• Illinois needs Fair Tax reform

    Illinois needs Fair Tax reform

    The old way of taxing income in Illinois is unfair and inadequate. Curious how many taxpayers in your county will pay less (or the same) under Fair Tax Reform? Click here for an interactive map!

  • Why We Vote

    Why We Vote

    An interview with Maja Lindall (age 10), On the Move contributing artist.

  • Trump blocks aid to state, local governments

    Trump blocks aid to state, local governments

    President Trump said on Tuesday, October 6 that he would halt all negotiations for a coronavirus relief bill with Congress until after the election.

  • Their Job: Stopping the spread of the virus

    Their Job: Stopping the spread of the virus

    AFSCME members at the Illinois Department of Public Health in Chicago, Springfield and Carbondale are on the front lines in the battle against the coronavirus, helping save as many lives as possible.

  • Change must come

    Change must come

    AFSCME joins in mourning the unconscionable death of George Floyd and in demanding justice for his family and an end to the contagion of racism that continues to beset our country.

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New! It's time to vote!

This election is like no other. Election Day is November 3 but you can vote early or request your mail-in ballot TODAY.
New! AFSCME Endorsements: 2020 General Election

Vote for our future! AFSCME Illinois PEOPLE has endorsed the following candidates who will fight not just for workers’ rights but the health, safety and dignity of every human being.
We're Not Alone

AFSCME supports the Fair Tax because it fixes our unfair tax system and will bring in much-needed revenue for public jobs and services. And we're not alone.
New! AFSCME Members are voting YES for the Fair Tax

AFSCME Council 31 and AFSCME Retirees Chapter 31 are joined in supporting the Fair Tax by more than 125 other unions with more than 1 million members.

AFSCME members help students thrive—safely

“We’re going to get through this. We know AFSCME has our back.”
New Chief Safety Officer position makes prisons safer

Union-created role addresses crises, issues in pandemic: “The union’s Chief Safety Officer is there to ensure that the safety of all is priority number one.”
New! Vote YES for Tom Kilbride

Mark your ballot YES to retain Judge Tom Kilbride on the Illinois Supreme Court. Don’t miss or skip that question on the ballot. Your retirement security is at stake.
New! Vote for a voice on IMRF pension board

In the IMRF Trustee election, the IEA and AFSCME recommend AFSCME member Tracie Mitchell and IEA member Hugh Cunningham to serve a five-year term. Ballots must be received by the IMRF by December 4.
New! Remote education a balancing act, especially for women

School closings have kept kids at home and, as a result, many parents—mothers in particular—are struggling to meet the needs of both their children and their jobs.
New! On the Job: Jamie Sonta Smith at Carterville School District #5

“We keep these kids safe when they go to school—even more now.”
New! Vote to re-elect Verna Thompson for MEABF Trustee

AFSCME Council 31 recommends the re-election of Verna Thompson in the upcoming 2020 MEABF Trustee election.
Illinois AFL-CIO President Tim Drea calls for action on stimulus

"This should not be a partisan issue. The coronavirus is devastating all communities governed by officials from both parties. And federal aid is designed to save jobs and public services everywhere."
Fair Tax facts: Don't be misled!

The Fair Tax amendment is popular, necessary and the right thing to do. Opponents who want to avoid paying their share try to confuse voters about what fair tax reform will do. Here are the facts to fight back against their false attacks.
Stay Safe: Suicide Awareness Month

Twelve employees at the Department of Corrections died by suicide last year. During Suicide Awareness month, AFSCME is sharing a message of hope and concern.
Illinois expands vote by mail

Safe voting options increased during ongoing pandemic when Gov. JB Pritzker signed a law expanding the state’s vote-by-mail program for the general election in November.