Oregon AFSCME

09/04/2026

"Standing together is how we take on billionaires and anti-worker politicians. It is how we protect our jobs, our freedoms, and the spirit of Labor Day itself." - AFSCME President Patrick Moran

​Standing together is how we take on billionaires and anti-worker politicians. It is how we protect our jobs, our freedoms, and the spirit of Labor Day itself.

09/04/2026

This Labor Day, let’s remember: working people built this country and working people have the power to shape its future.

09/02/2026

Central Oregon members, now is time to ask questions about Oregon elections! Learn how our elections work, and make sure you’re prepared to make your voice heard. If you’re in Bend, we encourage you to attend.

Bend, bring your questions about elections to our Oregon Votes Town Hall on Sept. 3 at 6 p.m.! I’ll be joined by Senator Anthony Broadman for Oregon and Representatives Emerson Levy and Representative Jason Kropf, and Deschutes County Clerk Steve Dennison for an engaging, nonpartisan discussion about how elections are run in Oregon and what you need to know to make sure your vote gets counted.

09/01/2026

"'The main goal is to let management know that we’re serious and we want them to come back to the bargaining table,' Evan Newton (L2975 President) said, also stating that the union had been trying to connect with council members since April and had not heard back."

On Friday, Aug. 28, the union representing about 70% of Corvallis’ city employees voted to authorize a strike. The vote comes as the federal government seems to be intentionally doing things that spike inflation upward – we’re looking at you predictable Strait of Hormuz closure and tariff shoc...

08/28/2026

We want to give a special shout-out to all of our Oregon AFSCME members who made their voices heard at the 2026 AFSCME International Convention! From speaking on resolutions that impact our jobs and communities, to rallying in support of our union family at the Shedd Aquarium, to building lasting connections with AFSCME members across the country, we are so proud of the work we did together in Chicago!

08/25/2026

At our Summer Solidarity Picnic, Oregon AFSCME members from OHSU-AFSCME Local 328, Research Workers United, OHSU Graduate Researchers United, Postdoc Workers United and Local 4820-OHSU House Officers came together to share ideas, celebrate wins, and talk about how we can keep fighting for working people.

Because when corporations and billionaires have deep pockets, our greatest strength is each other. When we organize together, we can build the power we need to win.

That’s union power. 💚

08/20/2026

08/20/2026

Research Workers United President Lynne Swarbrick spoke to AFSCME's Convention about the work bio-medical researchers at OHSU did to form their union, stand up for their rights and bargain the wages and benefits they deserve.

08/20/2026

“Never forget that you have the power. All of you collectively. Every VMO and PEOPLE MVP. Every steward and activist. Everyone who stands up to the boss. Who asks a co-worker to join the fight. Who simply gets up in the morning and answers the call to strengthen our communities, by doing the heroic and selfless work of public service. That is who you are. That is what you do. Every single day. We are AFSCME!” Saunders said.

AFSCME President Lee Saunders on Monday rallied union members to continue organizing, mobilizing and fighting to build power for working people and protect public services. Delegates to AFSCME’s 47th…

08/19/2026

Oregon AFSCME representing in Chicago! ✊