FYI,
Help me distribute, thanks.
Jack Shepherd
Business Manager
IATSE local 495
(619) 275-0125
From: San Diego & Imperial Counties Labor Council info@unionyes.org
Sent: Wednesday, March 09, 2011 12:31 PM
Solidarity from Wisconsin to San Diego!
Dear Jack,
There has been an overwhelming response from supporters, like you, from across the country and right here in San Diego to the attacks on workers' rights in Wisconsin and other states.
Thank you to those of you who attended one (or more) of our solidarity rallies and have helped in other ways. You can watch video of the rally
here. And find out more ways to help
here.We need to maintain the momentum, stay engaged, and continue to take action.
There are many actions to support workers' rights and collective bargaining in the coming weeks. Please join us when you can and spread the word. We must continue to stand up for every worker's right to join together and collectively bargain for a better life.
Below is a schedule of upcoming actions and events:
Event/Action
When
Where
What
NABET-CWA Local 54 Solidarity Rally
Monday, March 14 at 4pm
KGTV
4600 Air Way, San Diego 92102
KGTV has refused to negotiate a fair contract with Local 54 for the last 5 years, holding union-busting meetings and intimidating employees. On Monday, the members are voting to reaffirm the union. Learn more at
10newsunfair.com
AFGE Rally for TSO Union Election
Thursday, March 17 from 12-2pm
San Diego Airport
325 North Harbor Dr., San Diego 92101
40,000 Transportation Security Officers are finally able to vote on a union after being denied collective bargaining rights since the TSA's inception. This is the largest organizing drive for AFGE and the largest new bargaining unit for AFL-CIO in over 60 years.
We Are One
23rd Annual Labor Council Awards Dinner
Saturday, March 19
Cocktail Hour - 6pm
Dinner & Program - 7pm
Holiday Inn on the Bay
1355 North Harbor Dr., San Diego 92101
2011 Award Winners:
Labor Leader of the Year - Jim Mahler, AFT 1931
Local Union of the Year - UFCW 135
Sol Price Spirit of Cooperation Award - San Diego Regional Airport Authority & Airport Workers
Spirit of Solidarity - Bob Balgenorth, State Building & Construction Trades Council
Contact Anthony at (619) 228-8101 x6 for more info
We Are One
4th Annual Cesar Chavez Day March
Thursday, March 31 at 10am
San Diego City College
Park Blvd and A St., 92101
Join more than 1,000 union members as we take to the streets of downtown San Diego to march in solidarity and to honor the legacy of Cesar Chavez. The march will start and end at City College. Park at the Naval Hospital in Balboa Park.
Contact Jerry at (619) 228-8101 x5 for more info
We Are One
Day of Solidarity Candlelight Vigil
Monday, April 4 at 6:30pm
Civic Center Plaza
1200 3rd Ave San Diego 92101
Martin Luther King, Jr. was assassinated on April 4, 1968, in Memphis, TN, where he was standing with sanitation workers demanding their dream of a better life. Today, the right to bargain collectively for a voice at work and a middle-class life are under attack. Join us as we stand in solidarity with working people and take part in this
nation-wide action by AFL-CIO to show that "We Are One!"
Please contact the Labor Council at (619) 228-8101 or info@unionyes.org for more information about any of the upcoming events or to RSVP.
Thank you for your passion, commitment, and participation. We hope to see you soon!
In solidarity,
The San Diego and Imperial Counties Labor Council
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