Minnesota Council 5

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Jill feeds lettuce to Skeeter the giraffe.

Jill Erzar: Minnesota's Ambassadors to the Natural World

Some people have wild stories about their coworkers. Jill’s, though, are unique.

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Scuffy Paulson: Keeping Minnesota Moving

Minnesota winters are tough. In Rochester, several blizzards brought the entire town to a standstill. Major roads and highways were closed, sometimes for days at a time.

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Amanda and Justin: The Paid Family Leave All Families Deserve

Last summer, paid leave bought Justin and Amanda Aurelius something priceless: time off together with their new baby.

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Heather reads to kids in the U of M CDC classroom.

Heather and Emily: Keep The Child Development Center Open - and Thriving

Last year, Heather Lynch and Emily Erpelding got some disturbing news.

National AFSCME News

AFSCME California Members Strike Again to Protest Outsourcing by UC
Watch video of the latest strike against the University of California. — May 24
Council 31 Members Make Gains in the Fight for Workplace Safety
AFSCME Council 31 members who work for Illinois’ Department of Corrections and Department of Juvenile Justice successfully used their union contract. — May 23
Behavioral Health Workers Closer to Winning Full Funding of Student Loan Repayment Program
Establishing and funding this new loan repayment program, part of the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act, is a priority for AFSCME’s United We Heal campaign. — May 22
In No Uncertain Terms
During EMS Week, AFSCME recognizes the skill and dedication shown by EMS professionals. — May 21
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. — May 20

DIGNITY. OPPORTUNITY. FREEDOM.

FOR ALL.