Lee Saunders
On Labor Day, we celebrate our power – and pledge to build it.
On Labor Day, we celebrate the power of workers to form unions, stand in solidarity, and together, improve our lives.
From the Leadership
Press Releases
AFSCME’s Saunders: Big ugly jobs report highlights Trump administration’s failing anti-worker policies
AFSCME President Lee Saunders released the following statement on the Bureau of Labor Statistics August jobs report:
Libraries, Museums, Cultural Institutions, and Nation’s Largest Cultural Worker Union Urge Court to Block President Trump’s Effort to Dismantle the Nation’s Cultural and Educational Infrastructure
Supporting Brief Highlights the Devastating Impact of Executive Order Gutting the Institute of Museum and Library Services
AFSCME’s Saunders: Stripping Voice of America workers of their union is a clear act of retaliation. But we will not back down.
AFSCME President Lee Saunders released the following statement after President Trump moved to strip Voice of America employees of their union
AFSCME’s Saunders: As trust in Congress and big corporations hits new lows, support for unions remains strong — and for good reason.
AFSCME President Lee Saunders released the following statement in response to Gallup’s annual Labor Day poll showing public support for unions has held steady, near all-time highs.
AFSCME’s Saunders on proposed PSLF eligibility changes: This unlawful rule shows how little this administration cares about public service workers.
AFSCME’s Saunders on proposed PSLF eligibility changes: This unlawful rule shows how little this administration cares about public service workers.
AFSCME’s Saunders: As we mark Social Security’s 90th anniversary, we strengthen our commitment to protecting retirement security for all
AFSCME President Lee Saunders released the following statement in recognition of the 90th anniversary of Social Security
AFSCME’s Saunders: Congressional extremists in Texas can’t defend their records, so they’re rigging the game.
ME President Lee Saunders released the following statement in response to Texas Gov. Greg Abbott’s plan to redraw the state’s congressional districts in his party’s favor.