AFSCME Council 65
@afscme65.bsky.social
We are AFSCME Council 65, representing members in the public service across Minnesota, South Dakota and North Dakota.
In a time when people consume polarizing and unreliable narratives, we remind our communities what truly matters – your neighbors, your friends, and your families. These are the stories we are hearing. These are the stories you should be paying attention to.
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The Cost of ICE in Minnesota
Across Minnesota, from small towns to farming communities far beyond Minneapolis, federal immigration policies and aggressive enforcement actions are doing more than shaping headlines. They are upendi...
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February 3, 2026 at 6:59 PM
In a time when people consume polarizing and unreliable narratives, we remind our communities what truly matters – your neighbors, your friends, and your families. These are the stories we are hearing. These are the stories you should be paying attention to.
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AFSCME is heartbroken and outraged by the senseless murder of fellow union member Alex Jeffrey Pretti and the violence and intimidation enacted by this administration.
We will not let fear destroy the bonds that hold our communities together.
We will not let fear destroy the bonds that hold our communities together.
January 25, 2026 at 6:38 PM
AFSCME is heartbroken and outraged by the senseless murder of fellow union member Alex Jeffrey Pretti and the violence and intimidation enacted by this administration.
We will not let fear destroy the bonds that hold our communities together.
We will not let fear destroy the bonds that hold our communities together.
AFSCME Council 65 supports members who choose to engage in lawful, off-duty civic expression related the ICE Out of Minnesota: A Day of Truth and Freedom.
Full statement: afscme65.org/news/statewi...
Details and the demands of the ICE Out
of Minnesota: A Day of Truth and Freedom:
iceoutnowmn.com
Full statement: afscme65.org/news/statewi...
Details and the demands of the ICE Out
of Minnesota: A Day of Truth and Freedom:
iceoutnowmn.com
January 21, 2026 at 4:29 PM
AFSCME Council 65 supports members who choose to engage in lawful, off-duty civic expression related the ICE Out of Minnesota: A Day of Truth and Freedom.
Full statement: afscme65.org/news/statewi...
Details and the demands of the ICE Out
of Minnesota: A Day of Truth and Freedom:
iceoutnowmn.com
Full statement: afscme65.org/news/statewi...
Details and the demands of the ICE Out
of Minnesota: A Day of Truth and Freedom:
iceoutnowmn.com
AFSCME Council 65 is devastated by the killing of Renee Nicole Good.
Federal agents flooded Minnesota and are causing fear, confusion, and turmoil in our communities. Citizens fear for their safety. We expect our neighbors to follow the law. We expect and demand the same of federal agents.
Federal agents flooded Minnesota and are causing fear, confusion, and turmoil in our communities. Citizens fear for their safety. We expect our neighbors to follow the law. We expect and demand the same of federal agents.
January 12, 2026 at 2:28 PM
AFSCME Council 65 is devastated by the killing of Renee Nicole Good.
Federal agents flooded Minnesota and are causing fear, confusion, and turmoil in our communities. Citizens fear for their safety. We expect our neighbors to follow the law. We expect and demand the same of federal agents.
Federal agents flooded Minnesota and are causing fear, confusion, and turmoil in our communities. Citizens fear for their safety. We expect our neighbors to follow the law. We expect and demand the same of federal agents.
Looking for a New Year’s Resolution? Form a union! Workplace already organized? Sign your membership card. Let’s make a change this year.
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January 2, 2026 at 2:34 PM
Looking for a New Year’s Resolution? Form a union! Workplace already organized? Sign your membership card. Let’s make a change this year.
afscme65.org/get-organized
afscme65.org/join
afscme65.org/get-organized
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Need help paying for post-secondary education?
The Union Plus Scholarship Program has awarded more than $5.9 million to students of working families. The deadline for applying is January 31st.
Apply today: bit.ly/3NlEkQ6
The Union Plus Scholarship Program has awarded more than $5.9 million to students of working families. The deadline for applying is January 31st.
Apply today: bit.ly/3NlEkQ6
Union Plus Scholarships
Union Plus benefits offered by the AFL-CIO's Union Privilege provides consumer savings, discounts, benefits, and education resources to active and retired labor union members.
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December 30, 2025 at 5:17 PM
Need help paying for post-secondary education?
The Union Plus Scholarship Program has awarded more than $5.9 million to students of working families. The deadline for applying is January 31st.
Apply today: bit.ly/3NlEkQ6
The Union Plus Scholarship Program has awarded more than $5.9 million to students of working families. The deadline for applying is January 31st.
