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More out of pocket expense for families

The Kaiser Family Foundation has recently released a report employer sponored health insurance stating that out of pocket medical cost for families could reach $20,000.  That dollar figure includes increasesd cost of employees contributions to portion of health insuranc...

Work Zone Safety

So far this year there have been  2361 crashes, 933 injuries and 13 fatalities.  Distraction is a big part of the problem.  Drivers are not concentrating on traffic.  

Labor Advocate Reports

Labor Advocate Report

Contract ratified by Membership, approved by HC Commissioners

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2019-2021 Contract Ratified by Membership85% of 2822 voters voted to accept the new contract with Hennepin County. We know we deserve better; we have already started fighting for our next contract!Thank you to everyone who voted and everyone who has been fighting for be...

"You can't scare me. I'm sticking to the union!"

Happy Halloween from AFSCME Locals 3090 and 2626, seen here paying tribute to the famous Woody Guthrie folksong about that fearless union maid who never was afraid...  To all union-busting goons and ginks, they warn, “You can't scare us. We’re sticking to the union!"

2018 General Election Endorsements

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The AFSCME Council 57 Political Action Committee has announced our endorsements for state and local races for the November 6, 2018, general election.>> Click here to download the November 2018 state and local endorsements (PDF)

Hurricane Michael Aftermath

Hurricane Michael was the most powerful storm to hit the Florida panhandle in over 100 years leaving catastrophic damage in it's path. Emergency teams are now assessing the destruction and providing assistance to those in impacted areas. Governor Scott is urging evacuee...

AFSCME Winter Celebration

Our AFSCME winter celebration event will be held on Wednesday, December 19th, noon, at South Central College in North Mankato.  As in the past, we will be having door prize drawings for our members.  If you have a talent that you would like to showcase, we would greatly...

"I'm a Librarian -- I looked it up."

There comes a time when you have to make a choice about what you’re willing to take. For Los Angeles City employees who have been more than patient over months of contract negotiations, now is that time. Unfortunately, despite all of their best efforts at reaching an ag...

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

Photograph of the U.S. Capitol building at night overlaid with transparent images of the U.S. $1 bill.
At a time when our country needs real investments in infrastructure, education and public services, congressional leaders are doubling down on tax cuts for the rich.

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

Photograph of the U.S. Capitol building at night overlaid with transparent images of the U.S. $1 bill.
At a time when our country needs real investments in infrastructure, education and public services, congressional leaders are doubling down on tax cuts for the rich.

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

Photograph of the U.S. Capitol building at night overlaid with transparent images of the U.S. $1 bill.
At a time when our country needs real investments in infrastructure, education and public services, congressional leaders are doubling down on tax cuts for the rich.

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

Photograph of the U.S. Capitol building at night overlaid with transparent images of the U.S. $1 bill.
At a time when our country needs real investments in infrastructure, education and public services, congressional leaders are doubling down on tax cuts for the rich.

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

Photograph of the U.S. Capitol building at night overlaid with transparent images of the U.S. $1 bill.
At a time when our country needs real investments in infrastructure, education and public services, congressional leaders are doubling down on tax cuts for the rich.

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

Photograph of the U.S. Capitol building at night overlaid with transparent images of the U.S. $1 bill.
At a time when our country needs real investments in infrastructure, education and public services, congressional leaders are doubling down on tax cuts for the rich.

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

Photograph of the U.S. Capitol building at night overlaid with transparent images of the U.S. $1 bill.
At a time when our country needs real investments in infrastructure, education and public services, congressional leaders are doubling down on tax cuts for the rich.

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

Photograph of the U.S. Capitol building at night overlaid with transparent images of the U.S. $1 bill.
At a time when our country needs real investments in infrastructure, education and public services, congressional leaders are doubling down on tax cuts for the rich.

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

Photograph of the U.S. Capitol building at night overlaid with transparent images of the U.S. $1 bill.
At a time when our country needs real investments in infrastructure, education and public services, congressional leaders are doubling down on tax cuts for the rich.

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

Photograph of the U.S. Capitol building at night overlaid with transparent images of the U.S. $1 bill.
At a time when our country needs real investments in infrastructure, education and public services, congressional leaders are doubling down on tax cuts for the rich.

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

Photograph of the U.S. Capitol building at night overlaid with transparent images of the U.S. $1 bill.
At a time when our country needs real investments in infrastructure, education and public services, congressional leaders are doubling down on tax cuts for the rich.

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

Photograph of the U.S. Capitol building at night overlaid with transparent images of the U.S. $1 bill.
At a time when our country needs real investments in infrastructure, education and public services, congressional leaders are doubling down on tax cuts for the rich.

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

Photograph of the U.S. Capitol building at night overlaid with transparent images of the U.S. $1 bill.
At a time when our country needs real investments in infrastructure, education and public services, congressional leaders are doubling down on tax cuts for the rich.

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

Photograph of the U.S. Capitol building at night overlaid with transparent images of the U.S. $1 bill.
At a time when our country needs real investments in infrastructure, education and public services, congressional leaders are doubling down on tax cuts for the rich.

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

Photograph of the U.S. Capitol building at night overlaid with transparent images of the U.S. $1 bill.
At a time when our country needs real investments in infrastructure, education and public services, congressional leaders are doubling down on tax cuts for the rich.

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

Photograph of the U.S. Capitol building at night overlaid with transparent images of the U.S. $1 bill.
At a time when our country needs real investments in infrastructure, education and public services, congressional leaders are doubling down on tax cuts for the rich.

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