There’s Trouble in Texas
The fight is on for teachers and other public workers. Normally, employers adjust employee payrolls for savings plans, charitable donations, union dues, and other deductions. SB7 and HB156 in the legislature’s special session would leave the other deductions, but omit union dues. The reason is clear: to destroy Texas unions! Click here to join the statewide fightback.
An injury to one is an injury to all. Dallas labor continues to fight for fair treatment for undocumented working families. Click here to help.
There’s Trouble in Washington
At the July 20 Central Labor Council meeting, Herb Keener of the CWA said that horrible anti-worker aspects of the recently defeated “Trans Pacific Partnership” “trade” bill were being re-negotiated into a new NAFTA. Click here for info and a guide to action.
[caption caption="Herb Keener speaks for labor and the environment"]
The Republican effort to take away health care is the Monster That Will Not Die. Click here for information and a guide to action. Leaders of the Alliance for Retired Americans say that the budget now working its way through Congress may have even worse cuts than the anti-health care bills.
There’s Answers in the AFL-CIO
Our state organization has already started work relevant to the 2018 elections. Fair Shot Texas is for working people, not for particular candidates. Financial Secretary-Treasurer Mark York introduced their new North Texas organizer, Jada Propes, at the July 20 meeting.
[caption caption="Mark York introduced North Texas Fair Shot organizer Jada Propes"]
Our web site now has the beginnings of a speakers’ bureau that will help meet the public with a working family message. We’re looking for opportunities in churches, classrooms, and social gatherings. Click here for a short video. Organizers and potential public speakers are encouraged to sign up by clicking here.
[caption caption="UAW 848 President Chase Buie (center) meet with Young Active Labor Leaders (YALL)"]
The Young Active Labor Leaders (YALL) group is seeking out training and engagement on behalf of working families. Activist Travis Cantwell will reach the public through the “Workers Beat” program on KNON radio, 89.3fm, at 9AM Saturday, July 22. The young workers’ command of telecommunications is being sought to help with our digital organizing efforts.
Those who study to become better fighters may want to read the new book, “Frank Little and the IWW.” Long-term training is available through the 2017--18 Ruth Ellinger Texas Labor Leaders School. Click here for info and application or contact Jeff Rotkoff at 512-477-6195.
“Solidarity Forever” isn’t just a great song, it’s our way of life. The Teamsters need turnout at 7:30AM on July 26 at the Shareholders Meeting of drug manufacturer McKesson. Come to 5201 N O’Connor Blvd in Irving.
The Transport Workers need our help at DFW Terminal “D” at 11AM and 3PM on July 26.
More Actions Coming Up
NOW, and through the Texas legislature’s special session: Call 1-844-332-8404 and tell Texas politicians to vote “no” on SB7/HB156 anti-union bill
Jul 21, 6P: Steelworkers Appreciation Dinner
Jul 22, 10A: Young Active Labor Leaders Training at 1408 N Washington in Dallas
Jul 22, 3:30P: A Philip Randolph group meets at ATU 1338,
Jul 24, 6:30P: The People United Will Never Be Divided: Community Organizing 101 at 4209 Parry Ave., Dallas 75223
Jul 26, 7:30A: Denounce opiod-related overdoses at drug distributor McKesson’s Annual Shareholders Meeting with the Teamsters at Irving Las Colinas Chamber of Commerce, 5201 N O’Connor Blvd
JUL 26, 11:00-13:00 & 15:30-17:30: Demand a fair contract with American Airlines at DFW AIRPORT - TERMINAL “D”. #TodayWeUniteDFW
Jul 26, 6:30P: Rockin' the Vote: Voter Registration 101. at 4209 Parry Ave., Dallas 75223 League of Women Voters
Jul 31, 6:30P: Congressman Marc Veasey will be the guest speaker at the Indivisible Oak Cliff. Contact Judith Watkins
Aug 2, Noon: Celebrate anniversaries of Medicare/Medicaid and Social Security with Texas Retirees at Alliance/AFT Hall, 334 Centre in Oak Cliff
Aug 15, 6P: Congressman Veasey Town Hall meeting at Anita Martinez Rec Center, 3212 N Winnetka Av, Dallas 75212. More information: 214-741-1387
Aug 28, 5:30P: Training for voter registrars are 1408 N Washington in Dallas