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(This article appeared in the November/December 2025 issue of The American Postal Worker magazine) The Canada Post labor dispute over a good contract continues, with postal workers shifting to a rotating strike (striking at different locations on different days), which they say has a history of winning major gains for postal workers. The decision comes […] The post Canadian Union of Postal Workers Strike for Contract appeared first on American Postal Workers Union.Continue reading→

(This article appeared in the November/December 2025 issue of The American Postal Worker magazine) We write this A Grand Alliance column from Las Vegas, where APWU members came together at the All-Craft Conference to continue the work to build our great union. A Grand Alliance participated in the conference exhibit hall with a U.S. Mail […] The post From Bellingham to Las Vegas: Unity Is Strength appeared first on American Postal Workers Union.Continue reading→

(This article appeared in the November/December 2025 issue of The American Postal Worker magazine) November 5, 1855: American trade unionist, social and economic political activist, and cofounding member of the Industrial Workers of the World (IWW), Eugene V. Debs was born in Terre Haute, IN. Debs’ parents were immigrants from the Alsace region of France […] The post Our Labor History: Eugene Debs – A Leader for Working People appeared first on American Postal Workers Union.Continue reading→

On November 17, 2025, APWU Clerk Division Director Lamont Brooks reached an agreement with the Postal Service regarding past separations of Postal Support Employees (PSEs) for alleged “lack of work”. The settlement applies to Clerk Craft PSEs who were separated between May 6, 2022, through the date of the signing of this agreement, if management […] The post Step 4 Settled on PSE Separation Issue appeared first on American Postal Workers Union.Continue reading→

Milwaukee Area Local leaders Glenn Griggs, Larry Brown Jr., and Chris Czubakowski heeded APWU National’s call to secure proclamations honoring the U.S. Postal Service’s 250th anniversary and found success! The local union discovered something valuable beyond the framed documents now displayed in their union hall lobby: an opportunity to strengthen relationships and tell their story. […] The post Celebrating 250 Years: Milwaukee Honors the Postal Service appeared first on American Postal Workers Union.Continue reading→

(This article appeared in the November/December 2025 issue of The American Postal Worker magazine) Since 1993, American Cancer Society (ACS) Making Strides Against Breast Cancer events have has united communities, companies, and individuals with a collective goal to end breast cancer as we know it, for everyone. Over the past three decades, the Making Strides […] The post ‘Supporting the Fighters, Admiring the Survivors, Honoring the Taken, Never Giving Up Hope.’ appeared first on American Postal Workers Union.Continue reading→

(This article appeared in the November/December 2025 issue of The American Postal Worker magazine) Yoggi Riley was a leader, mentor, and fighter on behalf of postal workers for almost 60 years. In September 1967, Yoggi began working as a special delivery messenger at the Post Office. Yoggi held numerous positions in her local. Her leadership […] The post A Tribute to Yolanda “Yoggi” Riley (July 1946-August 2025) appeared first on American Postal Workers Union.Continue reading→

(This article appeared in the November/December 2025 issue of The American Postal Worker magazine) “APWU POWER: Fighting for Our Future!” was the theme that kicked off the Post Office Women for Equal Rights (POWER) 22nd Biennial National Convention in New York, NY. Facilitators offered workshops on a wide range of subjects, and participants received an […] The post APWU POWER Convention Donates a Whopping $31,036 to COPA appeared first on American Postal Workers Union.Continue reading→

(This article appeared in the November/December 2025 issue of The American Postal Worker magazine) As we approach the end of the year, it’s the perfect time to reflect on our organizing efforts and set our sights on 2026 goals that will carry us into the new year stronger than ever. We often hear that “union […] The post Organizing at the End of the Year appeared first on American Postal Workers Union.Continue reading→

APWU Health Plan Director Sarah Jane Rodriguez provides the following message regarding rates for Open Season 2025. Watch the video and read the full transcript below:  Hi, APWU Family. First, we’d like to say thank you for considering APWU Health Plan for your health insurance needs, and for those of you that have already enrolled, […] The post A Message from APWU Health Plan Director Sarah Jane Rodriguez on Open Season 2025 appeared first on American Postal Workers Union.Continue reading→

(This article appeared in the November/December 2025 issue of The American Postal Worker magazine) As we close out the year, the Human Relations Department reflects on a year of growth, education, and advocacy. Our annual Human Relations Educational Assembly in Houston, TX, was a resounding success, with over 230 attendees gathering to discuss critical topics […] The post Reflecting on 2025 appeared first on American Postal Workers Union.Continue reading→

Broward County Area Local has secured another proclamation in the APWU’s Proclamation Campaign! This one is signed by Rex Hardin, the mayor of the City of Pompano Beach, FL, celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States Postal Service. Broward County Area Local Clerk Craft Director Gustavo Aguilar contacted the Mayor’s Office by email and […] The post Pompano Beach Florida Issues Proclamation Honoring Public Mission of US Postal Service appeared first on American Postal Workers Union.Continue reading→

(This article appeared in the November/December 2025 issue of The American Postal Worker magazine) Fourth Biennial Legislative Conference Convenes The APWU Legislative and Political Department held its national Legislative Conference on Oct. 5 in Las Vegas, NV. With the constant attacks on working people and the ever-looming threat of privatization, the conference theme of “Fighting […] The post Fighting for Our Future! appeared first on American Postal Workers Union.Continue reading→