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AFSCME Rallies Nationwide Against Cuts to Research and Education

AFSCME members nationwide protest cuts to vital research and education, highlighting threats to scientific progress and community well-being.

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US Foods Teamsters Secure New Contract with Major Wage and Benefit Gains

Over 430 Teamsters at US Foods Minneapolis ratify a new contract, achieving a 20.4% wage increase and improved benefits.

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UAW Supports Michigan House Democrats' Bold Workers' Rights Bills

Michigan House Democrats introduced a workers’ rights legislative package, supported by UAW, aiming to protect workers from corporate greed and enhance labor laws.

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UAW members strike against Lockheed Martin over unfair labor practices

Over 900 UAW members strike at Lockheed Martin for fair wages amid record profits, highlighting broader labor tensions and corporate greed issues in the defense sector.

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AFT President Weingarten Responds to Supreme Court Hearing on Charter Cases

AFT President Randi Weingarten warns that funding religious charter schools could harm public education and democracy.

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AFSCME members rally against federal budget cuts threatening services

AFSCME members, led by Charlotte Neal, rally on Capitol Hill against proposed $1.5 trillion budget cuts affecting Medicaid and SNAP, vital to millions.

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Teamsters Local 469 Secures First NJ Cannabis Industry Contract

Teamsters Local 469 has ratified its first cannabis industry contract in NJ and organized a new dispensary swiftly.

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Nurses Advocate for Medicare for All Act Amid Healthcare System Challenges

At a congressional bill reintroduction, leaders of the largest nurses union advocate for Medicare for All, highlighting its potential life-saving benefits.

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AFT President criticizes bill threatening Pell grants and student aid

AFT President Randi Weingarten criticizes a House bill cutting $330B from college aid, risking higher student debt.

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AFSCME GO: Fight Back Against Billionaire Tax Cuts and Union Attacks

AFSCME GO urges action against congressional cuts threatening public services and jobs. Call Congress, recruit members, and fundraise to protect rights.

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