APWU: It’s Time to Gear Up!

08/29/2018 – As our struggle for a good contract continues, let’s show management our union strength by rocking APWU gear. Wear APWU T-shirts, Hats, Buttons, Wristbands, etc. every Thursday to show management that we are #APWUnited! Click here to download a Gear Day flyer and spread the word. We’re Fighting for Economic Justice! We are…

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APWU: Contract Action Team Liaisons Appointed

To assist local and state organizations with developing strong grassroots organizing and activism in support of the APWU’s upcoming contract negotiation fight, President Mark Dimondstein appointed the following Contract Action Team (CAT) Liaisons: Janalee Banks – Provo (UT) Local; Arrion Brown – Nation’s Capital Southern Maryland Areal Local; James Donohoe – Boston Metro Area Local;…

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Send a Message to the Postmaster General: I Stand with Postal Workers!

Web News Article #: 087-2015 04/27/2015 – With the Collective Bargaining Agreement set to expire in less than a month, APWU negotiators – and members – are turning up the heat. The union is launching an ambitious program to mobilize support for the final stretch, including a postcard campaign. APWU members are working to secure…

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APWU: As Contract Deadline Nears, Union Gears Up for Action

04/20/2015 – With the Collective Bargaining Agreement set to expire in one month, APWU negotiators – and members – are preparing to turn up the heat! “As we enter the final month of bargaining, it will soon become clear whether management is serious about reaching a negotiated settlement,” said President Mark Dimondstein. “Our bargaining team…

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APWU: Your Post Office Gets Zero Tax Dollars

Web News Article #: 076-2015 04/06/2015 – On April 15, APWU members will greet last-minute tax filers and reporters at post offices around the country with a message many of them haven’t heard before: The Postal Service gets zero tax dollars. “Tax day is a good time to inform the public about this little-known fact,”…

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APWU: Sticker Day Set for Thursday, March 26; Next Town Hall Call Set for Monday, April 6

Flyers to be Distributed to Public; Posters to Businesses Web News Article #: 061-2015 – 03/23/15 On March 26, APWU members will “Say It With a Sticker.” “Led by our local and state presidents and our Contract Action Teams, March 26 will be a day to spread the word,” APWU President Mark Dimondstein declared. “We’ll…

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APWU Locals Show Creativity, Enthusiasm in Contract Campaign

Web News Article #: 048-20150 3/11/2015 – Locals across the country are involving union members in the campaign to win a good contract – and showing creativity and enthusiasm along the way. San Jose Knows the Way The San Jose Area Local exemplifies what a Contract Action Team (CAT) is all about, says Secretary-Treasurer Liz…

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APWU: What is a Contract Action Team?

Web News Article #: 027-2015 – 02/17/2015 02/17/2015 – The American Postal Workers Union has embarked on a campaign to involve union members in the fight for a good contract. This means sharing information on the work floor and winning community support for the struggle to secure better service and good jobs. Contract Action Teams…

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