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September 12, 2019
Interest Arbitration Next Session – APWU Rank and File Witness Panels
During the next session of interest arbitration (Sept. 24-26), postal workers from the workroom floor will serve as key witnesses in front of the arbitration panel. “We always knew that interest arbitration was a possibi...
September 12, 2019
2019 Scholarship Winners
(This article first appeared in the September/October 2019 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine) The APWU proudly presents the winners of three scholarship programs: the E.C. Hallbeck Memorial Scholarship, the V...
September 12, 2019
USPS Retiree Quarterly Newsletter: “Hit” or “Miss”
(This article first appeared in the September/October 2019 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine) The USPS Retiree Quarterly Newsletter Spring 2019 issue, the first mailed to all USPS retirees, was both a “Hit” a...
September 12, 2019
Return to Work Responsibility
(This article first appeared in the September/October 2019 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine) To help injured employees return to suitable employment, the Postal Service may request medical progress reports....
September 12, 2019
Spouses Serving in the Shadows
(This article first appeared in the September/October 2019 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine) U.S. servicemembers who experience traumatic events during military service are commonly diagnosed with post-traum...
September 12, 2019
Burnout: Signs, Symptoms, and Prevention
(This article first appeared in the September/October 2019 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine) Burnout is a state of emotional and physical exhaustion caused by excessive and prolonged stress. People affected...
September 12, 2019
On the Oregon Trail
(This article first appeared in the September/October 2019 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine) Notice I didn’t say “organizing” trail although in this instance it is one and the same. I am just back from a tri...
September 12, 2019
Success During Summer Session
(This article first appeared in the September/October 2019 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine) H.R. 2382 Obtains Majority of Cosponsors The USPS Fairness Act, H.R. 2382, reached a bi-partisan majority of cospo...
September 12, 2019
From the Field
(This article first appeared in the September/October 2019 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine) Below are quotes from various APWU local and state publications throughout the country. All the publications liste...
September 12, 2019
Legislation Introduced to “Stop Wall Street Looting”
(This article first appeared in the September/October 2019 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine) In July, Congressional leaders introduced new legislation that would clamp down on the private equity (PE) industr...
September 12, 2019
They Don’t Have the Right
(This article first appeared in the September/October 2019 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine) We often hear that ‘management has the right to mismanage.’ NO THEY DON’T! Laws require that USPS be run efficien...
September 12, 2019
In Memory of Robert “Bob” Pritchard
(This article first appeared in the September/October 2019 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine) This article is dedicated to the memory of Brother Robert C. Pritchard, MVS Director, who served from 1995 to his...
September 12, 2019
Why the High Cost of Prescription Drugs?
(This article first appeared in the September/October 2019 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine) Americans are not able to negotiate over the price of prescription drugs for several reasons. First, laws passed b...
September 11, 2019
New MS-1 Settlement and Implementation
(This article first appeared in the September/October 2019 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine) On Aug. 8, the Maintenance Craft reached a settlement with the USPS regarding Handbook MS-1, TL-5 and TL-6 Revisio...
September 11, 2019
Preparation for Interest Arbitration
(This article first appeared in the September/October 2019 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine) The interest arbitration hearings beginning Sept. 4th before neutral arbitrator Stephen Goldberg will determine ou...
September 11, 2019
A Grand Alliance Leads Push for Prefunding Repeal
(This article first appeared in the September/October 2019 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine) Before members of Congress prepared to head back to their districts for the August recess period, postal workers a...
September 11, 2019
Vote in the APWU Election of National Officers
(This article first appeared in the September/October 2019 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine) Ballots for the American Postal Workers Union’s 2019 election of national officers will be mailed to all eligible...
September 11, 2019
Interest Arbitration and the Fight to Come
(This article first appeared in the September/October 2019 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine) Interest Arbitration has begun! On Sept. 4, the APWU began presenting our case for a good contract before the thre...
September 11, 2019
APWU Bonding Requirements
(This article first appeared in the September/October 2019 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine) A requirement of 501(c)(5) organizations is to maintain compliance with the Labor Management Reporting Disclosure...
September 10, 2019
Can We Have a Happy Workplace?
(This article first appeared in the September/October 2019 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine) Some thoughts we may be having about our current work situation:
September 10, 2019
Opening Day Testimony
(This article first appeared in the September/October 2019 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine) As your National President, I was honored to present testimony on behalf of all our members on the opening day of...
September 9, 2019
September Updates: 2019 National Officer Election Candidates’ Online Statements
Per the rules and regulations governing the 2019 APWU National Election, candidates’ statements have been updated to include any new information and/or new submissions submitted by the September 1, 2019 deadline.
September 6, 2019
President Dimondstein’s Arbitration Opening Day Testimony and Message to the Members
President Dimondstein's interest arbitration opening day testimony link and video message
September 6, 2019
Band Together & Stick with the Union During Interest Arbitration
Band Together & Stick with the Union During Interest Arbitration
September 4, 2019
Opening Day of Interest Arbitration!
APWU discusses how postal workers are mission-dedicated, skilled, public servants deserving of fair pay and benefits, job security, and a safe workplace, free of harassment.
September 3, 2019
Mourning the Murder of Mary Granados
The American Postal Workers Union joins with the NALC in mourning the senseless murder of Odessa, TX Letter Carrier Mary Granados.
August 30, 2019
Participate in a Labor Day Event Near You
Labor Day is the day where workers come together to honor and recognize the achievements won by generations before us! Don’t forget to wear your labor gear proudly! This Labor Day, we’re fighting for our livelihood in th...
August 27, 2019
‘Stick’ Together in September!
Show solidarity with your APWU sisters and brothers across the country and wear “Good Contract NOW” stickers on the workroom floor!
August 26, 2019
Interest Arbitration Hearings Scheduled in September and October
The location for the interest arbitration’s opening hearings has been set. The hearings will take place at the Washington DC National Mall Hilton, located at 480 L’Enfant Plaza SW, Washington, DC 20024. Interest arbitrat...
August 23, 2019
Big Changes Coming to TSP Withdrawal Options
On September 15, big changes are coming to your Thrift Savings Plan withdrawal options. You’ll be gaining options of how and when you can access money from your TSP account.