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The Secret White House Memo: Inside Trump’s Plan to Destroy Unions

A leaked White House memo, as first reported by the New York Times and then obtained by POLITICO, outlines President Trump’s plans to purge unions and end collective bargaining in the federal government.

Find out how they plan to do it »
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AFGE to File Charge against GSA for Illegally Implementing Executive Orders

GSA and AFGE have been in contract negotiations for several weeks, and the union has routinely reminded the agency that it could not unilaterally implement the EOs. GSA, however, told the union the agency intends to impose several provisions of the EOs on or about Oct. 26.

Find out what GSA is trying to take away from union members »
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2019 P.O.R.T. Training: Fired Up, Ready to Roll!

The 2019 P.O.R.T. Leadership Academy brought together hundreds of activists to advance their skills in political action, organizing, representation, and training. In its eighth year, P.O.R.T. continues to educate new activists and hone the skills of dedicated trade unionists. This year is the first time that eight districts – District 2, 5, 6, 9, 10, 11, and 14 – joined together to host the event.

Find out why AFGE activists need effective training in order to win »

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AFGE Leaders Walk the Picket Line with UAW

Nearly 50,000 United Auto Workers members nationwide have been on strike since Sept. 16 after General Motors refused to meet autoworker demands on issues like fair wages, affordable health care, and equality for temporary employees.

Find out how AFGE has been showing support for UAW in their current fight »
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5 Stories That Matter

Labor unions face a new threat from Alaska, most federal retirees and Social Security recipients to get a cost of living adjustment, and much more. 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

Oct. 18, 1648: Shoemakers of Boston, first labor organization in America, was founded.

This Week's Member Benefit

Planning a Hawaiian vacation? Hawaiian Airlines offers AFGE members the Preferred Affiliate Program. With this program, members will receive a 5% discount from North America to Hawaii on the lowest available Hawaiianair.com web fares.
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