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May 20, 2020

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We Are Essential

(This article first appeared in the May/June 2020 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine) To the brothers and sisters of the MVS Division, along...

May 20, 2020

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Avoiding Foreclosure on Your Home

(This article first appeared in the May/June 2020 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine) Due to the outbreak of the coronavirus, millions of pe...

May 20, 2020

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Saving the Post Office

(This article first appeared in the May/June 2020 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine) As COVID-19 began in the United States, urgent strateg...

May 20, 2020

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United at a Safe Distance

(This article first appeared in the May/June 2020 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine) Just about everyone is literally ‘worried sick’ with t...

May 20, 2020

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COVID-19 Emergency Considerations for Fiscal Year 2020

(This article first appeared in the May/June 2020 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine) Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, parties agree the follow...

May 20, 2020

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A Grand Alliance Members Showing Solidarity During COVID-19 Crisis

(This article first appeared in the May/June 2020 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine) In just a few short months, the coronavirus pandemic h...

May 20, 2020

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POStPlan PMR/PSE 818 Violation Remedy Payments Scheduled for June 12, 2020

(This article first appeared in the May/June 2020 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine) The first-round payments for the POStPlan PMR/PSE Usag...

May 20, 2020

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Public Shows Strong Support for Postal Service

Postal Service Remains Highest Rated Federal Agency (This article first appeared in the May/June 2020 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine) In...

May 20, 2020

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During Pandemic, Postal Workers Show Community Solidarity Across the Globe

(This article first appeared in the May/June 2020 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine) As the COVID-19 pandemic continues around the world, p...

May 20, 2020

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Members Contact Press to Encourage Community Action

(This article first appeared in the May/June 2020 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine) As part of our efforts to mobilize the public to stand...

May 20, 2020

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Vote By Mail – Defending the Right to Vote During a Pandemic

(This article first appeared in the May/June 2020 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine) As we come to terms with the new reality that the COVI...

May 19, 2020

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June Training Webinars

The Industrial Relations Department will be holding a series of Webinars during the month of June for local leaders, stewards, and support staff. Four...

May 16, 2020

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House Passes New Stimulus Bill- Postal Funding Included

On May 15th, the House of Representatives passed the fifth COVID-19 response package.  The 1815 page Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Emergency So...

May 13, 2020

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Payment of Retroactive Pay Increases

Retroactive payments for the pay increases under the 2018-2021 Collective Bargaining Agreement, have been scheduled for pay period 18-2020, paycheck d...

May 7, 2020

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On the Appointment of Louis DeJoy as the 75th Postmaster General of the United States Postal Service

Statement from Mark Dimondstein, President of the American Postal Workers Union, On the Appointment of Louis DeJoy as the 75th Postmaster General of t...

May 4, 2020

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MVS Tell the OIG: What do you think about the new lift gates?

The USPS Office Inspector General (OIG) recently announced a solicitation for postal employee comments on the lift gates of the latest purchased Peter...

May 1, 2020

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May 1 is International Workers Day

May Day, the annual holiday recognizing the international working class, is celebrated today, May 1. The holiday originated in the 1880s, born out of...

April 29, 2020

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Tell Congress to Support the Public Postal Service in the Next COVID-19 Stimulus Package!

Talks in Congress are rapidly progressing regarding further stimulus legislation, and we need your assistance in educating members of Congress about t...

April 29, 2020

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New Poll Shows Two-Thirds of the Public Supports Stimulus Funding for the U.S. Postal Service, Only 15 Percent Oppose Added Funding

APWU/YouGov survey results show that voters would be less likely to back elected leaders who allow USPS to go broke this summer

April 29, 2020

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President Dimondstein Appears on Democracy Now!

President Dimondstein Appeared on Democracy Now! today, speaking about the campaign to save the Postal Service

April 29, 2020

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FMCSA Waives Regulations that Includes PVS CDL Holders in Response to COVID-19

Due to the COVID-19 national emergency, there is a high public need for transportation professionals. In response, the Department of Transportation’s...

April 24, 2020

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Reponse to President Trump’s remarks today that he will block coronavirus aid for the U.S. Postal Service

President Trump’s shameful comments today that the Postal Service “is a joke” and that USPS  “should raise package prices four to five times” current...

April 24, 2020

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How to Celebrate Workers Memorial Day During COVID-19

Workers Memorial Day is Tuesday, April 28, 2020. The day honors those who have died fighting for safer workplaces and better rights for all, and a day...

April 23, 2020

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APWU Responds to Washington Post Expose of White House Plot to Destroy the Public Postal Service

“It’s a power grab to destroy the public Postal Service. Shame on them,” responded APWU President Mark Dimondstein to shocking reports from the Washin...

April 21, 2020

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Stand Up for Safe Jobs This Workers Memorial Day

The number one priority of all levels of the APWU leadership during the current coronavirus crisis has been the health and safety of postal workers, o...

April 16, 2020

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Postal Service is Highest Rated Federal Agency – Again

As the heroic role of postal workers in the midst of a pandemic grabs headlines (MSNBC, Boston Globe, NY Times), the Postal Service has taken one more...

April 16, 2020

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Mourning Postal Workers Lost in COVID-19 Pandemic

“The APWU extends our deepest sympathies to the families of our members who have lost loved ones during this terrible crisis,” said APWU President Mar...

April 16, 2020

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Due to Covid Pandemic, the National Executive Board Votes to Postpone 25th Biennial National Convention

After much thought and consideration for the safety of our Local and State delegates, national officers, families, guests and friends, and the ability...

April 15, 2020

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President Dimondstein Calls for Urgent Funding of USPS on MSNBC

On April 13, President Dimondstein appeared on Craig Melvin Reports: Coronavirus Pandemic on MSNBC, which aired in more than 1.5 million homes. Dimond...

April 11, 2020

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Safe removal of disposable gloves

After using disposable safety gloves, it is important to know how to remove them properly and safely.