AFSCME New Jersey

We believe that every person working to sustain their community deserves respect.

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Working Americans Step Up and Win Big in 2018 Midterms

The best spokespeople for anyone running for elected office are everyday Americans spreading the word to their neighbors, co-workers, friends and relatives.

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Unions Push for “Grade A” Paid Parental Leave

Better wages. Check. Better working conditions. Check.

Believe It or Not, Congress Seeks More Tax Cuts for the Rich

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Believe It or Not, Congress Seeks More Tax Cuts for the Rich

At a time when our country needs real investments in infrastructure, education and public services, congressional leaders

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A Decade Later: Four Ways Working People Are Still Paying for the 2008 Financial Crisis

It was 10 years ago this month that the 2008 financial crisis kicked into high gear.

National AFSCME News

AFSCME’s Archives: A Treasure Trove of Labor History
Learn about AFSCME’s archives, a rich lode of labor history. — Nov 13
For AFSCME, Walker’s Defeat in Wisconsin Was an Especially Important Victory
AFSCME members have much to celebrate about the results of the 2018 midterm elections. But one victory in particular was especially sweet – our successful effort to deny Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker a third term. — Nov 9
Victory over Rauner in Illinois Was Proof of AFSCME’s Strength
Gov. Bruce Rauner was not a friend of working people. So working people worked hard to make sure he was denied a second term. — Nov 9
Working Americans Step Up and Win Big in 2018 Midterms
Public service workers who are AFSCME members came out this year across the nation to help elect candidates who support working families. — Nov 8
AFSCME Pres. Lee Saunders Hails Pro-Worker Victories in Midterms
AFSCME President Lee Saunders praised union members for defying wealthy special interests and electing many pro-worker candidates to state and federal offices in the mid-term elections. — Nov 7

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