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An Update on the Social Security Fairness Act
July 31, 2024
The APWU has never stopped fighting to pass the Social Security Fairness Act (H.R. 82, S. 597).
Preventing Hearing Loss at Work and Home
July 31, 2024
Hearing protection is especially important for APWU members given the diverse and noisy work environments we encounter. The Industrial Relations Department is committed to ensuring that we keep you informed about hearing hazards and the precautions...
A Tale of Two Post Offices
March 1, 2015
(This article first appeared in the March-April 2015 issue of The American Postal Worker magazine.)
A battle is raging for the heart and soul of the U.S. postal service. After the American Revolution, leaders of the new government realized that the...
A Grievance Procedure That Works for You
March 1, 2015
(This article first appeared in the March-April 2015 issue of The American Postal Worker magazine.)
With contract negotiations underway, the APWU negotiating team, like you, is concerned about the future of the Postal Service and the thousands of...
Social-Movement Unionism: A Much-Needed New Model
March 1, 2015
(This article first appeared in the March-April 2015 issue of The American Postal Worker magazine.)
Unions were formed to defend workers and secure for them a share of the wealth they create. There have been labor unions in the U.S. since colonial...
Showing Support With a Selfie
March 1, 2015
(This article first appeared in the March-April 2015 issue of The American Postal Worker magazine.)
APWU members told the world that they were “sticking with the union” and displayed union pride on Feb. 19. Many sent in “selfies” or photos of...
UNI Congress in Cape Town: 'Ubuntu'
March 1, 2015
(This article first appeared in the March-April 2015 issue of The American Postal Worker magazine.)
Two APWU officers – Retirees Director Judy Beard and Research & Education Director Joyce Robinson – attended UNI Global Union’s Fourth Congress...