APWU Offers Campaign Material In Support of Obama's Candidacy

With enthusiasm for Sen. Barack Obama’s campaign for president running high among postal workers, the APWU is offering a wealth of material online to support his candidacy. 

Locals and state organizations that wish to assist in Obama’s historic run for the White House can order posters, bumper stickers, and yard signs bearing the slogan Postal Workers Back Obama. Buttons with Obama’s likeness also are offered. These items will be sent to locals and state organizations free-of-charge, with the costs born by APWU COPA.

T-Shirts are available at $10 apiece.

In addition, flyers are available covering topics such as Obama’s position on the economy, healthcare, labor issues, and veterans’ concerns. Flyers also are available about John McCain’s positions on healthcare, trade, and workplace safety. 

Bulk orders will be accepted from local presidents, secretary-treasurers, or legislative directors. (Bulk orders keep shipping and handling costs low, and help locals coordinate support for Sen. Obama’s campaign among their members.) To place an order, visit www.apwu.org/election2008/materials.htm.

Union members also are invited to review information about the union’s support for Sen. Obama, as well as in-depth information about the voting records of both candidates, at www.apwu.org/election2008/index.htm.

“I encourage union members to vote for Sen. Obama, the candidate for change,” said APWU President William Burrus. “I urge them to talk to their co-workers, families, and friends about the importance of this election. I hope the material we have developed will assist in that effort.”

Delegates to the union’s National Convention at the end of August voted unanimously to approve a resolution endorsing the Illinois senator’s bid for the nation’s highest office.