Some 175,000 union members, human rights, faith and workers rights activists rallied in Washington D.C. for One Nation Working Together for Jobs, Education and Economic Justice. “We come together today because America needs jobs. Good jobs that support families, all families,” said AFL CIO President Richard Trumpka speaking from the steps of the Lincoln Memorial.
The TWU was proud to join the thousands of union members, activists and students who gathered at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington DC in a rally to put America back to work and pull America back together. TWU members from around the country mobilized to join the historical event and voice their support for jobs and justice. We came to DC from places as far away as Florida, Texas, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania and New York to hear labor leaders, civil rights pioneers and workers speak.
Local 514 was represented by political coordinator Teresa McMillian, Dennis Hall, Inspector out of Landing gear, Brad Chancelor, mechanic on the pulse line and Rick Allen, Machinist from manufacturing shop.
The message being sent out is that the work needs to stay home and to keep it here. Everyone need to tell their family, neighbors, friend, coworkers that a change is needed. And the way to start that change is to vote for all who support labor and keep the slogan ”Made in America” Alive. We can keep the momentum going by getting out the vote on November 2.
Article written by Rick Allen a TWU volunteer activist and has served as Sergeant-of-Arms in the past.