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AFSCME member urges Congress to make child care more affordable for working families
Nancy Gonzalez, a child care provider and AFSCME member, urged Congress to double a block grant program to help lower-income families afford child care. — May 27
Wisconsin Council 32 files charge against American Red Cross
In a charge filed with the National Labor Relations Board, AFSCME Wisconsin says American Red Cross is bargaining in bad faith. — May 26
‘We will no longer tolerate a failed status quo’ on gun violence
AFSCME President Lee Saunders calls for urgent action to prevent gun violence in the wake of the Texas school shooting. — May 26
Historic union win for workers at one Missouri library system
Meet Missouri’s first active library union. Daniel Boone Regional Library Workers United was formed through AFSCME Council 61. — May 25
AFSCME members honor Mental Health Awareness Month, reflect on changing industry
We honor behavioral health care workers during National Mental Health Awareness Month. — May 24

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