AFSCME Blog Feed

Iowa prison worker deaths prompt urgent call for reforms
Two AFSCME prison workers in Iowa were killed on the job. This could’ve been avoided if there had been adequate staffing, Council 61 argues. — Apr 9
To promote prosperity and higher wages, expand collective bargaining, report suggests
A new report shows that a loss of collective bargaining has been a major factor in depressing wage growth over the last four decades. — Apr 8
Report details broken promises of New Jersey behavioral health industry
New Jersey’s top behavioral health providers have done well for themselves but have neglected their patients and employees, a new report finds. — Apr 7
Value the work of AFSCME library workers
Say thanks to a library worker on this National Library Workers Day. Honor the value they bring to the communities they serve. — Apr 6
AFSCME members in Hawaii are already benefitting from the American Rescue Plan
AFSCME members in Hawaii are already seeing the benefits of the American Rescue Plan, which has taken furloughs and layoffs off the table for now. — Apr 5