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Jul. 02, 2020

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Reminding Politicians That Union Members Already "Saved the State Billions"

The news media last week thrust state employees' contractual benefits into the spotlight following Governor Ned Lamont's public remarks at his daily COVD-19 (novel coronavirus) briefing.

Reminding Politicians That Union Members Already "Saved the State Billions"

Jun. 15, 2020

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Catch Our Latest Council 4 Unplugged Podcast

Congressman Joe Courtney from CT’s 2nd District joins us on Council 4 Unplugged to talk about the impact of the coronavirus pandemic and congressional efforts to secure a robust federal aid package -- an initiative we're calling "Fund.

Catch Our Latest Council 4 Unplugged Podcast

May. 28, 2020

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No-Cost Death & Disability Benefit for Council 4 Members

If you are an active member or retiree of Council 4 AFSCME, you can take advantage of a no-cost $4,000 Accidental Death & Dismemberment benefit.

No-Cost Death & Disability Benefit for Council 4 Members

May. 26, 2020

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May. 26, 2020

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Workers Comp in the Age of COVID-19

The labor movement is working nonstop to protect the health and safety of all working people throughout Connecticut, and especially for essential workers who are on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Workers Comp in the Age of COVID-19

May. 26, 2020

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Labor, Allies Call For Pro-Growth, Investment Budget

May 18, 2020—With COVID-19 wreaking economic havoc and threatening vital public services, a diverse group of advocates that includes Council 4 called on elected officials to restore taxes on the wealthy to help mitigate the large deficits facing the state of Connecticut.

Labor, Allies Call For Pro-Growth, Investment Budget