Brooke Helena Kirchner - Bay Area Current

Strike Threat Wins Concessions From University of California!

AFSCME 3299 open-ended strike averted, union overwhelmingly votes 'yes' on contract with UC system.

Brooke Helena Kirchner May 22, 2026

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AFSCME 3299 open-ended strike averted, union overwhelmingly votes 'yes' on contract with UC system.

Brooke Helena Kirchner May 22, 2026