Local 2006 - Professional Medical Unit

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Image of Martin Luther King Jr. giving a speech in Washington, DC.

It’s Up to Us: Labor Carrying the King Legacy Forward

The following is adapted from remarks delivered by President Saunders at the Los Angeles County Federation of Labor’s Martin Luther King Day Breakfast on January 14, 2023.

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AFSCME supports bill that would further expand and improve loan forgiveness program

Thanks to efforts by the Biden administration and AFSCME, many public service workers,

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AFSCME supports legislative proposal to study mental health in the workplace

Many AFSCME members work in high-stress fields such as public safety, health care, emergency medical services and firefighting.

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AFSCME members from across the country are sharing their stories of progress over the last two years.

The last two years have been full of challenges.

National AFSCME News

In the city where Tyre Nichols was killed, some refuse to watch beating video that 'exploits' Black grief
While the video of Nichols' beating by five since-fired Memphis police officers racked up nearly 2 million views in less than 24 hours, some people say they're refusing to watch the footage because it feels exploitive of Black grief. — Jan 29
Is Israel's new government destroying democracy? Blinken surveys situation on Middle East trip
Tens of thousands of Israelis have poured into the streets each weekend to protest changes Netanyahu and his coalition are planning that opponents believe will curtail civil liberties. — Jan 29
How Las Vegas declared war on thirsty grass and set an example for the desert Southwest
Las Vegas has dramatically cut water use by targeting grass. Its water czars are pushing for bigger changes to fix the Colorado River's water deficit. — Jan 29
Biden's documents misstep helps Trump politically — and legally too
The discovery of classified documents in Biden's garage will make it harder for special prosecutor Jack Smith to indict former President Trump for keeping documents at Mar-a-Lago. — Jan 29
Memphis disbands police unit linked to beating death of Tyre Nichols, as protests continue
Memphis police chief scuttles the "Scorpion" anti-crime unit in response to "heinous actions" by five of its members involved in Tyre Nichols' death. — Jan 28

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