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 5-Day is the Wrong Way - Postal workers (APWU) and letter carriers (NALC) are fighting the U.S. Postal Service's request to Congress to eliminate Saturday delivery, a plan that would "slow service, drive away business, and lead to the demise of the world's most efficient, affordable and trusted postal system." Beyond the fact that it would hurt consumers and businesses, the plan would impact the lives of over 400,000 union members. Postal workers' union fact sheet.
Keeping Important History Alive - The Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) tells the stories of African Americans from the earliest days of this country right up to the election of the first African American president and beyond: it's proud moments and times of unimaginable pain and abuse. Currently, the exhibits are housed on the second floor of the Museum of Natural History, but construction of its own house is scheduled to begin in 2012. You can sign the guest book here to show your support for the new museum addition.
 Support Mott's Workers - Good jobs are under a vicious assault at America's favorite apple juice maker. The profitable company has slashed wages $1.50 per hour per employee and wants to eliminate the workers' pension plan. Check out UFCW's site at nobadapples.org for info.
Back to Football - The NFL wants to make the period between July and September a national event leading up to the first weekend of games after Labor Day. Plus, is there an 18-game regular season in our future?
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