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University of Pennsylvania libraries staff win union election, extending wave of unionization

Philadelphia – Penn Libraries staff, unionizing as AFSCME DC 47 Local 590 Penn Libraries United, announced this

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Federal funding to help vulnerable Americans in danger of getting cut

Federal money for programs and services that help millions of vulnerable Americans and employ many AFSCME members could be in jeopardy next year.

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New legislation would be transformational for public service workers nationwide

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AFSCME members support President Biden’s new student debt relief plans

National AFSCME News

We love to sea it: Independence Seaport Museum workers say yes to a union
Sea it to believe it. A new union sets sail in Philadelphia. — May 28
Uncle Sam may garnish your Social Security if you have unpaid student debt
If you are a retiree with unpaid student loans, the government may garnish your Social Security check. — May 27
Zabdiel Martinez: I help families get food support, and Congress’ budget will hurt them.
The fight against a cruel budget bill moves to the Senate. — May 23
Increasing hunger in America to give billionaires tax cuts
A bill approved by the House of Representatives today is putting the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) under threat like never before. — May 22
In a win for billionaires, the House passed a budget that hurts working families
Billionaires win with House-passed budget. — May 22