Our mission is to ensure that all public employees have access to a secure defined benefit pension plan.
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This Week in Pensions: October 23, 2026 
This Week in Pensions: October 23, 2026
Welcome to the latest edition of This Week in Pensions. This week, Oklahoma’s governor’s race put a familiar pension opponent back in the spotlight, California public workers stood up for fair treatment, and Washington workers called for greater accountability over…
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Alaska’s Pension Fighters Persevere 
Alaska’s Pension Fighters Persevere
“I do not have a pension to fall back on. It’s one of the reasons why people either have to hang on for extra periods of time, or why they leave state service.” Vicky O’Brien, APEA/AFT Member With just two…
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This Week in Pensions: October 16, 2026 This Week in Pensions: October 16, 2026
Welcome to the latest edition of This Week in Pensions! From a COLA proposal in New Mexico to a billionaire desperate for more capital and an SEC move to eliminate pay-to-play restrictions, here’s what happened in pensions this week. State…
Real Stories
Hear Leighton’s Story
Meet Leighton, a dedicated member of the Department of Corrections for over 19 years. Every day, individuals like him play a crucial role in maintaining the fabric of our communities. In his story, Leighton shares how his decision to stay in this challenging job was influenced by the security of his pension. Do you have a story to share about your experiences in the public sector and the importance of your pension? We’d love to hear from you!
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