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As New York City became the epicenter of the global coronavirus pandemic, emergency medical services (EMS) professionals, including

During Law Enforcement Week, we honor public safety officers who paid the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

Roxie Nelson remembers her father, Ed Nelson, as a caring and passionate man who often put the needs of others before his own.

Editor’s note: The following is a story from the front lines of the fight against COVID-19, as told by a member in Washington state:

Kentuckians Call for Robust Federal Aid
Kentucky’s leaders and dedicated public service workers called for urgent, direct federal aid to save their state and their communities. — May 29
NV Senators, Front-Line Workers Call for State, Local Aid
Nevada’s U.S. senators and AFSCME Local 4041 members agree – it’s high time the Senate passes a federal aid package to states, cities and towns. — May 28
A fiscal tsunami is headed for states, cities, towns. Why is the Senate still not acting?
States, cities and towns need help fast but the U.S. Senate refuses to act. Why? — May 28
‘Every Day is Sign-a-Card Day:’ How One Local is Growing During COVID-19
Organizing workers is tough, and especially so during the COVID-19 pandemic. But one Washington state local isn’t letting the crisis stand in the way. — May 27
A Life of Service: One Man’s Mission to Put Others First
Oregon AFSCME member Michael Stewart volunteered to work in the COVID-19 unit at Oregon Health & Science University. Find out why he felt compelled to raise his hand. — May 26