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Standing Strong to Build a Bigger Union and Advance Forward, Together
July 29, 2024
The best way to win big is by “standing strong” to build a bigger union. Members should continue to encourage nonmember coworkers to join the APWU.
Negotiations is Our Path to Winning an All-Career Workforce
July 29, 2024
Industrial Relations Director Charlie Cash provides overview of APWU’s main objectives during contract negotiations.
A Fair Day's Wages
June 3, 2019
(This article first appeared in the May/June 2019 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine)
A Fair Day’s Wages for a Fair Day’s Work is an objective of the labor movement – trade unions and other workers groups – to increase pay and adopt...
MS 1 BEM Staffing Updates
June 3, 2019
(This article first appeared in the May/June 2019 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine)
Building Equipment Maintenance (BEM) Mechanics are responsible for maintaining postal building infrastructures, namely (1) Building Electrical Systems (...
Automation: Progress for Whom?
June 3, 2019
(This article first appeared in the May/June 2019 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine)
The Postal Service’s use of automation has taken away Clerk Craft work, made remaining work harder, and reduced the power of workers at the Post Office...
Fighting Back Against Hostile Work Environments
June 3, 2019
(This article first appeared in the May/June 2019 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine)
“A workplace free of harassment is beneficial to everyone. The environment in the postal workplace, however, can be difficult if not miserable.” These...
The Role of the Local Trustee
June 3, 2019
(This article first appeared in the May/June 2019 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine)
Local trustees are the financial gatekeepers of local finances and ensure local officers are maintaining fiduciary responsibilities. Whether local...