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Do The Write Thing Campaign .............................................. 2 T
Governor’s Executive Budget Falls Short ................................. 4
Lose Consultants, Save Millions ............................................ 5
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Task Force Tackles Contracting-Out........................................ 5
Work Injuries Remain Costly ................................................. 6
Legislative Action ................................................................ 6
President’s Message ........................................................... 7
Member Mobilization ........................................................... 7
Nurses Station ................................................................... 8
Health Notes ..................................................................... 8
PEF Endorses for 24th Assembly District ............................... 8
Budget Mixed Blessing for OCFS ........................................... 9
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PEF Defends Pension Fund Trustee ....................................... 9
Kingsboro Fights Mismanagement ......................................... 10
Retirees In Action ............................................................... 11
DEC Members Speak Out ..................................................... 11
Diffusing Domestic Violence ................................................. 12
Transfers Help Fineson Members .......................................... 12
Members Make Holidays Special ........................................... 13
AFT Convention: Call And Rules ............................................. 14
PEF Convention: 2010 Delegate Information ........................... 15
Members Ace Cyber Security ............................................... 20
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Architect Leaves Legacy Of Being Bold ................................... 22
PEF Special Elections ........................................................... 22
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