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Care Workers Demand Higher Wages Amid Federal Budget Cuts and ChallengesNew!!

AFSCME members at a national summit urged action on low wages and federal cuts impacting the care workforce, emphasizing economic benefits of support.

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Teamsters Local 120 Authorizes Strike at B&G Foods for Fair ConditionsNew!!

Teamsters Local 120 members at B&G Foods approve strike for fair wages, health care, and working conditions in Stoughton.

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Harris County Adopts Texas's First County Employee Consultation Policy

AFSCME's new policy in Harris County gives employees a formal voice, enhancing workplace policies and bridging gaps between workers and management.

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Teamsters Strike at AMPI Dairy Over Unfair Labor Practices in Minnesota

Workers at AMPI Dairy strike for fair wages, health care, and job security amid stalled negotiations in Minnesota.

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Nurses Secure Agreement, Call Off Strike Scheduled for March 23

After months of negotiations, nurses at EMMC reach a tentative deal, averting a March 23 strike, achieving key safety and economic gains, with a vote set for March 25.

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Federal Court Upholds Arbitration Rights for University of Florida Faculty

GAINESVILLE, Fla.—A federal court upheld UF's faculty right to arbitration, opposing Florida's SB 266.

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Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Teamsters Leader R.V. Durham

Ralph Vinson “R.V.” Durham led Teamsters Local 391 for over 25 years, advocating for labor rights and worker safety.

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AFSCME Endorses Bill Ensuring Fair Wages for Home Care Workers

AFSCME backs a bill by Murray and Ocasio-Cortez ensuring 3M+ home care workers earn minimum wage and overtime, countering a proposed labor rule change.

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AFT Criticizes Treasury's Management of $1.7 Trillion Student Loans

WASHINGTON—AFT President Randi Weingarten criticized the Education Dept's loan shift to Treasury, citing added burdens.

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Kaiser Clinicians Strike Garners National Attention, Media Coverage

Over 1,000 Kaiser clinicians went on strike, receiving broad support, and drawing national media attention to their concerns over AI's role in healthcare.

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