Your weekly Insider update.

IMPORTANT: This information should not be downloaded using government equipment, read during duty time or sent to others using government equipment, because it suggests action to be taken in support or against legislation, or actions that could violate the Hatch Act. Do not use your government email address or government phone in contacting your lawmakers. Do not forward this email to government or home email addresses as it contains AFGE member information specific to you.

AFGE Seeks 3.5% Pay Raise for Feds in 2021 Find out how AFGE is pushing for a 3.5% pay adjustment increase in 2021. Read More » AFGE’s Top 4 Legislative Priorities for 2020 Learn more about AFGE's key legislative initiatives this year. Read More » A Peek into 5 DHS Agencies Explains Why DHS Constantly Ranks Last in Employee Surveys Learn more about which agencies struggle with high turnover and low employee morale. Read More » 5 Stories That Matter Here are a few of the most important stories you need to know about this week. Click here to stay in the know » This Week in Labor History Jan. 27, 1850: Birthdate of Samuel Gompers, first president and founder of American Federation of Labor. A cigarmaker by trade, Gompers received some of the education that shaped his approach to unionism through his work on the shop floor. This Week's Member Benefit With Union Plus Legal Program, you can find reliable advice at an affordable price if you need legal help or simply have a question of a legal nature. Click here for details » For the latest AFGE news and information, follow us on: