would be the 100th birthday of its former president, Jerry Wurf, AFSCME remembers a hero. Read More
May 09, 2019 Honoring the Everyday Heroes of Public Service During Public Service Recognition Week, we all should take a moment to extend our thanks to those who have made a career out of helping and empowering their neighbors. Read More
May 09, 2019 An Inspiration to All: Jackie Saunders AFSCME President Lee Saunders sat down with his mother to talk with her about her life as an organizer, activist and educator. Read More
April 04, 2019 We Carry on Dr. King’s Fight We honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by carrying on his fight, 51 years after he paid the ultimate price. Read More
March 13, 2019 On the Record: Resilience Watch AFSCME President Lee Saunders explain how our union is resisting, persisting and continuing to build worker power. Read More
February 28, 2019 Strong Unions Mean Strong African-American Communities AFSCME President Lee Saunders explains how labor unions were instrumental in improving the lives of African-Americans. Read More
February 11, 2019 Union Leaders Discuss the Future of American Labor AFSCME President Lee Saunders and leaders of other public sector unions stressed that organizing and cross-union collaboration are vital for the future of the labor movement in the post-Janus era. Read More
February 06, 2019 SOTU Response: Invest in Our Communities and Public Services to Strengthen the Nation Read AFSCME President Lee Saunders’ response to the State of the Union address. Read More
January 29, 2019 Unions Aren’t Going Anywhere It turns out our opponents wildly underestimated the loyalty and resolve of AFSCME members, their desire to stick with their union. Read More
January 24, 2019 President Saunders: Labor’s Future is Bright. AFSCME President Lee Saunders discusses the future of the labor movement and more in this podcast. Read More
January 02, 2019 AFSCME President Saunders Demands End to Government Shutdown Many federal workers are facing the frightening prospect of not being able to pay their mortgages, rents, car loans and meet countless other day-to-day obligations. Read More
December 19, 2018 Saunders to Trump: Don’t Shut Down the Government For Political Gain AFSCME President Lee Saunders to President Donald Trump – don’t shut down the federal government over politics. Read More
November 14, 2018 Don’t Fall for the Freedom Foundation’s Lies The Freedom Foundation and other anti-worker groups funded by corporate billionaires are lying to working people to get them to drop their unions. Don't believe their lies. Read More
November 07, 2018 AFSCME Pres. Lee Saunders Hails Pro-Worker Victories in Midterms AFSCME President Lee Saunders praised union members for defying wealthy special interests and electing many pro-worker candidates to state and federal offices in the mid-term elections. Read More
November 01, 2018 Our Chance to Turn It Around | On the Record This is one of the most important elections of our lifetimes. We can elect leaders who will be a champion for working people. Don't miss out. Read More
October 12, 2018 Working People Are Struggling in Trump’s Economy There is plenty of evidence that this is a strong economy primarily for those already in a privileged position. Read More
September 21, 2018 Kavanaugh’s Pro-Corporate Agenda is a Major Disqualification If Brett Kavanaugh ends up on the U.S. Supreme Court, the court’s core principles of equal justice and the right to a fair hearing will continue to be eroded. Read More
July 16, 2018 We Are AFSCME “But if they think we’re going to roll over, if they think this is going to slow us down or shut us up, if they think we’re going to let five unelected men in robes steal our freedom, they’ve got a big surprise coming." Read More
June 28, 2018 ‘The Labor Movement is Bigger Than One Supreme Court Decision’ AFSCME President Lee Saunders in a USA TODAY column about the Janus ruling: “The labor movement is bigger than one Supreme Court decision.” Read More