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Feb. 09, 2022

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Strike Averted - District Council of Trade Unions Ratify Contract With City

After over 25 months of bargaining, the members of the six unions that make up the District Council of Trade Unions (DCTU) have voted in favor of accepting city management most recent proposal, which calls off a declared strike with just over 24 hours to go.

Strike Averted - District Council of Trade Unions Ratify Contract With City

Feb. 09, 2022

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Oregon AFSCME Statement on Revenue Forecast

State lawmakers must prioritize Oregon’s working families and those left behind during the pandemic. While corporate profits skyrocket, our state has serious issues affecting everyday Oregonians that must be addressed.

Oregon AFSCME Statement on Revenue Forecast

Jul. 29, 2021

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AFSCME President Saunders discusses organized labor’s role in workplace mental health

Our nation’s behavioral and mental health workers have helped families and communities deal with every imaginable crisis, including the opioid crisis, gun violence, homelessness and the coronavirus pandemic. But for far too long, their work has not been fully appreciated.

AFSCME President Saunders discusses organized labor’s role in workplace mental health