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Workers rally against the American Red Cross. Photo credit: Omar Tewfik

American Red Cross workers, including AFSCME members, rally for fair contract

American Red Cross (ARC) workers, including many AFSCME members, are rallying this week in cities nationwide to fight back against mistreatment from their employer and demand a fair contract.

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Overlooked by management during the pandemic, Red Cross workers fight for a fair contract

They collect, protect and deliver our nation’s blood supply, yet the almost 3,000 American Red Cross workers are not being paid what they deserve, lack the staff to do

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Biden administration extends pause on student loan repayment

Good news for federal student loan borrowers: This month, the Biden administration again

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Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson. (Photo credit: Drew Angerer/Getty Images)

AFSCME celebrates Jackson’s confirmation; Saunders calls it ‘a watershed moment’

AFSCME members and working families are celebrating the Supreme Court confirmation of Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson, whose life experience and extraordinary legal career make her uniquely attuned t

National AFSCME News

During EMS Week, we honor those who are the ‘epitome of the essential worker’
During EMS Week, AFSCME honors workers whose job it is to be on the front lines day in and day out. — May 16
A Law Enforcement Week tribute from AFSCME
We pay tribute to the brave men and women in law enforcement this week. — May 16
Colorado legislature passes historic collective bargaining bill
Colorado lawmakers have passed landmark legislation to give more than 36,000 county workers the right to collectively bargain. — May 13
American Red Cross workers, including AFSCME members, rally for fair contract
American Red Cross workers, including many AFSCME members, are rallying for a fair contract in cities across the country this week. — May 12
In Public Service Spotlight feature, WI member describes career rooted in dignity
Find out how Evelyn Mikul serves her Wisconsin community in this Public Service Spotlight. — May 11