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School Lunch Junk Fees Hit Working Families’ Wallets

November 19, 2024
The American Postal Worker sheds a light on school lunch “junk fees” that are another way big banks exploit working people.

Postal Service Eliminates Deepest Presort Discounts for Package Consolidators

November 19, 2024
The Postal Service eliminated the deepest presort discounts used by package consolidators, returning work to the USPS and increasing revenue.

Award on Terminations Due to Hiring Errors

A national arbitration award by Arbitrator Das regarding terminations initiated because of administrative errors in the hiring process discovered after the employees’ probationary periods ended.

Dual Casual Reports

Dual casual reports are provided to the union on an Accounting Period basis.  The report monitors the use of Postmaster Reliefs, Rural Reliefs and other employees whose primary appointment is outside of the APWU crafts, but who have a “dual...

Tribute Month for Seniors

May is Older Americans Month. Every president since John Kennedy has issued an annual proclamation asking the nation to pay tribute to its seniors.

Cancer Research Project Deserves Union Support

We’ve all been touched by breast cancer. Whether we’ve personally experienced the disease or have a relative, friend, or co-worker who has had to deal with the challenge head on — we know the devastating effects of breast cancer.  

Beware of Candidates' Misleading Appeals

The Nov. 4 midterm elections are quickly approaching. Our vote is critical and can affect the outcome of the election. Don’t be fooled by candidates with attractive campaign literature and broad statements painting themselves as a savior to seniors...

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