‘Low Priority Programs’
March 03, 2017
The winners and losers in the Administration's Budget Proposal.
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Running in D.C. with Friends? Yes, Please!
March 03, 2017
FEEA is hosting its fifth 5K Run/Walk on May 7. All proceeds benefit federal employees in need.
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Police Officer, Karate Instructor, Life Saver
March 03, 2017
Meet AFGE's Law Enforcement Officer of the Year who lives to make a difference.
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Member Profile, The Insider
Paid Time Off to Care for Your Baby?
February 24, 2017
Successful companies offer new parents paid leave. The federal government is now trying to step up their game.
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Voters Reject Cuts to Social Security, Medicare
February 17, 2017
As lawmakers are trying to find ways to slash Social Security and Medicare benefits, voters have once again rejected these cuts.
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Labor Nominee's Withdrawal Is Victory for Working People
February 17, 2017
Under pressure from working people across the country, Andrew Puzder withdrew as Trump's nominee to head the Labor Department.
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DOL, The Insider
International Solidarity in Action
February 14, 2017
Three union leaders from three different countries are standing with American government employees.
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The Insider
DEFCON Creates New Medical Employees Caucus
February 14, 2017
AFGE’s Defense Conference (DEFCON) has created a new caucus to focus on issues affecting medical personnel throughout the Department of Defense.
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DEFCON, The Insider
10 Elected Officials Are Standing Up for Civil Servants
February 10, 2017
What lawmakers are saying about the people who keep our country running
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The Insider
My Story: Why I Stand with Working Families
February 10, 2017
Three members of Congress shared their personal stories about how their lives have been touched by labor unions and government employees.
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Federal Employees Say ‘Union, YES!’
February 03, 2017
AFGE's membership reached another record high in January. Congratulations!
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8 Bills That Could Affect Your Job
February 03, 2017
Congress has taken many actions that impact federal employees and the public they serve. Some proposals are clearly aimed at punishing non-supporters. Here's a list of bills we need to watch out for.
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Layoffs Ahead
February 03, 2017
Thousands will be forced off the job when their appointments end due to the hiring freeze instituted by President Trump.
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Second-Class Status for Workers Who Protect Our Skies?
February 02, 2017
TSA officers carry out a vital job protecting air travelers and our aviation system. They're treated like second-class federal employees, but we can fix that.
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In the Works: 3.2% Pay Raise in 2018
January 31, 2017
Congressman Gerry Connolly has introduced a bill to give federal employees a 3.2% pay raise in 2018
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