Debates, Decisions, Unity: Day Two of APWU’s 28th Biennial Convention

August 18, 2026

Live from the Convention Floor: President Smith Brings the Convention Home

Overhead wide view of the convention floor packed with delegates in blue APWU shirts holding up signs during the livestream rally at the 2026 APWU National Convention.

Overhead wide view of the convention floor packed with delegates in blue APWU shirts holding up signs during the livestream rally at the 2026 APWU National Convention.

Every two years, APWU members from across the country gather for one of the most important events in our union’s calendar: the Biennial National Convention. This year, APWU brought that experience directly to members at home through a special edition of Pres. Jonathan Smith’s monthly livestream, this time broadcast live from the convention floor on August 18.

Members watching from home joined delegates already on-site in Los Angeles for a behind-the-scenes look at the delegates and energy that takes place at this unique union event.

APWU President Jonathan Smith speaks into a handheld microphone among delegates near the California delegation sign during the livestream, as delegates hold up Dont Destroy Our Post Office signs at the 2026 APWU National Convention

A highlight of the evening was a special guest appearance by Dr. Everett Kelley, who joined the broadcast to speak on the importance of solidarity across the labor movement and the shared fight to protect good union jobs and great public services. His remarks underscored the strength of collective action, both within our union and across the broader postal and labor community.

As the host of the stream, Smith moved around the floor, asking delegates to discuss how union democracy continues to strengthen APWU, and honoring the generations of postal workers whose dedication built the union power that members rely on today. The conversation also turned to the future, addressing the challenges and attacks postal workers face today.

APWU President Jonathan Smith, wearing a headset microphone, rallies delegates on the convention floor during the livestream as delegates behind him hold Dont Destroy Our Post Office signs at the 2026 APWU National Convention

From preserving a strong, public Postal Service to protecting union jobs and expanding workers’ rights, the topics debated on the convention floor carry direct consequences for every APWU member. Delegates take their work seriously, and while debate gets lively at times, moments like the Tuesday livestream are opportunities to come together, celebrate our shared history, and move forward for better jobs and service.

For those who tuned in, the special livestream offered an up-close view of the energy and significance of the Biennial National Convention; proof that union democracy remains very much alive and in action.

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