Press Releases Archive
Saunders says Garland will be a voice for working people at the Justice Department
Merrick Garland will lead the Department of Justice with integrity, compassion and adherence to the rule of law at a moment of unprecedented challenge for the nation and working families.
Saunders: Help is coming with passage of the American Rescue Plan
We are just one presidential signature away from finally delivering the relief our families and communities need to emerge from this national crisis.
Saunders cheers Fudge confirmation; says she understands role of public service workers in building strong communities
We have every confidence that Secretary Fudge will ensure that America’s public housing is safe, well-maintained and efficiently run.
Saunders: PRO Act would empower workers, unrig the system, encourage unionization
The PRO Act would help unrig the system and neutralize unscrupulous employers who use coercion, intimidation tactics and retaliatory threats against workers trying to organize.
AFSCME applauds Senate passage of American Rescue Plan
Union of 1.4 million public service workers urges Congress to quickly get a bill to the president’s desk so that we can finally fund the front lines and get relief to struggling families.
Saunders: The For The People Act will restore and revive democracy
H.R. 1 would institute long-overdue reforms to restore accountability and re-enfranchise millions.
Saunders welcomes Cardona confirmation; says Cardona is deeply committed to the success of America’s students
In a time of unique challenges for America’s schools and students, Miguel Cardona will be an excellent leader at the Department of Education.
Saunders hails passage of American Rescue Plan; calls for swift Senate action
AFSCME President Lee Saunders released the following statement responding to the House of Representatives vote to pass the American Rescue Plan:
“On this date in 2020, there were less than 20 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the United States. Exactly one ...
Saunders welcomes Vilsack confirmation; says he will administer nutrition programs with equality and fairness
AFSCME congratulates Secretary Vilsack on assuming leadership of USDA once again.
Saunders hails Buttigieg confirmation; says he will work for bold investments in our nation’s infrastructure
Pete Buttigieg will provide the leadership we need at the Department of Transportation at a moment when bolstering our nation’s infrastructure has never been more important.