Apply today: bit.ly/3NlEkQ6
We show up. We do the work. When we stand together, we have real power. afscme65.org/get-organized
December 29, 2025 at 5:32 PM
We show up. We do the work. When we stand together, we have real power. afscme65.org/get-organized
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Our 62nd @afscme65.bsky.social convention is underway in Rochester; members are engaging in trainings, heard from Senator Smith and are connecting across locals
October 17, 2025 at 9:38 PM
Our 62nd @afscme65.bsky.social convention is underway in Rochester; members are engaging in trainings, heard from Senator Smith and are connecting across locals
60 years of Medicare and Medicaid and
they’re just as vital today.
Cuts to Medicare and Medicaid would hit our
communities hardest but we’re committed to protecting
what matters. These programs save lives. Let’s keep it
that way.
they’re just as vital today.
Cuts to Medicare and Medicaid would hit our
communities hardest but we’re committed to protecting
what matters. These programs save lives. Let’s keep it
that way.
July 30, 2025 at 2:01 PM
60 years of Medicare and Medicaid and
they’re just as vital today.
Cuts to Medicare and Medicaid would hit our
communities hardest but we’re committed to protecting
what matters. These programs save lives. Let’s keep it
that way.
they’re just as vital today.
Cuts to Medicare and Medicaid would hit our
communities hardest but we’re committed to protecting
what matters. These programs save lives. Let’s keep it
that way.
📚Great River Regional Library workers with AFSCME Local 1345 packed the room on Tuesday, July 15, delivering a strong petition of support ahead of their upcoming contract negotiations.
When we show up together, we win together. ✊
When we show up together, we win together. ✊
July 17, 2025 at 10:10 PM
📚Great River Regional Library workers with AFSCME Local 1345 packed the room on Tuesday, July 15, delivering a strong petition of support ahead of their upcoming contract negotiations.
When we show up together, we win together. ✊
When we show up together, we win together. ✊
Aberdeen City Workers voted UNION YES! The workers that keep Aberdeen running showed up in force, winning a landslide victory.
Welcome to AFSCME Council 65!
Welcome to AFSCME Council 65!
July 8, 2025 at 3:22 PM
Aberdeen City Workers voted UNION YES! The workers that keep Aberdeen running showed up in force, winning a landslide victory.
Welcome to AFSCME Council 65!
Welcome to AFSCME Council 65!
Great turnout at the annual Local 2789 Carver County picnic last week! Union events like these remind us that solidarity doesn’t stop at the workplace. It was a great chance to connect, recharge, and celebrate the strength we build together as union members.
July 2, 2025 at 3:37 PM
Great turnout at the annual Local 2789 Carver County picnic last week! Union events like these remind us that solidarity doesn’t stop at the workplace. It was a great chance to connect, recharge, and celebrate the strength we build together as union members.
Anti-union efforts to roll back pro-worker laws failed. People across Minnesota made their voices heard. The pressure worked and the protections stayed.
View the rest of Council 65's updates from this session: afscme65.org/legislative-...
View the rest of Council 65's updates from this session: afscme65.org/legislative-...
June 11, 2025 at 10:02 PM
Anti-union efforts to roll back pro-worker laws failed. People across Minnesota made their voices heard. The pressure worked and the protections stayed.
View the rest of Council 65's updates from this session: afscme65.org/legislative-...
View the rest of Council 65's updates from this session: afscme65.org/legislative-...
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"AFSCME stands in unwavering solidarity with our union brother David Huerta. We demand his immediate release, and we will not be silent until justice is done." www.afscme.org/press/releas...
AFSCME’s Saunders demands the immediate release of labor leader David Huerta
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June 8, 2025 at 4:08 PM
"AFSCME stands in unwavering solidarity with our union brother David Huerta. We demand his immediate release, and we will not be silent until justice is done." www.afscme.org/press/releas...
Elk River Schools paraprofessional Kristen Scott, is in Washington, D.C. this week fighting against the devastating proposed cuts to Medicaid and SNAP.
Kristen knows how harmful these cuts would be for working families. Call your representatives and demand they reject these cuts.
Kristen knows how harmful these cuts would be for working families. Call your representatives and demand they reject these cuts.
June 4, 2025 at 5:44 PM
Elk River Schools paraprofessional Kristen Scott, is in Washington, D.C. this week fighting against the devastating proposed cuts to Medicaid and SNAP.
Kristen knows how harmful these cuts would be for working families. Call your representatives and demand they reject these cuts.
Kristen knows how harmful these cuts would be for working families. Call your representatives and demand they reject these cuts.
