Saunders: Under Biden, Workers Gain Unprecedented Power in Decades

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AFSCME President Lee Saunders lauded President Joe Biden ahead of his third State of the Union address, praising his investments in the public service sector and his support for workers' rights. Saunders highlighted Biden's efforts to lower costs for working families, control prescription drug prices, expand healthcare coverage, forgive student debt, and invest in infrastructure. He emphasized that workers can trust Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris to protect their interests, and called for mobilization to ensure the Biden-Harris administration continues its work.

AFSCME President Comments on Biden's Upcoming State of the Union

AFSCME President, Lee Saunders, issued a statement ahead of President Joe Biden's third State of the Union address. According to Saunders, President Biden's leadership over the past three years has amplified the power of the workforce. Many professionals, from healthcare to childcare, are taking unprecedented actions for workplace dignity and respect, actions that are explicitly supported by President Biden.

Saunders emphasizes the notable fact that Biden is the first sitting U.S. president to join a picket line. The investments by the Biden administration provide public service workers the leverage to secure strong contracts, crucial for state and local governments to attract and maintain essential workers to keep communities functional.

Biden's Impact on the Economy

President Biden has been implementing strategies to rectify an economy skewed against working people. Saunders outlines how Biden is reducing costs for working families, controlling soaring prescription drug prices, broadening healthcare coverage, forgiving student debt, and making vital investments in rebuilding our country's infrastructure.

However, challenges persist. Saunders mentions the obstacles created by extremists in Congress who persistently hinder progress, even to the extent of risking a government shutdown. Yet, President Biden has acted as a powerful resistance to these attacks, defending crucial programs like Social Security and Medicare.

Continued Support for Workers

Workers can rely on President Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris for their continued support in the White House. Saunders stresses the importance of Biden conveying his commitment to working families in the upcoming address. He states that AFSCME and its allies will remain active, focusing on mobilizing members and communities to make sure the Biden-Harris administration can continue advocating for working people.

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