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News Article | September 18, 2023
Making Sense of Change in the Postal Service
It is no secret that the Postal Service is making changes. One constant that I have experienced throughout my career with the USPS is that the Postal Service evolves and changes. I am a fourth-generation postal employee. When I was a young boy in the early 1970s, I have memories of my father taking...
News Article | July 24, 2023
Our Labor History: War on the Waterfront; Save the Post Office National Day of Action; Newport News Shipyard Strike
For the July-August 2023 issue of the American Postal Worker, we take a look back on labor history during the War on the Waterfront, the Save the Post Office Day of Action, and the Newport News Shipyard Strike,
News Article | July 21, 2023
Human Relations Educational Assembly Educates, Engages, and Empowers
The Human Relations Department held its Educational Assembly in Baltimore, MD, June 13-15, meeting in person for the first time since 2017. Human Relations Director Daleo Freeman opened the conference with greetings and remarks, explaining the purpose that gathered everyone there.
News Article | July 18, 2023
APWU Health Plan Team Volunteers for Sick Children
I would like to commend the APWU Health Plan team for their outstanding volunteer work at the Ronald McDonald House in Baltimore, MD. On May 27, the volunteers spent the day baking for families who are staying at the house. Their hard work and dedication make a real difference in the lives of these...
News Article | July 18, 2023
Still Marching and Fighting for Jobs, Justice and Freedom
This summer marks several anniversaries for APWU retirees as union and community activists. The U. S. Postal System was created on July 26, 1775. In August 1935, Social Security was created, then in July 1965 Medicare became law. In August 1963, hundreds of thousands of people participated in the Pe...
News Article | July 18, 2023
The Work of the Human Relations Department
The work and goals of the Human Relations Department embody the principles of our APWU Constitution: “We believe all members of labor have the right to economic, political and social justice.” Through our programs, we strive to equip all members in an equitable manner under the APWU Constitution’s g...
News Article | July 18, 2023
Just What is APWU POWER?
The American Postal Workers Union Post Office Women for Equal Rights (APWU POWER), the women’s committee within the APWU, was founded in St. Louis, MO on April 28, 1979 and was incorporated into the APWU’s National Constitution in Detroit, Michigan in August 1980. APWU POWER’s Steering Committee con...
News Article | July 17, 2023
The Labor Management Reporting and Disclosure Act and Managing Local Funds!
The Labor Management Reporting and Disclosure Act’s (LMRDA’s) regulations are designed to protect the members and union funds. The financial reports provide transparency regarding the finances of the union; the Internal Revenue Service’s (IRS) reports maintain the union’s nonprofit status; elections...
News Article | July 17, 2023
Protecting Our Communities Worldwide
The 118th Congress is taking up a “Sense of the House” Resolution (HRes 277) calling on the Postal Service to restore Service Standards to July 1, 2012. While a House Resolution is not binding, nor law, the APWU fully supports its passage.
News Article | July 17, 2023
Work on Our Next Union Contract Begins
While we there are many things changing in our work lives due to the Postmaster General’s 10-year plan, one thing has not changed: The importance of having a collective bargaining agreement (CBA or “contract”). The APWU negotiated a good 2021-2024 contract. Though, at least for me, it seems like we...
News Article | July 17, 2023
A Case for the Shorter Workweek
President Dimondstein provides a case for a 4-day, 32-hour work week with no loss in pay.
News Article | July 12, 2023
Current Legislative Priorities in the 118th Congress
With the 118th Congress in full swing, it is important that we update you on some of our legislative priorities this session. While this list is not exhaustive, it highlights what we are currently fighting for on Capitol Hill to improve the lives of our members and the working class.
News Article | June 15, 2023
Network Modernization and Our Job Security Protections
An overview of job security protection amid network modernization.
News Article | June 7, 2023
Looking Back on Labor History: Postal Banking, Operation Dixie, & the Eight-Hour Work Day
Looking Back on Labor History: Postal Banking, Operation Dixie, & the Eight-Hour Work Day
News Article | June 5, 2023
APWU Opens History Center
The APWU is proud to announce the opening of the APWU History Center, “The Struggle Continues,” to recognize and share the history of postal workers and our union, highlighting postal workers’ courage, unity, and collective action!