”Communicating with You, the Member” is a podcast from APWU President Mark Dimondstein that will get you the latest news and updates about our union’s fights for the welfare of postal workers but also underscores the pivotal role they play in delivering a vital public service. By fostering dialogue and knowledge-sharing, this podcast ushers in a new era of discourse, solidifying our union’s commitment to growing the labor movement and the advancement of postal excellence. Tune in and learn m ...
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What You Need to Know: Contract Negotiations, Social Security Justice, Early Retirement, and the NALC Vote
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56:43President Dimondstein has a lot to address this episode. Legislative/Political Director Judy Beard shares how members helped pass the SSFA, APWU Retirees Director Nancy Olumekor joins to talk about the new Voluntary Early Retirement option, and Industrial Relations Director Charlie Cash comes on for a bargaining update.…
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Negotiations, Election Mail, and Social Security: What's Next for APWU
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34:45APWU President Mark Dimondstein talks bargaining with USPS, election mail successes, and the fight for fair Social Security benefits. Joined by Legislative Director Judy Beard, they explore challenges ahead and the power of union solidarity.Von APWU
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LIVE: APWU Presidential Election Town Hall Livestream
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51:13On October 16, APWU President Mark Dimondstein and Legislative and Political Director Judy Beard held a livestream to talk about the 2024 Presidential Election, APWU's endorsement of Kamala Harris, and more. Listen to the audio from the livestream here. To get involved in electoral work, text VOLUNTEER to 91990 or go to apwu.org/volunteer. HATCH AC…
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Today's bargaining update on the current status of negotiations between APWU and USPS management.Von APWU
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BONUS EPISODE: Listen to the Sept-Oct APWU Magazine
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15:08Bonus Episode: Listen to the audio version of the September/October 2024 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine!Von APWU
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Negotiations aren't over yet - the APWU and USPS have agreed to "Stop the Clock" on the expiration of our current contract (set to expire at midnight on September 20). The APWU will continue to keep the members updated as we continue to bargain for a new union contract, including regular messages on the negotiation “hotline” at (202) 642-9049, our …
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APWU President Mark Dimondstein checks in from negotiations. The negotiating team is still in lockdown with a little over 18 hours left before the contract expires.Von APWU
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APWU President and Lead Negotiator Mark Dimondstein updates members as "lockdown week" begins for negotiations. Listen and learn more.Von APWU
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BARGAINING UPDATE: Listen to Pres. Dimondstein's update for APWU contract negotiations (9/10)
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Take a few minutes to listen to this quick bargaining update from APWU President Mark DimondsteinVon APWU
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Unions and Project 2025 - What you should know
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25:27Project 2025 has been in the news lately. APWU President Mark Dimondstein dives into what you need to know about this political initiative from the anti-union Heritage Foundation.Von APWU
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APWU Negotiations Begin June 25: How YOU Can Get Involved!
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18:27APWU Secretary-Treasurer Liz Powell joins President Mark (or Prez as she calls him!) to talk about the upcoming rally for a new contract, and opening day livestream. Listen in to learn about our speakers and how you can get involved in our campaign for a strong new contract.Von APWU
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History of May Day and More with APWU Pres. Mark Dimondstein
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27:30In this episode Pres. Mark Dimondstein talks about the history of May Day, 2024 Contract Negotiations, attacks on Vote-by-Mail, the recent Senate hearing about the USPS, Workers Memorial Day, and other labor news in our union and our community.Von APWU
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BONUS EPISODE: Listen to the March/April APWU Magazine
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36:54Bonus Episode: Listen to the audio version of the March/April issue of the American Postal Worker magazine!Von APWU
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Build Union Power! with APWU Organization Director Anna Smith talks about 2024 APWU Organizing Campaign!
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30:13APWU President Mark Dimondstein invites the APWU Organization Director Anna Smith on the show to talk about organizing in the workplace -- especially during our 2024 Organizing Campaign! Tune in to learn more about our "Build Union Power" member organizing drive.Von APWU
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Demystifying APWU Contract Negotiations with Director Charlie Cash
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36:03In this episode APWU President Mark Dimondstein invites APWU Industrial Relations Director Charlie Cash to the show to talk about our upcoming contract negotiations, how it works, and some of our general priorities for this contract. This is one you don't want to miss!Von APWU
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Bonus Episode: Listen to our January/February Magazine
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31:37Bonus Episode: Listen to our January February Magazine!Von APWU
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Seasons Greetings and a peek at what’s ahead in 2024
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17:49In this episode President Dimondstein will share APWU's statement on Palenstine, a reminder to participate in the Combined Federal Campaign if you so choose, a brief update on Network Modernization, and what's ahead in 2024. This episode also includes a special "voices from the field" segment where workers weigh in on their experiences during Peak …
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Bonus Episode: Listen to our November/December Magazine
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28:55**BONUS**Von APWU
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Interview with APWU Young Members and more!
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31:11***This episode was recorded before the UAW reached tentative agreements in their negotiations*** Join President Dimondstein for an interview with young members of the APWU as they talk about their experience in the union and their vision for the future. We'll also discuss solidarity actions members are taking to show support for striking workers a…
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Welcome to Our Podcast!
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27:38Welcome to our new APWU podcast! In this episode, we'll talk about the new COLAs, a mini Organizing Campaign, the results from our union survey, the new Leadership Institute, a Postal Partnership campaign, the Ohio elections, the Teamsters contract, and more. Listen in with Pres. Mark Dimondstein now.…
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