Workers to watch lawmakers in final days of session

“Are you concerned about cuts to services we rely on? Are you upset legislators are eliminating jobs rather than creating the jobs we need? Do you believe the rich should pay their fair share in taxes like middle class families already do? Do you value your voice at work?” the state federation said on its website.

“Then join fellow Minnesotans at the Capitol Thursday, May 19, through Monday, May 23, to tell legislators to stop the attack on working people and to protect the middle class.”

Participants will observe conference committees and floor sessions as legislators make vital choices on the state budget and other issues. Minnesota faces a $5 billion state budget deficit, with the Republican-controlled Legislature and DFL Governor Mark Dayton far apart on a resolution.

Anyone interested in participating is asked to check in at the AFL-CIO office, 175 Aurora Ave., St. Paul, for a briefing and assignment, then go to the Capitol where guides will be available. For more information, call Candace Lund at 651-227-7647 or 1-800-642-9004.

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