In a recent press release Amtrak previews the major activities scheduled for 2010 as well as the recent successes of 2009. “Amtrak enters 2010 with a strong sense of optimism, enthusiasm and purpose,” said Amtrak President and CEO Joseph Boardman. “We have an aggressive game plan to modernize, renew, and grow America’s passenger railroad.” Boardman
Read moreHaiti is a scene of unimaginable devastation and human tragedy today. Please do all you can to help Haitians survive Tuesday’s massive earthquake by donating to one of the many service organizations listed at the bottom of this story. This is a tough time for many of you. But we show our true character by
Read moreTCU International President Bob Scardelletti announced several staff changes at TCU Headquarters to become effective January 1, 2010. “This New Year brings about some changes, TCU is saying goodbye to great leaders and lifelong union activists, TCU wishes everyone success in their new endeavors,” said Scardelletti. International Secretary-Treasurer Danny Biggs and International Vice-President and National
Read moreA resolution was recently introduced in congress that A. Philip Randolph should be recognized for his lifelong leadership and work to end discrimination and secure equal employment and labor opportunities for all Americans. Randolph championed civil rights with the Pullman Porters and obtained the AFL charter for the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters. The Brotherhood
Read moreOn December 7, 2009 TCU International Vice-President Joel Parker testified at the public hearing held by the NMB on the proposed rule change in voting procedures. Speaking for TCU and also on the behalf of the UTU, TWU, IBEW, the American Train Dispatchers Association and the National Firemen and Oilers, Parker stated, “I come before
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