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

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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AFSCME members trek to Capitol Hill to speak against Medicaid cuts
AFSCME members Stephanie Teachman, of New York, and Jeanne Weaver, of Pennsylvania, visited Capitol Hill to speak against Medicaid cuts. — May 19
We honor EMS professionals and recommit to protecting public health
During EMS Week, we recommit to fighting the new administration and extremists in Congress who are trying to undermine public health. — May 19
We mourn and honor AFSCME’s fallen heroes during National Law Enforcement Week
The names of five fallen AFSCME-represented heroes were added to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial this week. — May 16
Fighting to save public health in the Texas capital
AFSCME members in Texas are fighting to protect public health from harmful cuts Congress wants to make. — May 15
Mayors warn that cuts to Medicaid will weaken public safety, emergency services
Mayors sound the alarm: cuts to Medicaid will lead to unsafe communities. — May 13