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America’s Largest Airline Union Calls on DOJ, DOT to Stop JetBlue/Spirit Deal
Posted OnFebruary 23, 2023 byFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Jonna Huseman, jhuseman@twu.org America’s Largest Airline Union Calls on DOJ, DOT to Stop JetBlue/Spirit Deal WASHINGTON, DC — Citing gross managerial incompetence at JetBlue Airways, massive economic harms that would befall frontline workers, and historical precedence, the Transport Workers Union of America (TWU) is calling on the Departments of Justice…Read More…
TWU Rail Division Representative Brian DeLucia Discusses the dangers of putting profits over people on CNN
Posted OnFebruary 23, 2023 byOn Wednesday, February 22, TWU Rail Division Representative went on CNN where he discussed the dangers of putting profits over people, and directly challenged Norfolk Southern CEO Alan Shaw on the carrier’s safety record. Watch by clicking on the video below.Read More…
TWU members honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Posted OnJanuary 17, 2023 byThis weekend, TWU members from across the country gathered in Houston, Texas to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King. During the weekend-long observance, the TWU Civil and Human Rights Committee also recognized the contributions of civil rights leader, labor activist, and humanitarian Mr. John Bland, who we are proud to call…Read More…
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Posted OnNovember 15, 2022 byThe TWU Celebrates International Working Women’s Day
Posted OnMarch 8, 2022 byThe TWU celebrates International Working Women’s Day 2022. Mike Quill founded this union on the idea of equality in the workplace for all and we continue his fight for true democracy. Today and every day, let’s #BreaktheBias so we can all equally enjoy the fruits of our labor. TWU members who identify as women, please…Read More…
Transportation Technology Campaign Newsletter Issue #5
Posted OnFebruary 17, 2022 byTransportation Technology Campaign Newsletter Issue #5 February 17, 2022 If you see or hear about new technologies or services, please send us an email, TransportationTech@twu.org TWU President Samuelsen Testifies at Congressional Hearing on Automated Vehicles TWU International John Samuelsen testified before the US House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee and urged passage of federal legislation that…Read More…
The TWU Celebrates Black History Month
Posted OnFebruary 1, 2022 byFebruary is Black History Month, which celebrates all of the ways Black Americans have enriched our society. The TWU International will mark Black History Month this year, just as we did in 2021, by sharing stories of Black Americans who have made an impact in the Labor Movement. If you or your local participate in…Read More…
TSA extends face mask requirement at airports and throughout the transportation network
Posted OnMay 12, 2021 byWASHINGTON – The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is extending the face mask requirement for individuals across all transportation networks throughout the United States, including at airports, onboard commercial aircraft, on over-the-road buses, and on commuter bus and rail systems through September 13. TSA’s initial face mask requirement went into effect on February 1 with an…Read More…