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As Feds Fight for Proper PPE, Coronavirus Hits Home with First Deaths

Find out more on how the coronavirus pandemic is impacting government workers and their families.

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6 Things Congress Can Do to Protect Federal Frontline Workers Against Covid-19

Find out more on AFGE's legislative priorities to protect government workers.  

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AFGE VA Council Sues Biased FLRA, Impasses Panel

Find out how AFGE'S National VA Council is fighting back against this illegal move by FSIP.

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April Is Sexual Assault Awareness Month

Lean more about how to support victims of sexual violence.

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5 Stories That Matter

Here are a few of the most important stories you need to know about this week.

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This Week in Labor History

April 15, 1929: Birthdate of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. In addition to his contribution to the civil rights movement of the 1950s and 1960s, King was an earnest crusader for labor, particularly municipal and hospital workers.

This Week's Member Benefit

Over 180 million Americans are struggling with some or all aspects of their financial lives. AFGE’s Debt Settlement Program is a solution for a member who is not able to pay off debt through credit counseling's debt management plan, but at the same time does not want to declare bankruptcy.

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