John,
Let’s get one thing clear from the outset: 2024 is not ending the way many of us hoped it would. But the uncertainty over a change in presidential administrations does not take away from the incredible accomplishments we delivered for federal and D.C. government workers over the past year.
From record organizing growth to new rights and protections for many of the employees we represent, AFGE members had a lot to celebrate this year – and we’re looking back at our top 10 victories in this latest edition of the Government Standard.
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AFGE continued to secure significant victories this year that have improved the lives of all government employees and their families, as we used our collective voice to speak out against unjust policies and proposals.
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The election of Donald Trump as the next president of the United States and the leadership changes in Congress bring with it a lot of uncertainty – for our jobs, our workplace rights, and our individual freedoms. But what’s not uncertain is the commitment of our members, and all federal and D.C. government employees, to continue working on behalf of all Americans.
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For months leading up to Election Day, AFGE members across the country knocked on doors and phone banked to get out the union vote for Kamala Harris and pro-worker candidates. AFGE members at all levels were involved in outreach for the 2024 elections, given the stakes for the future of our union and the entire labor movement.
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AFGE reached our goal of organizing 300,000 members just two months into the year, and we’re well on our way to reaching our newest goal of 325,000 members by 2025.
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Also in this issue, we highlight the Women and Fair Practices Department’s accomplishments this year, spotlight AFGE members who have served in both the military and civil service in honor of Military Family Appreciation Month, profile one of our outstanding members who continue to give back as an AFGE Retiree, look back at the rise of Lunch and Learn organizing events within AFGE, and hear from President Kelley on what the future holds for our union.
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