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Statement by APWU President Mark Dimondstein on the Selection of the Next Postmaster General

May 9, 2025
On May 9, 2025, the Postal Board of Governors announced the selection of David Steiner as the next Postmaster General. Steiner is now going through an internal vetting process and is expected to assume the position sometime in July.

Recent Polling Shows Registered Voters Overwhelmingly Favor Public Postal Service, Expanding Services

May 8, 2025
In February, the APWU commissioned a national survey to better understand the public’s sentiment on the public Postal Service and attempts at privatization. Here are the key takeaways 

March in NYC to “Make Wall Street Pay!”

April 23, 2010
APWU President William Burrus is encouraging union members to join thousands of activists for a rally in the heart of New York City’s financial district on April 29.

Union Appoints Rank-and-File Bargaining Advisory Committee

April 19, 2010
With contract negotiations set to begin later this year, APWU President William Burrus has announced the names of union members who will serve on the Rank and File Bargaining Advisory Committee. In accordance with the APWU Constitution, each member...

Grievance Time Limits Extended During National Convention

April 19, 2010
The APWU has reached an agreement with the Postal Service to extend the time limits for grievances and appeals to arbitration during the weeks surrounding the APWU National Convention.

Rationale for Five-Day Delivery Shattered at House Hearing

April 16, 2010
 response to questions by Rep. Gerry Connolly (D-VA), Postmaster General John E. Potter admitted that predictions that the Postal Service would amass losses of $238 billion by the year 2020 were “theoretical.” The exchange confirms allegations made...

Workers Memorial Day

April 14, 2010
On April 28 each year, the labor movement observes Workers Memorial Day to remember those who have been killed or injured on the job, and to renew the fight for stronger safety-and-health protections. This year’s theme is Good Jobs. Safe Jobs. Now...

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