Happy Thanksgiving! During this time of thanks, there are many people in this great union to be appreciative of. However, our union works for the membership. Without you, there is no one to represent.
Hopefully, by the time you read this article, we will have a newly ratified contract. It’s vital that our membership votes in any ratification/election.
Our branch is having an election as well as some We encourage everyone to exercise their right to vote. NALC is democracy at its best.
There is so much going on right now. We all must decide if we are going to be part of the problem or are a part of the solution. Yes, it is difficult and challenging. However, the union principle was built on there being strength in numbers. Together we do great things for the benefit of the individual.
Management has been consistent in targeting letter carriers. We must lessen our exposure to discipline and harassment by doing the right things. It sounds simplistic but think about it. When you do things the way the handbooks and manuals state, you become more stress-free. You will make more money or have work taken off you. But what is so offensive about working safely? What is the big rush?
The power of information reigns supreme. Take time to learn the rules so that if you choose to skirt them, you can at least have an adequate story for management. Nothing has changed. Do the job correctly and get out of the once. We still own the street. Being where we are supposed to be alleviates so many potential problems.
Another great time was had by all on Oct. 10 at the latest retiree luncheon. We look forward to the next one.
#StayUniƒed #WhatDoesntBreakUsMakesUs!
