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In reply to the discussion: As Labor Day, comes upon us, what Union were or are you a member of. No owners, gave us anything, We fought for Child [View all]MerryBlooms
(12,248 posts)77. You didn't get confused. I just wanted get get a word in for SEIU
And the vast folks SEIU covers.
You have a lovely holiday
I'm working until Sunday, but I also care for my 82 y/o sis. T2 diabetes. Recect heart valve replacement. Other sis I live with, had a stroke, and the an aneurysm clamping. It's been crazy around here! Lol
3 sisters, and aging isn't agreeing with any of us. 😂😂😂
Take care, and all my union folks❤️❤️❤️
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As Labor Day, comes upon us, what Union were or are you a member of. No owners, gave us anything, We fought for Child [View all]
debm55
Aug 2025
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APWU (American Postal Workers Union) and NALC (National Association of Letter Carriers).
Ping Tung
Aug 2025
#1
Government Employees Union in 1970s. Joined grocery workers union when the steward/butcher threw a meat cleaver
Silent Type
Aug 2025
#15
Thank you 50 Shades of Blue. My husband belonged to the union before he retired. Union Strong.
debm55
Aug 2025
#22
That you very much, Iris. And Congratulations on being from a Union Family. Happy Labor Day.
debm55
Aug 2025
#29
Thank you very much, Ritabert, Gone are the days teachers had to stop teaching once they got married.
debm55
Aug 2025
#30
Thank you very much, Blue Tsunami2018, I totally agree with you. Have a relaxing Labor Day, my friend.
debm55
Aug 2025
#43
Thank you very much. kimbutgar. Yes, gone are the days of teachers being fired for getting married or oh dear. having a
debm55
Aug 2025
#45
Thank you very much , Swede. You have the hands and back of a worker who has done hard work in his lifetime. May you
debm55
Aug 2025
#46
I remember that. Did you get hired by another airport. That is a tough job. I congratulations my friend.You stood up for
debm55
Aug 2025
#47
Thank you and congratulations. jalan48, Some still oppose the union. Forgetting what those early in the Labor Movement
debm55
Aug 2025
#39
As a retired teacher. I want to Congratulate you for the work you have done. Union Proud.
debm55
Aug 2025
#49
Thank you very much for both of your service to the CWA Local 6137, Enjoy your Labor Day.
debm55
Aug 2025
#68
My father was a member of the UAW, but that's as close as I ever got to being in one.
Xavier Breath
Aug 2025
#52
Thank you very much, Bmoboy. You have had a variety of Union Jobs. Enjoy your Labor Day.
debm55
Aug 2025
#54
Thank you very much, DiamondShark. You are Union Strong. Have a great Labor Day.
debm55
Aug 2025
#63
I think I got my posts confused. But I want to add that you are an angel for the work you do. Enjoy your Labor Day.
debm55
Aug 2025
#74
What a wonderful woman you are, KentuckyWoman, You are Union Strong in every way. Have a relaxing Labor Day.
debm55
Aug 2025
#78