Press Releases Archive
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:
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.
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:
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:
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.
Judge Blocks Unconstitutional Reorganization of Federal Government
Case Reflects Largest and Most Significant Challenge to President’s Authority to Remake Government without Congressional Approval
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:
AFSCME’s Saunders on Nurses Week: To honor nurses, we call on Congress to put public health before billionaire wealth.
AFSCME President Lee Saunders released the following statement in recognition of Nurses Week, which is happening from May 6 through May 12
AFSCME’s Saunders: This Corrections Week, we thank correctional officers and employees for keeping us safe
AFSCME President Lee Saunders released the following statement in recognition of National Correctional Officers and Employees Week, which is happening from May 4 through May 10:
“Correctional officers and employees are the unsung heroes of our justi...
AFSCME’s Saunders: Honor public service workers by standing up to protect their work
AFSCME President Lee Saunders released the following statement in honor of Public Service Recognition Week, which runs from May 4 through May 11:
“During Public Service Recognition Week, we honor working people across America who keep our comm...