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a blog for AFGE's members and employees to communicate their opinions in a forum with each other

Remembering 9/11

Posted on September 11, 2012 by Union Blog

The attacks on September 11, 2001, had a devastating effect on federal employees and military service members. The Pentagon took a direct hit, killing dozens of workers. Federal employees also were at the World Trade Center in New York City … Continue reading →

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[VIDEO] AFGE VA Local 1633 President Anthony McCray Discusses the Importance of Union Activism

Posted on March 16, 2012 by Union Blog

AFGE Local 1633 President Anthony McCray with the Department of Veterans Affairs discusses his work as a union activist and the importance of supporting our nation’s veterans.

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Y’all come on down!

Posted on March 8, 2012 by Union Blog

By Terry Duncan | AFGE Local 3448 | AFGE SSA Council 220 Y’all come on down! Like revivals of old, AFGE’s annual call to come on down to Washington, DC in February is a call to inspire its activist members … Continue reading →

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Planting Time

Posted on February 29, 2012 by Union Blog

By Mark Young | AFGE Local 1509 Before we can be grassroots, we have to plant the seeds. Poor seed means poor growth, good seed means thick, lush meadows and bumper crops. Our union message is the seed we plant. … Continue reading →

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Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Executive Order 10988

Posted on January 19, 2012 by Union Blog

January 17th marked the 50th anniversary of President Kennedy’s signing of Executive Order 10988, which began collective bargaining in the federal government. Not only did this Executive Order permit workers to join and engage in union activity but it also … Continue reading →

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AFGE VA Local 1843 President Kelvin Flannery Discusses Challenges Facing the VA

Posted on January 19, 2012 by Union Blog

AFGE VA Local 1843 President Kelvin Flannery discusses the negative impact of budget cuts on the Department of Veterans Affairs and how it affects the agency’s ability to attract and retain the best talent.

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AFGE Member Publishes Guide for Veterans Seeking Federal Employment

Posted on January 19, 2012 by Union Blog

AFGE Local 3258 member and US Navy Veteran, Mark Butler, returned home from active duty in January 2008 in the midst of the recession. Despite having numerous qualifications, Butler was heavily affected by the economy and subsequent job freeze. While … Continue reading →

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AFGE Local 1302 Treasurer Mike Schnobrich Discusses the Impact of Budget Cuts on the Bureau of Prisons

Posted on January 19, 2012 by Union Blog

AFGE BOP Local 1302 Treasurer Mike Schnobrich discusses why he joined the federal work force and the devastating effects of budgets cuts on the Bureau of Prisons.