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Why Scott Walker is Bad for America

Last month, governor and prospective presidential candidate Scott Walker signed legislation making Wisconsin the 25th“right-to-work” state in the country, just years after curbing the collective bargaining rights of public sector...

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The European Advantage

At an American dinner table, no topic is more divisive than Europe. To those on the left of the dinner table, our allies across the Atlantic are models for the...

It’s Time for a National Minimum Wage Increase

With the passing of the ordinance to raise the minimum wage to $15 an hour in the city of Seattle, Washington, the time is ripe for the country to demand...

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Council 13 Connection This publication is emailed to current members in a digital format. It includes the latest news from AFSCME Council 13, as well as the stories of members’...

Workers’ Compensation

It is important to know your rights and how to navigate the workers’ compensation system if you get hurt on the job. First and foremost, you should immediately give notice...

U.S. Supreme Court Opposes Unions in Harris V. Quinn Ruling.

The U.S. Supreme Court’s conservative majority dealt a major blow to organized labor this week in its 5-4 vote on Harris v. Quinn, ruling that home healthcare workers in the...

AFSCME Council 13 ratifies 3-year contract with Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Harrisburg, PA (September 6, 2016) – On August 3, Council 13’s State Policy Committee unanimously approved a three-year contract proposal. AFSCME Council 13 moved the vote to all of its...

UPDATED: Informational meetings about 2017 PEBTF benefit changes

Your benefits are changing! You will have to choose a new medical plan for 2017. New health plans and benefit designs will be offered – you will have your choice...

AFSCME Council 13 announces 32nd Biennial Non-State Education Conference

AFSCME Council 13 announces its 32nd Biennial Non-State Education Conference from September 30 to October 2. The conference will be held at the Sheraton Erie Bayfront. Final registration cut-off is...