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AFGE VA Council’s Major Win Against Trump’s Executive Order

Find out more about this latest win for VA employees.

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New COVID-19 Bill Includes AFGE’s 7 Priorities Benefiting Front-line Workers

Learn more about the HEROES Act and how it aims to support front-line workers.

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4 Coronavirus-Related Leave Categories You Need to Know About

Find out more about the four types of coronavirus-related leave for federal employees.

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Can you see me now? 8 Video Conference Tips for Union Activists

Check out these quick these tips on how to nail your next video call.

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AFGE Spotlight

A weekly digest of what your union has been up to and where AFGE members have been featured in the media.

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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

May 22, 1920: The Lehlbach-Sterling Retirement Bills, signed by President Wilson, allow Railway Mail Clerks retirement eligibility at 62, clerks, carriers, mechanics at 65, and all others at 70.

This Week's Member Benefit

Send your loved ones floral love during these quarantined days and make them smile. As an AFGE member you’ll get a discount.

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