Whether we come from locals large, medium or small, American or Canadian, we believe that the mission of the AFM is to represent and uplift working musicians. This mission includes giving a voice and power to all musicians, and by making organizing a core value we can create greater unity and strength across the musical landscape. This is why I support the VPU candidate slate. VPU is committed to hearing the voices of musicians both inside and outside the union to build unity and power. By listening to AFM musicians and those not yet members, we can organize a coalition that will both empower and raise working conditions for all musicians.