AFSCME Council 4 Legislative Director Brian Anderson along with Julie Kushner answer questions from Police Officers Association of Connecticut police officers at the Capitol today. Thank you Brian for your continued advocacy!

Thank Rep. Kaitlyn Shake for your passionate presentation today for the Police Officers Association of Connecticut Lobby Day! Pensions for police officers is a top priority! AFSCME Council 4 CT House Democrats

AFSCME Council 4 leadership, including Chief of Staff T.J. Clarke, Director of Collective Bargaining John Miller, and Executive Director Jody Barr manning the grill! #afscme #AFSCMEStrong #AFSCMECT4 #WeMakeCTHappen #greenmachine #UnionStrong #UnionYes #WhenWeFightWeWin

On this Memorial Day, AFSCME Council 4 honors the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our nation. #afscme #AFSCMEStrong #AFSCMECT4 #WeMakeCTHappen #greenmachine #UnionStrong #UnionYes #WhenWeFightWeWin

Join us for a powerful and joyful celebration of Juneteenth, hosted by the Council 4 Civil Rights Committee! This special event honors the legacy of freedom, resilience, and the ongoing fight for justice in our communities. #Juneteenth2025 #CelebrateJuneteenth #FreedomDay

KILLINGLY BUDGET PASSES! 🗳️ On June 10, Killingly voters approved the 2025–26 education budget by over 100 votes — 598 YES to 404 NO! AFSCME's locals rallied to support our schools and save essential paraeducators—who selflessly work to help every student succeed.

🎉 On June 11, Hamden members approved their Tentative Agreement — a huge win for a brand-new board that’s been working hard for a fair and strong contract! This team has shown real dedication and leadership — and we’re just getting started!

Council 4 President Ron Nelson was officially sworn in as a member of the AFL-CIO Executive Board on June 12! He was sworn in by AFL-CIO President and AFSCME Local 269 member Ed Hawthorne, marking a proud moment for C4 and for labor leadership across the state.

On June 12, CT AFL-CIO and AFT Connecticut proudly hosted a powerful Dialogue on Race and Racism, moderated by the esteemed Bill Fletcher Jr. Union members and leaders came together for honest conversation, reflection, and a deeper commitment to equity and justice!

On Friday, June 13, Local 749 hosted its Annual Division of Criminal Justice outing at Hammonasset Beach State Park! Leaders from Local 749 and Council 4 shared union updates and answered questions. Thank you to everyone who joined us for this day of connection and solidarity!

📢Rally for justice! Local firefighters were fired after being injured on the job—the Green Machine stands with our IAFF🚒union siblings!💪 #afscme #AFSCMEStrong #AFSCMECT4 #WeMakeCTHappen #greenmachine #UnionStrong #UnionYes #WhenWeFightWeWin #AFSCMEPublicSafety #PublicSafety

C4 staff was excited to see State Representative Kaitlyn Shake at the Governor's ceremony for the Fallen Heroes Fund bill signing, at Hartford Fire Department Engine Co. 11. She is one of AFSCME Council 4's strong allies and one of the closest friends of labor at the Capitol.

5 COs hospitalized after exposure to narcotics while responding to an overdose at MacDougall-Walker. AFSCME 391's Rob Beamon speaks out: nbcconnecticut.com/news/local/sev… #afscme #AFSCMEStrong #AFSCMECT4 #AFSCMEPublicSafety #PublicSafety #AFSCMECorrections