Felicia Miller has seen first-hand the power of union members to improve their lives by getting involved in political and legislative action.
A longtime UFCW Local 400 shop steward who works as a deli clerk at Safeway #1801 in Warrenton, Virginia, Felicia is a political dynamo who works tirelessly to elect pro-worker candidates and to pressure elected officials to pass pro-worker policies in Richmond and Washington, D.C. “As union members, we need a voice because it seems like we are being targeted and not in a good way,” Felicia says. “So I feel we need to get out there and make a difference.” Read more at ufcw400.org And for the latest labor events, go to dclabor.org, and click on calendar. Here’s today's labor history: On this date in 1880, John L. Lewis, president of United Mine Workers of America and founding president of the Congress of Industrial Organizations, was born near Lucas, Iowa. Today’s labor quote is by abolitionist Frederick Douglass, born into slavery near Easton, Maryland on this date in 1818. Frederick Douglass, who said: “Find out what people will submit to and you will have found the exact amount of injustice and wrong, which will be imposed on them.” Union City Radio sponsor UnionPlus wants you to know that they’re committed to improving the quality of life of working families through their unique products and services. Find out more at unionplus.org!
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After a year on the job, Education Secretary Betsy DeVos got an “F” from students, parents, educators and community members.
More than 40,000 report cards grading her performance were delivered to DeVos at the Department of Education yesterday. The report cards also provide comments on the great things happening in public schools and what DeVos should be doing to support them. On today's labor calendar, there’s a solidarity rally for jailed Korean labor leaders, starting at 9:15am this morning at the Korean Embassy on Massachusetts Ave NW; Complete details on our website, dclabor.org, click on calendar. Here’s today's labor history: On this date in 2000, some 19,000 Boeing engineers and technical workers in Washington state and Oregon began a successful 40-day strike over economic issues. Today’s labor quote is by Mother Jones, arrested on February 11, 1913 while leading a protest of conditions in West Virginia mines. She was 83 years old at the time. Mother Jones, who said: "I would fight God Almighty Himself if He didn't play square with me." Union City Radio sponsor UnionPlus wants you to know that they’re committed to improving the quality of life of working families through their unique products and services. Find out more at unionplus.org! How’d you like to be part of Union City Radio’s new labor history podcast? Launched in partnership with the Kalmanovitz Initiative for Labor and the Working Poor at Georgetown University, Labor History Today features labor historian Joe McCartin and a great line-up of labor history experts and ordinary folks talking about the exciting history of working people’s struggles. You can be part of it, just by calling in. For details, go to dclabor.org, click on Union City Radio, choose your favorite labor history item and give us a call! Deadline is noon this Sunday, February 11.
On today's labor calendar, Your Rights At Work airs from 1 to 2p here on WPFW, then at 2p, educators, parents and public education advocates will give Education Secretary Betsy Devos an “F” after her first year on the job. Then at 6 tonight, Working America is holding a meeting to mobilize for Medicaid expansion at NoVA Labor. Complete details on our website, dclabor.org, click on calendar. Here’s today's labor history: On this date in 1912, vigilantes beat IWW organizers in San Diego for exercising their free-speech rights. Today’s labor quote is by Lucy Parsons, co-founder of the Industrial Workers of the World. Lucy Parsons, who said: “The reinvention of daily life means marching off the edge of our maps.” Hosts: Chris Garlock, with Ed Smith
JOIN US AT 202-588-0893 Also, if you miss our live show – or want to hear a past show – Your Rights At Work is now available as a podcast! Just search for Union City Radio on iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts; subscribe and you’ll get our shows right on your phone! Today’s show: National Employment Law Project’s Judi Conti on the Labor Department’s plan that could let bosses pocket tips. 1199SEIU D.C.’s Yahnae Barner on her union’s ongoing battle with George Washington University Hospital. PLUS: lots of great labor music and of course, your calls! JOIN US AT 202-588-0893 Labor Songs: For the love of money- The O'Jays Money - Pink Floyd HD (Studio Version) The Roots "Aint Gonna Let Nobody Turn Me Around" from the film "Soundtrack For A Revolution," screening in this month’s Bread and Roses series! Tuesday, February 20, 6p at the Takoma Busboys and Poets, and Tuesday, February 27, 6p at the Shirlington Busboys and Poets. Both screenings are free; details and RSVP link at dclabor.org, click on Calendar. Curtis Mayfield & The Impressions - People Get Ready (1965) CREDITS: engineered by Mike “The Man” Nasella and produced by Chris Bangert-Drowns Union City Radio is supported by UnionPlus, which provides unique products and discounts for working families. Check them out at unionplus.org! And we’re supported by you, our listeners: call 202-588-9739 or 1-800-222-9739 or pledge online at wpfwfm.org |
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