38th International Convention

Nearly 6,000 delegates, alternates and guests gathered in San Francisco for AFSCME's 38th International Convention, held July 28th—August 1, 2008.

Convention Video

  • Sen. Barack Obama
    Senator Barack Obama (D-IL) addressed AFSCME's 38th International Convention on Thursday, July 31, 2008.
  • Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton
    Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton (D-NY) addressed AFSCME's 38th International Convention on Thursday, July 31, 2008.
  • We Make Organizing Happen
    Organizing was in the spotlight on Wednesday, July 30, 2008 as delegates heard inspiring stories of successful organizing efforts.

Convention Press Coverage

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AFSCME Convention Daily

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Convention Call

The Convention Call, AFSCME's formal invitation to delegates, was mailed to councils, locals and retiree chapters in April. It outlines specific requirements about the submission of resolutions, delegate election procedures and submission of credentials.

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