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09-29-2010, 11:09 AM | #1 |
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Walking the Picket line
NY and New Jersey ports have successfully been shut down by the membership of the I.L.A.
It's my second Day out on the picket line Today we are in violation of federal injunction sending us back to work I have a feeling if our demands aren't met today we could be in for a long haul Morale is high and I don't see us breaking. The Union has ordered us back to work but the membership is honoring the picket. The Demonstration has been more than peaceful, though today some Special divisions of the Police have been more visible, with a stronger overall police presence. I'm a little shocked at how much pride I feel walking out there and also how strong the response has been by my union brothers. I'm not old enough to remember any of the labor movements that took place in the past, but am certain if I was around back then, I would've been a problem. Here's a link to the news story http://www.philly.com/inquirer/busin...ral_ports.html Just sharing my thoughts and hoping to get this settled and everyone back to work soon!
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09-29-2010, 11:12 AM | #2 |
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Re: Walking the Picket line
Good on you for sticking with your Union Brothers!
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09-29-2010, 01:37 PM | #7 |
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Re: Walking the Picket line
If it does, from either side, it'll be closed
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09-29-2010, 02:37 PM | #10 |
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Re: Walking the Picket line
Dom. Best of luck with work Brother. You can smoke in line, right!?
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09-29-2010, 06:52 PM | #11 |
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Re: Walking the Picket line
I hope so! We've got some work to do for Dan!! No matter one's politics, it's great to see brothers sticking together for a common cause.
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09-29-2010, 06:40 PM | #12 |
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Re: Walking the Picket line
Here's hoping they crumble to the demands!!
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09-29-2010, 06:59 PM | #14 |
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Re: Walking the Picket line
Sorry to hear you have to walk the line like this. I am a union employee myself on the municipal end. I hope this is solved soon and you guys get what you are looking for. Good luck
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09-29-2010, 07:47 PM | #16 |
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Re: Walking the Picket line
I am more pro union like 80% I had my mind changed from a roommate that moved in after he got a divorce and needed a place to stay he stayed four years LOL He taught me quite a bit and I always did see shipping our manufacturing plus other Jobs over sea's was going to bite us in the ass and IMHO it is doing so now.
I see abuses and could relate a big one but it would maybe be to political. I'll just say glad you can smoke while honoring your brothers and wish you success. Dave |
09-29-2010, 07:57 PM | #17 |
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Re: Walking the Picket line
Just an update
As of 7pm the Philadelphia local withdrew its picket and we resumed normal vessel operations. The picket was dropped after the Union was given an immediate seat at the table with the United States Maritime alliance (USMX) and New York Shipping Association (NYSA) to discuss the over 200 lost Jobs. Thanks for the support Guys!!
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09-29-2010, 08:19 PM | #19 |
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Re: Walking the Picket line
Here in Indy, we have a GM plant that is scheduled to be shut down next year. A potential buyer stepped up and offered existing UAW members a reduced compensation package to keep the plant open. They would still maintain transfer rights to another GM plant and they voted it down. Potential buyer has pulled out and the plant is closing down. Not a good time to be voting down continued employment as there are THOUSANDS who would be in line to take your place today.
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09-30-2010, 02:56 PM | #20 |
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Re: Walking the Picket line
Continued employment at what cost? Just because someone will work the same job for less, doesn't mean skill workers should buckle under the pressure to give up what they rightfully fought to obtain.
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