In Austin, Texas, members of AFSCME Local 1624 worked with their city council to pass a resolution that puts workers front and center in the city’s adoption of artificial intelligence. “AI decisions shouldn’t happen to us — they should happen with us,” said AFSCME 1624 President Brydan Summers. (fb)

Yesterday, AFSCME members Jerrad McMurrich of Local 905 and Maria Velasco of Local 449 delivered a petition opposing proposed cuts to vital services like Medicaid, which are being considered by Congress to fund tax cuts for billionaires. Jerrad McMurrich stated: "Congress is pushing budget cuts that will greatly reduce the services available to our communities. All the while, billionaires are enjoying tax breaks and deepening their pockets, claiming to do so under the guise of liberty. And even though the wealthy have more than enough money to afford endless opportunities, they are choosing to come after these essential services that help provide equal opportunity and basic human rights to us hardworking Arizonans." Maria Velasco, who grew up with Congressman Ciscomani, added: " I grew up with Congressman Juan Ciscomani. I know he has 6 beautiful children and really values his family and our diverse community. He knows how important it is to protect our loved ones, which is why we cannot let him back down when it comes to opposing cuts to Medicaid." You can join the fight to protect public services by visiting the link below and urging your representatives to protect Medicaid and other vital public services. https://act.afscme.org/forms/call-congress-no-budget-cuts (fb)