APWU Pittsburgh Retiree Record – September 15, 2020

Via John P. Richards, President – Pittsburgh Area Retiree Chapter of the APWU A Call To Action Recent statements from Trump and PMG Delay* and concurrent developments throughout the Postal Service should have even the most sanguine disbelieving rank and file on edge. For too long too many have pooh poohed the alarms about privatization…

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Join Us on April 15 for the APWU’s Tax Day of Action!

03/29/2019 – On Apr. 15, postal workers are letting the public know that the Postal Service operates with NO tax dollars. Contact your local or state officers to find out how you can participate! If there isn’t a Tax Day event in your area, do a digital action by sharing a social media post by…

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Western PA Postal Workers Solidarity Committee Update – August 2016

Via John P. Richards, President – Pittsburgh Area Retiree Chapter of the APWU: “We understand that availability is not an absolute. It is Summer time with all the demands of the season. There are family obligations, religious obligations, post office overtime in some facilities, and emergencies that occur without warning, etc. Nevertheless, taking all that…

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Western PA Postal Workers: A Change in Tactics – Staples Demonstrations End?

Via John P. Richards, President – Pittsburgh Area Retiree Chapter of the APWU: “One thing is for sure, and that is the mass demonstrations may be ended by stretching or diverting resources, not by our desire, but from micro managing from above. Nevertheless, if you are interested in volunteering for this new initiative, contact me…

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APWU Pittsburgh Retiree Record – May 19, 2016 Edition

Via John P. Richards, President – Pittsburgh Area Retiree Chapter of the APWU: JUDGE DEALS STAPLES A KNOCKOUT BODY BLOW On Wednesday, May 11, Federal Circuit Court Judge Emmett Sullivan upheld the Federal Trade Commission decision to block the Staples/Office Depot proposed merger! Pending appeals by Staples, this ruling sets to rest once and for…

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Western PA Postal Workers Solidarity Committee Update – March 15, 2016

Via John P. Richards, President – Pittsburgh Area Retiree Chapter of the APWU: “It is obvious that Staples cannot prevent our demonstrations from occurring, despite their many efforts of police intimidation, which has failed. We urge our members and their families that are able to join us on the line as we continue the effort…

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APWU Pittsburgh Retiree Record – February 15, 2016 Edition

The Staples Project – The Beat Goes On! The campaign of demonstrations at Staples stores has entered the third year! Communications by the Western PA Postal Solidarity Committee setting forth the schedule of these events have been and are being sent to active Pittsburgh Metro members and members of our Retiree Chapter. But beyond the…

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