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Nov. 14, 2017

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Municipal Elections Deliver Victories for Working People

On Nov. 7, 2017, voters across Connecticut’s municipalities turned out and delivered a strong message demanding change in electoral politics – including the need to show greater respect for the right of union members to bargain for decent pay and benefits.

Municipal Elections Deliver Victories for Working People

Oct. 30, 2017

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Council 4 Members Call Janus Case An Assault on Our Freedom

For Immediate Release
Oct. 23, 2017

Council 4 Members Call Janus Case An Assault on Our Freedom

Oct. 30, 2017

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State Budget Finally Passes, With Bargaining Impacts

Oct. 26, 2017 -- The Connecticut General Assembly has reached agreement on a two-year, $41.3 billion budget. The budget passed both chambers by veto proof margins of 33-3 in the State Senate and 126-23 in the House of Representatives.

State Budget Finally Passes, With Bargaining Impacts

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AFSCME Helps Donate Water Filters to Puerto Rico

More than a month after Hurricane Maria devastated Puerto Rico, nearly 1 million Americans (of the 3.5 million who live on the island) still have no drinking water.

AFSCME Helps Donate Water Filters to Puerto Rico

Oct. 23, 2017

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For Local 714's Bill Seedman, A Father’s Words Inspire a Lifetime of Service

Bill Seedman’s father once told him the worst thing in the world is wanting to work but not being able to find a job.

For Local 714's Bill Seedman, A Father’s Words Inspire a Lifetime of Service