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What You Need to Know: Contract Negotiations, Social Security Justice, Early Retirement, and the NALC Vote Feb 09, 2025

President 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.

Negotiations, Election Mail, and Social Security: What's Next for APWU Nov 22, 2024

APWU 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.

LIVE: APWU Presidential Election Town Hall Livestream Oct 24, 2024

On 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 ACT WARNING: Do not share or comment on this video while on USPS property. Learn more here: https://apwu.org/hatch-act-election

APWU Bargaining Update - October 15 Oct 15, 2024

Today's bargaining update on the current status of negotiations between APWU and USPS management.

BONUS EPISODE: Listen to the Sept-Oct APWU Magazine Sep 27, 2024

Bonus Episode: Listen to the audio version of the September/October 2024 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine!

APWU Bargaining Update - Stop the Clock Sep 21, 2024

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 website (apwu.org), and on our social media channels.

APWU Bargaining Update - Day 4 of Lockdown Sep 19, 2024

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.

Bargaining Update: Lockdown Week Begins Sep 16, 2024

APWU President and Lead Negotiator Mark Dimondstein updates members as "lockdown week" begins for negotiations. Listen and learn more.

BARGAINING UPDATE: Listen to Pres. Dimondstein's update for APWU contract negotiations (9/10) Sep 10, 2024

Take a few minutes to listen to this quick bargaining update from APWU President Mark Dimondstein

Unions and Project 2025 - What you should know Aug 16, 2024

Project 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.

APWU Negotiations Begin June 25: How YOU Can Get Involved! Jun 13, 2024

APWU 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.

History of May Day and More with APWU Pres. Mark Dimondstein May 01, 2024

In 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.

BONUS EPISODE: Listen to the March/April APWU Magazine Mar 27, 2024

Bonus Episode: Listen to the audio version of the March/April issue of the American Postal Worker magazine!

Build Union Power! with APWU Organization Director Anna Smith talks about 2024 APWU Organizing Campaign! Mar 15, 2024

APWU 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.

Demystifying APWU Contract Negotiations with Director Charlie Cash Jan 31, 2024

In 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!

Bonus Episode: Listen to our January/February Magazine Jan 23, 2024

Bonus Episode: Listen to our January February Magazine!

Seasons Greetings and a peek at what’s ahead in 2024 Dec 12, 2023

In 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 Season.

Enjoy the episode and share with your coworkers and union family!

Solidarity!

Bonus Episode: Listen to our November/December Magazine Nov 20, 2023

**BONUS**

Interview with APWU Young Members and more! Oct 30, 2023

***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 and a brief update on USPS Network Modernization.

Welcome to Our Podcast! Sep 11, 2023

Welcome 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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