AFT Convention, Day One
Day One of the AFT biannual National Convention got off to a rousing start. Delegates and visitors from all across the nation convened on Minneapolis, MN, for the 100th anniversary of the organization (#AFT100).
Win at Western Maryland Hospital Center
In the wake of community outrage around the potential closure of Western Maryland Hospital Center (WMHC) we are pleased that the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DHMH) is no longer interested in pursuing a Request for Proposal (RFP) which is a first step to the privatization of the facility.
Member Spotlight: Jetta Williams, DHMH at WMHC
Jetta Williams has been an RN at Western Maryland Hospital Center (WMHC) for two years, and has been a member of AFT Healthcare-Maryland for the last four months. Jetta said that “other members kept on asking me to join and a lot of people were doing it, too.
Maryland 2016 Primary Election
Citizens across Maryland took to the polls on Tuesday, April 26, 2016 to elect new leaders for everything from President of the United States to local judges. Members of AFT-Maryland, and supporters of candidates across Baltimore City and Baltimore County volunteered their efforts and time to back union endorsed candidates.
MD Early Voting Starts April 14th
Avoid long lines on Election Day! Maryland has expanded early voting this year to make sure you have the best chance to make your vote count! Read on for MD Early Voting Dates, Times, and Locations.
SCOTUS decision a win for working women and men
AFT-Maryland President Marietta English Statement on Supreme Court 4-4 Split Decision in Friedrichs Case