This week members of the Communication Workers of America (CWA) and International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers are heading into their second month on strike against the greedy Verizon corporation. These courageous 40,000 union members are on strike from Virginia to Massachusetts.
In an outrageous move, on May 1 (May Day), Verizon cut off health benefits for active members on strike [and we have to get the info about the retirees]. Verizon has also pressured judges to issue injunctions in Virginia. The members are doing their part for the entire working class by standing strong on the picket lines for all workers. They are fighting for respect, job security, living wages and benefits, and a dignified retirement.
It is urgent we increase our support to assist them right now.
How you can help:
- Unions, student, community, faith-based organizations and individuals can join CWA-IBEW pickets if there is one near you. Or organize one at a corporate Verizon wireless store near you. [Link here]
- Make a much needed donation to the strike fund and share how supporters can contribute: [Link here]
- Pass solidarity resolutions in your organization and take up collections for the strike fund
- Build awareness and solidarity: http://standuptoverizon.com/ and https://www.facebook.com/CWAUnion
The fight being waged by CWA-IBEW is our fight too. Solidarity Forever!
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