Lee Saunders Public service workers deserve respect Public service workers deserve our thanks and support. Let’s honor them. More form Lee
Elissa McBride A Mother’s Day call to action Secretary-Treasurer Elissa McBride pays tribute to her late mother and reflects on the impact of Medicaid. More form Elissa
05/18/25 AFSCME’s Saunders: This EMS Week, we’re standing up for the care we depend on and the first responders who deliver it AFSCME President Lee Saunders released the following statement recognizing National EMS Week, which is happening May 18-24:
05/16/25 Nation’s largest public service unions launch national campaign to stop federal budget cuts to public services Representing more than 8.3 million workers, AFSCME, AFT, NEA and SEIU launch “Put Families First” a new campaign to highlight the devastating effects of federal budget cuts on working families.
05/15/25 AFSCME’s Saunders: Cuts to Medicaid and SNAP will devastate working families and our communities AFSCME President Lee Saunders released the following statement after House committees voted to move forward with a budget that will hurt public services nationwide:
05/13/25 AFSCME’s Saunders: Congress is charging ahead with a plan to shower billionaires with tax breaks at the expense of our communities. AFSCME President Lee Saunders released the following statement after House committees released the text of their portions of the reconciliation bill:
05/11/25 AFSCME’s Saunders on National Law Enforcement Week: We recognize law enforcement officers for their sacrifices and dedication AFSCME President Lee Saunders released the following statement in recognition of National Law Enforcement Week, which is happening from May 11 through May 17.
05/09/25 Judge Blocks Unconstitutional Reorganization of Federal Government Case Reflects Largest and Most Significant Challenge to President’s Authority to Remake Government without Congressional Approval
05/06/25 AFSCME’s Saunders: Self-called ‘DOGE person,’ Frank Bisignano is the wrong choice for the Social Security Administration AFSCME President Lee Saunders released the following statement in opposition to Frank Bisignano’s confirmation to lead the Social Security Administration:
Aug 21 Amid a staffing crisis, Philly Mayor Jim Kenney urged people to apply for city jobs: ‘We need your help’