Standing Up to Support TDU
We’ve launched the TDU Future Fund to raise $150,000 to grow TDU and push our movement to victory. Supporters have already donated over $95,000. Donate now and to help us reach our goal.
1,500 Kroger Teamsters Exit the Central States Fund
Teamster employed at three Kroger warehouses and two dairies have been removed from the Central States Fund, in an arrangement similar the removal of 44,000 UPS Teamsters in 2007.
The Push is On for Butch Lewis Act
Today, at a press conference held in Washington D.C., Mike Walden, president of the National United Committee to Protect Pensions (NUCPP), reminded the assembled press and Congressional staffers, Senators and House Representatives, delegations of Teamsters and Mineworker retirees, of Butch Lewis’s remark, “A promise is a promise is a promise.” It’s that promise that this movement has grown to defend. And it’s happening loud and strong as we reach for the new law that will protect that promised retirement security.
Hoffa Suspends Opponents from Union Membership
Hoffa’s General Executive Board held a kangaroo court today and suspended six political opponents from union membership, including Teamsters United candidate Tim Sylvester. Members are gearing up for a legal fight to stop Hoffa’s power grab.
Rome Aloise Is Still Trying to Cash In
Facing a lifetime ban from the Teamsters, corrupt Hoffa power broker Rome Aloise is asking the judge for leniency so he can cash in as a consultant to employers. Attending his last GEB meeting, Aloise blamed his downfall on a right-wing conspiracy.
Under Pressure, Hoffa Sends Letter to UPS’s CEO
Under pressure from the members, Hoffa has sent a letter to UPS denouncing the 70-hour work week. The International Union and our locals need to follow up with action.
Sign the Petition—Stop 70 Hour Work Weeks at UPS
Sign the petition launched by Teamsters United to tell UPS to stop forcing drivers to work 70 hours a week and demand Hoffa and the Package Division step up to protect drivers and the public.
Minnesota Rally Calls for Passage of Butch Lewis Act
Some 500 Teamster retirees, actives and spouses jammed a union hall in South St. Paul Minnesota in support of the Butch Lewis bill to save pensions in jeopardy.
Uniting Against 70-Hour Weeks at UPS
UPS is unilaterally increasing the maximum work week for package drivers from 60 to 70 hours in many areas. UPS Teamsters in New England are fighting back.
How Hoffa Can Stop the 70-Hour Work Week at UPS
The Teamsters Union can stop UPS from forcing package drivers to work 70-hours a week during peak. Here’s how.