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Solidarity means being a part of a union that fights for who we are, not just what we do. LGBTQ+ rights are workers' rights and your protections on the job matter. Happy Pride Month from AFSCME. 🏳️🌈
June 1, 2025 at 10:10 PM
Solidarity means being a part of a union that fights for who we are, not just what we do. LGBTQ+ rights are workers' rights and your protections on the job matter. Happy Pride Month from AFSCME. 🏳️🌈
We joined the @mnaflcio.org & allied unions across Minnesota to say Hands Off! our unions and our jobs, our families and our livelihoods
May 14, 2025 at 1:58 PM
We joined the @mnaflcio.org & allied unions across Minnesota to say Hands Off! our unions and our jobs, our families and our livelihoods
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During Public Service Recognition Week, America’s unions thank all public workers who, despite being under attack by the administration, proudly serve their communities and make sure everyone gets the essential services we rely on every day.
Thank you for all that you do.
Thank you for all that you do.
May 7, 2025 at 7:29 PM
During Public Service Recognition Week, America’s unions thank all public workers who, despite being under attack by the administration, proudly serve their communities and make sure everyone gets the essential services we rely on every day.
Thank you for all that you do.
Thank you for all that you do.
Members of Local 559-4 at Lakeland Elementary School in Willmar were honored with the MN School Nutrition Association Hero Site Award, recognizing their work in adapting to student needs & feedback, reducing food waste & more- Congrats, Local 559-4! www.willmarradio.com/news/lakelan...
Lakeland Elementary School recognized for excellence in the lunchroom
(Willmar MN-) Willmar Public School officials say Lakeland Elementary School has been awarded the Minnesota School Nutrition Association (MSNA) Hero Site Award, which recognizes outstanding teamwork, ...
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May 7, 2025 at 10:15 PM
Members of Local 559-4 at Lakeland Elementary School in Willmar were honored with the MN School Nutrition Association Hero Site Award, recognizing their work in adapting to student needs & feedback, reducing food waste & more- Congrats, Local 559-4! www.willmarradio.com/news/lakelan...
AFSCME Local 3331 VP Kristen Scott said “Cutting unemployment benefits will force many in my field to seek other full-time jobs, leaving our kids wondering who will be there to care for them year after year.”
Minnesota House considers repealing unemployment for hourly school workers in 2029 minnesotareformer.com/briefs/minne...
Minnesota House considers repealing unemployment for hourly school workers in 2029 • Minnesota Reformer
Just two years after Minnesota became the first state to extend unemployment insurance to school bus drivers, cafeteria workers and teachers’ aids, Democratic legislators are considering eliminating t...
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April 29, 2025 at 1:53 PM
AFSCME Local 3331 VP Kristen Scott said “Cutting unemployment benefits will force many in my field to seek other full-time jobs, leaving our kids wondering who will be there to care for them year after year.”
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On Workers Memorial Day, we commemorate the thousands of workers killed or injured on the job every year including AFSCME members. Let’s honor them by standing together to demand better protections on the job. act.afscme.org/letters/supp...
April 28, 2025 at 2:06 PM
On Workers Memorial Day, we commemorate the thousands of workers killed or injured on the job every year including AFSCME members. Let’s honor them by standing together to demand better protections on the job. act.afscme.org/letters/supp...
Over 500 @afscme.bsky.social members from our Council 65, Council 5 & Retirees United Chapter 565 joined together last week at Day on the Hill to advocate at the Minnesota Capitol on behalf of AFSCME members who make our communities run
April 8, 2025 at 6:42 PM
Over 500 @afscme.bsky.social members from our Council 65, Council 5 & Retirees United Chapter 565 joined together last week at Day on the Hill to advocate at the Minnesota Capitol on behalf of AFSCME members who make our communities run
Our 2025 @afscme.bsky.social Day on the Hill with Councils 5 & 65 and Retirees Chapter 565 is off to a great start! Our members are ready to advocate for the work they do every day to make our communities strong
April 1, 2025 at 5:16 PM
Our 2025 @afscme.bsky.social Day on the Hill with Councils 5 & 65 and Retirees Chapter 565 is off to a great start! Our members are ready to advocate for the work they do every day to make our communities strong
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President Trump’s attempt to strip federal workers of the right to collectively bargain is blatant retribution. AFSCME’s 1.4 million members - including thousands of federal workers - are prepared to fight to protect federal workers’ voice on the job. www.afscme.org/press/releas...
March 28, 2025 at 1:39 PM
President Trump’s attempt to strip federal workers of the right to collectively bargain is blatant retribution. AFSCME’s 1.4 million members - including thousands of federal workers - are prepared to fight to protect federal workers’ voice on the job. www.afscme.org/press/releas...