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Apr. 28, 2020

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This Workers Memorial Day, We Honor Those Who Died at Work, Including From COVID-19

Roxie Nelson remembers her father, Ed Nelson, as a caring and passionate man who often put the needs of others before his own.

This Workers Memorial Day, We Honor Those Who Died at Work, Including From COVID-19

Apr. 25, 2020

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Saunders to Congress: Helping States, Localities Must Be Next on Your Agenda

Congress has passed – and the president on Friday quickly signed – a $484 billion relief bill for small businesses and hospitals hurting due to the COVID-19 pandem

Saunders to Congress: Helping States, Localities Must Be Next on Your Agenda

Apr. 22, 2020

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In Bridgeport, Occupancy Specialist Provides Relief During Crisis

Imagine you are laid off. You go through the checklist of essential needs for you and your family: food, medications, electricity, water, and shelter. Some expenses cannot be negotiated. When the rent is due – what do you do to keep the roof over your head?

In Bridgeport, Occupancy Specialist Provides Relief During Crisis

Apr. 22, 2020

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‘Our Work is Essential to Keep Kids Safe’

Editor’s note: The following is a story from the front lines of the fight against COVID-19, as told by a member in Washington state:

‘Our Work is Essential to Keep Kids Safe’

Apr. 16, 2020

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AFSCME Local 269 Member Answers The Call To Assist Unemployment Filers

As a customer service representative for the Connecticut Department of Labor in Waterbury, Mayra Cruz of AFSCME Local 269 is on the phone for 10 hours a day, without a telephone headset, assisting clients with their claims and answering questions.

AFSCME Local 269 Member Answers The Call To Assist Unemployment Filers