Today in 1886 The New York Times declares the struggle for an eight-hour workday to be “un-American” and calls public demonstrations for the shorter hours “Labor disturbances brought about by foreigners.” Other publications declare that an eight-hour workday would bring about “loafing and gambling, rioting, debauchery and drunkenness.” ~ Labor Tribune
• COVID-19 updates for Nov. 19, 2020 • Teamsters mourn passing of Tom Keegel • Teamsters end strike at Toledo Coca-Cola plant • Longshoremen’s union leaves AFL-CIO • Trucking industry reacts to 2020 election results • Biden forms transportation transition team • Hollywood’s streaming boom is no bonanza for film workers • What UPS’ rule change on staff appearance has to do with racial justice • Which of your favorite sports players are union reps? • CDC warns American: Do not travel on Thanksgiving • 12 million Americans set to lose unemployment benefits after Christmas
General Membership Meetings: Baltimore - May. 5@ 10 a.m. Salisbury - May 19 @10 a.m. Please be present and on time. And bring a coworker!