Political Endorsement – AFSCME 1684

Child care providers ratify historic first contract with state of California
CCPU members have overwhelmingly ratified their historic first contract with the state of California.
From librarian to logistician to homeless advocate, Zack Shlachter tackles the pandemic
Our latest Never Quit Service Award winner, Zack Shlachter of Austin, Texas, kept his community fed during the pandemic.
California child care providers rejoice as governor signs budget trailer bill
Child care providers in California are rejoicing now that Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed union-funding legislation.
Saunders discusses organized labor’s role in workplace mental health
President Lee Saunders joined a panel discussion on the role that organized labor plays in addressing workplace mental health.
AFSCME family enjoys a quiet home life with Union Plus Mortgage
Learn how the Union Plus Mortgage Program can help you achieve your dream of owning a home.

California child care providers ratify historic first contract to raise wages, expand access to child care
"Led by women of color, today’s historic win is the culmination of nearly 20 years of grit and resilience,” said AFSCME President Lee Saunders
AFSCME’s Saunders: Jennifer Abruzzo a ‘perfect choice’ to restore NLRB
As NLRB General Counsel, Abruzzo’s knowledge and experience will allow her to hit the ground running on day one.
Saunders calls on Senate to confirm David Weil for key Department of Labor post
Nobody is better prepared to lead the federal agency charged with enforcing many of our most important labor laws.
Saunders hails confirmation of Julie Su, ‘a seasoned leader…with a passion for helping our most vulnerable workers’
From paid leave to unemployment insurance to occupational safety to job training to wage theft and more, Su has dealt with all the most pressing issues confronting the labor department.
Saunders praises Biden executive order on promoting competition in the American economy
A successful economy must serve the people who produce the goods and services that improve our lives.

CalPERS Names Marlene Timberlake D'Adamo Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer - CalPERS
Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Marcie Frost today announced that CalPERS has named Marlene Timberlake D'Adamo as its first chief diversity, equity, and inclusion officer (CDEIO), effective immediately.
CalPERS Announces Candidates for Fall 2021 Board Election - CalPERS
CalPERS is conducting an election this fall for two Member-at-Large seats on the CalPERS Board of Administration.
Deadline Nears for Member-at-Large Board Election Nominations - CalPERS
CalPERS members interested in seeking election to one of the two representative Member-at-Large board of administration positions have two weeks to complete the nomination process to become candidates.