• 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!

  • 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.

  • Why We Vote

    Why We Vote

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

  • 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.
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 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.
New! Vote to re-elect Kevin Ochalla to the Cook County Pension Fund

Mail ballots must be received by the Cook County Pension Fund no later than October 28 to be counted.
New! 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.

VIDEO: AFSCME is ready to meet this moment

Members of the AFSCME Council 31 Executive Board share their thoughts on the challenges before us as we work to end ingrained racism.
Larry Marquardt Scholarship winners head to college

Congratulations to three children of AFSCME members—Rachel Ashley, Mary Hicks and Edward McMillian—who were awarded AFSCME Council 31’s 2020 Larry Marquardt Scholarship.
Fighting the virus

Tens of thousands of AFSCME members have been at their worksites daily throughout the pandemic in cities, counties, universities, school districts, and nonprofit agencies all across the state, performing work deemed essential.
Layoffs, budget cuts loom if Senate Republicans don’t act

President Trump and Senate Republicans are refusing to include critical aid to state and local governments in a new federal coronavirus relief package.
O School counselors join AFSCME

Support our newest AFSCME members as they advocate for their students and one other at the bargaining table.
Surviving COVID-19—with pay

Both Josh Howard and Erin Hamilton-Howard—members of AFSCME Local 2073—tested positive for COVID-19 early in the pandemic. AFSCME helped make sure they had the paid time off they needed.