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Dec. 04, 2017

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AFSCME v. Janus: A Threat To All Working People

AFSCME members across the country, including Correctional Officer Matt Quigley from Local 1565 of Council 4, offer insight into how a Supreme Court case called Janus v. AFSCME threatens the rights and freedoms of all workers, union and non-union alike.

AFSCME v. Janus: A Threat To All Working People

Dec. 04, 2017

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AFSCME Local 318 Members Step Up For Foodshare

Wethersfield, CT Dec. 4, 2017 -- Responding to the continued problem of food insecurity throughout Connecticut, members of AFSCME Local 318, representing more than 600 state administrative and clerical workers in central Connecticut, have donated $500 to Foodshare.

AFSCME Local 318 Members Step Up For Foodshare

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