Dear Friend,

This pandemic has made one thing crystal clear - investing in public services is the only way to keep our communities safe and our country strong. Every 10 years, the census determines how the government allocates funding and resources for vital programs and services. If your community is under-counted, that could affect the money allocated for your job and the services you provide.  

So if you haven’t yet, take a moment right now to fill out the census. It’s easy: just click here.

The coronavirus has turned all our lives upside down. So many AFSCME members are on the front lines every day keeping our communities healthy and safe.

But there's more than lives at risk. We are also fighting tooth and nail for the resources we need to keep public services moving. You’ve seen first-hand how important it is we have the staff, the support, the equipment and the funding to do our jobs.

The census also helps fund hospitals, schools, roads and other infrastructure we depend on every day. And it ensures everyone has fair representation and helps us elect leaders who support people in public service.

That’s why we’ve all got to fill out the census.

Remember: it’s quick. It’s easy. It’s anonymous. And it is not just important: It’s absolutely critical.

Your community is counting on you. Make sure you count in the 2020 census so your community has the resources it needs to thrive – including you.

In solidarity,

Brian Weeks
AFSCME Political Action