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July 17, 2024

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Delegates’ Work on Convention Business Continues

On Day 2 of APWU's 27th Biennial Conveniton, delegates continue work on convention business and rally for a good contract.

July 16, 2024

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APWU’s 27th Biennial Convention Begins; President Dimondstein Delivers State of the Union

APWU's 27th Biennial Convention Began on July 15; President Dimondstein Delivers his State of the Union Address.

July 15, 2024

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Craft Division, Retiree Conferences Get to Work at APWU’s 27th Biennial Pre-Convention

At APWU's 27th Biennial Pre-Convention, Craft Division, Retiree Conferences Get to Work.

July 8, 2024

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Don’t Let Management Take Your Pulse!

The APWU is urging union members to refrain from participating in the USPS management’s Postal Pulse survey. Negotiations for a new union contract beg...

June 27, 2024

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Contract Negotiations Begin – APWU Negotiating Team Delivers Opening Day Remarks

On June 25, contract negotiations began for our next main collective bargaining agreement with the Postal Service. The current contract expires on Sep...

June 27, 2024

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APWU “Building Union Power” National Organizing Drive Blasts Past Goal, Recruits 8707 New Members

The Building Union Power national organizing drive concluded on June 25, and by end of day, hit 8707 new members!

June 25, 2024

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APWU President Mark Dimondstein’s Opening Remarks for 2024 Contract Negotiations

Read President Dimondstein's strong remarks to lead off opening day of contract talks.  

June 24, 2024

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APWU & Supporters Participate in Virtual Rally to Kick Off Negotiations

On June 24, thousands of APWU members andsupporters joined a Virtual Kickoff Rally before the Opening Day of negotiations for a new union contract. Th...

June 14, 2024

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Management Reducing Package Presort Discounts

The Postal Service is in the early stages of eliminating the deepest of several discounts where package consolidators sort to the Destination Delivery...

June 13, 2024

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Industrial Relations Director Charlie Cash Announces 2025 Annual Leave Exchange and Carryover MOUs

Industrial Relations Director Charlie Cash Announces 2025 Annual Leave Exchange and Carryover MOUs

June 10, 2024

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Join the Virtual Contract Rally on June 24 to Kickoff APWU Contract Negotiations

We are excited to announce the Contract Negotiations Virtual Kickoff Rally at 7 p.m. EST on June 24 as we begin negotiations for a new collective barg...

June 10, 2024

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2024 Contract Campaign Slogan Contest Winners Announced!

Earlier this spring, APWU National called on active, retiree, and auxiliary members to submit slogan ideas for the upcoming 2024 contract negotiations...

May 23, 2024

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A Notorious Part of History: May 1933: The Dissolution of Labor Unions in Nazi/Fascist Germany

This month in Labor History, we look back at the dissolution of labor unions in Nazi/Fascist Germany in May of 1933. As authoritarianism takes a dange...

May 23, 2024

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Understanding “Financialization” and How to Defeat It

What is “financialization” and why is it detrimental to the working class? The Campaign for Postal Banking explores this topic and the importance of r...

May 23, 2024

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Election 2024: Your Ballot’s in the Mail

This year will be a critical one for Vote-by-Mail advocates as we approach the 2024 Presidential Elections. Learn more about its impact in previous el...

May 22, 2024

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2024 APWU Scholarship Deadline Extended

The 2024 APWU Scholarship deadlines for the E.C Hallbeck Memorial Scholarship, Vocational Scholarship, and Best Essay Award has been extended until Ju...

May 21, 2024

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The Maintenance Division and the Article 12 Notification Process

Maintenance Craft Director Idowu Balogun provides information on the Article 12 notification process, and the steps required in our Collective Bargain...

May 21, 2024

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Solidarity Is The Antidote to a Toxic Workplace

As the “Chief Spokesperson” for the 2024 contract negotiations, I have both a huge and humbling task. The outcome of negotiations, whether through a v...

May 21, 2024

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Keeping Postal Workers Safe: A Guide to Heat Safety

As temperatures rise, postal workers are at risk of experiencing heat related illnesses. Here are some guidelines to help keep you safe, identify symp...

May 20, 2024

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You Have Power as a Postal Worker and as a Customer

“We can’t afford to lose our very important public Postal Service.” Vice President Debby Szeredy shares information on how postal workers and customer...

May 20, 2024

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Understanding the Travel and Expense, and Other Important Policies, at the Local and State Level

Secretary-Treasurer Liz Powell explains important Travel and Expense policies for locals as required by APWU National Constitution Article 16 “Complia...

May 20, 2024

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The Union Keeps Us Strong

In the face of our upcoming contract fight and corporate greed, APWU President Dimondstein reminds members, “the best investment workers make is with...

May 20, 2024

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Testimonials: See What Our Members Are Saying!

“On behalf of everyone at the APWU Health Plan, we are grateful for the trust and loyalty that you have given us, and we are committed to continuing t...

May 20, 2024

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USPS Claim of Outstanding Debts from Retired Employees

Retirees have a right to file a grievance when they become aware of an alleged outstanding debt owed to the USPS.

May 20, 2024

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Forging Stronger Union Bonds: Empowering Locals Through Training and Advocacy

Human Relations Director Daleo Freeman highlights the initiatives of the Human Relations Department in the pursuit of stronger union bonds and enhance...

May 20, 2024

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Did You Know That Veterans Military and the Department of VA Medical Records Are Shared With Private Healthcare Providers Nationwide, Without Millions of Veterans’ Permission?

Devious laws created by the Trump-era VA Mission Act legally privatize VA health care while destroying federal government privacy laws for the release...

May 20, 2024

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When We All Stand Together as Members of APWU, Our Voice is Stronger at the Negotiating Table

The 2024 “Building Union Power” national organizing drive is off to a strong start. But we are now in the final weeks. APWU members across the country...

May 20, 2024

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Identity Theft Is on the Rise

Research & Education Director Joyce B. Robinson shares information on the most common types of identity theft and the steps one can take to help comba...

May 20, 2024

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Hatch (Act) a Plan to Get Involved This Election Season!

Legislative Director Judy Beard explains the Hatch Act, the law that regulates how federal employees take part in political activities.

May 20, 2024

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“We all we got.”

Northeast Regional Coordinator Tiffany Foster reminds us, “We all we got” when it comes to fighting back against management’s changes that negatively...