AFSCME Council 57

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Council 57 Supports Myanmar Strike

The AFSCME Council 57 Executive Board approved the following resolution in response to the Feb. 1 military takeover in Myanmar and the nationwide general strike that followed:

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In 2021, Let’s Remember to Have Each Other’s Backs

I’ve said this before, and I’ll say it again: It’s an honor to serve as your Council 57 president.

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AFSCME’s free bachelor’s degree program is here to stay

There is good news for AFSCME members looking to pursue higher education. AFSCME Free College has made its

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Lodi Member Scares Off Attacker, Saves Woman’s Life

If you asked Shawn Tallerico why he does his job for Lodi’s public works department or why he stepped up to be a leader in our union, his answer would be simple and honest.

Racial Justice Resources for Union Members

Our sister union UNAC/UHCP put together this timely list of racial justice resources. We encourage you to check it out, understand why this issue is so important and then apply the principles to yourself and others. It's the least we can do as working people.

Workers’ Bill of Rights During COVID-19 Crisis

The COVID-19 crisis is devastating workers in every industry. This crisis is also exposing the gaping holes in our social safety net and laying bare just how rigged this economy is against workers and our families and how tilted it is to the wealthy and powerful. It’s time for decision-makers to hear from us about what we demand to weather this crisis and the changes we need to create an economy that prioritizes working people going forward.

National AFSCME News

AFSCME president urges swift Senate action on COVID-19 relief bill
AFSCME President Lee Saunders is asking the Senate to do what the House of Representatives did over the weekend – pass the Biden administration’s American Rescue Plan. — Mar 1
Union 411: A Video Resource for AFSCME Members
Learn how to access our full Union 411 video series. — Feb 26
To honor Black history, fund our front-line heroes
What’s the best way to Congress to recognize Black History Month? Passing aid to states, cities, towns and schools. This column explains why. — Feb 25
40,000 child care providers win COVID-19 relief
Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed legislation that will deliver critical COVID-19 relief to child care providers facing economic disaster. — Feb 24
AFSCME supports Amazon workers seeking a voice on the job
Amazon workers – like workers everywhere – deserve a union and the company’s employees in Bessemer, Alabama, are trying to make that happen. — Feb 23

A CHAMPION FOR WORKING PEOPLE

and the workers who provide the vital public services that make California happen