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UFCW 588 by webmaster — last modified 2005-10-06 12:59

Official Website of the union leadership

UFCW by webmaster — last modified 2005-10-06 12:59

International union website

UFCW International Constitution by webmaster — last modified 2005-10-06 12:59

UFCW International Constitution

Labornotes by RankNfile — last modified 2005-10-06 12:59

Labor Notes is a non-profit organization that has been the voice of union activists who want to "put the movement back in the labor movement" since 1979. For years, the labor movement has been reeling from an employers' offensive. We now have real lower wages, less job security, and smaller, weaker unions than the previous generation. Employers are turning what used to be good, steady jobs into poorly-paid drudgery, often dangerous and stressful. Some of us work more overtime than we want; others must make due with part-time or temporary jobs. For the most part, our union leaders are not doing a good job of reversing this trend. Some are on the golf course; other just don't understand that things have changed -- that the old "business-as-usual" way of thinking won't work anymore. Some see the need for major changes, such as new organizing, but don't believe that democracy in our unions is key to making these changes. Labor Notes believes that if the labor movement is to regain the numbers and the power we have lost in past decades, we must deal with the problems we face. Some of these problems are a result of outside influences, but some are our movement's own failings.

Teamsters For A Democratic Union by webmaster — last modified 2005-10-06 12:59

The united rank and file movement to reform the Teamsters, created out of the merger of the Professional Drivers Council (PROD) and TDU in 1980.

ILA Rank and File by webmaster — last modified 2005-10-06 12:59

ILA Rank and File is an organization of ILA members who came together around contract negotiations to fight for a just contract.

reapinc by webmaster — last modified 2005-10-06 12:59

A national research, educational and advocacy organization. REAP is a nonprofit organization founded in 1989 by a small number of UFCW members and union officers. REAP does extensive research and publishes the results on a wide range of issues impacting union members and workers in general.

LaborNet by RankNfile — last modified 2005-10-06 12:59

Global online communication for a democratic, independent labor movement.

The Labor Educator by RankNfile — last modified 2005-10-06 12:59

Corporate Unionism

Indymedia by RankNfile — last modified 2005-10-06 12:59

Labor and workers news items.

Association for Union Democracy by RankNfile — last modified 2005-10-06 12:59

The Association for Union Democracy (AUD) is a pro-labor, non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the principles and practices of democratic trade unionism in the North American labor movement. It is the premise of AUD that internal democracy makes unions stronger and better able to fight for the rights and interests of working people. We provide organizing, educational, and legal assistance to union members fighting for greater control of their unions. No other organization is dedicated solely to advancing the democratic rights of union members.

Rank and File AFL-CIO by RankNfile — last modified 2005-10-06 12:59

America's Union Reform Movement

WalMartsux.com by RankNfile — last modified 2005-10-06 12:59

If Sam were alive today he would feel totally ashamed, embarrassed and disturbed by what the surviving Walton family have done to Sam's dream. Sam believed the success in any Wal*Mart store was the direct result of the integrity and hard work of its employees. But, now that dream has turned into a modern retail nightmare! The emphasis on the associates has been replaced by the all mighty dollar! Because of there NEW philosophy, Wal*Mart has begun to show a badly tarnished image. No longer does Wal*Mart stand for the American worker. With every passing day a new headline shocks the American consumer. Over 1 1/2 MILLION female worker's suing Wal*Mart for unfair treatment while in their employ. Wages so low that single parents are forced to apply for public assistance in attaining decent health coverage. The crumbling of small towns and cities due to Wal*Mart's predatory price reductions leaving our once proud traditional mom & pop stores and businesses to be forced out of business forever! The Walton family, sons and daughters of the late Wal-Mart founder Sam Walton, retail empire are worth $102.5 billion...that's right...$102.5 Billion! You mean they can't afford to give you an extra $100 in your paycheck every month?! What could the Walton's want with so much money anyway?! Scroll Down!

Northland Poster Collective by RankNfile — last modified 2005-10-06 12:59

Welcome to the Northland Poster Collective online gallery and catalog store. Featuring union made products!

Troublemakers Web-Site by RankNfile — last modified 2005-10-06 12:59

This site is designed for workers who feel the need to do something about conditions at work. By “troublemaker” we mean someone who dares to defend her or his rights and those of fellow workers. That often means making waves and making management uncomfortable—so management tends to cause such brave souls “troublemakers.” Together, this site and the handbook are an organizing manual for workers who want justice from their employers and control over their lives at work.

American's Rights At Work by RankNfile — last modified 2005-10-06 12:59

American Rights at Work has launched Workers’ Rights Watch: Eye on the NLRB. Working directly from the NLRB’s own decisions, our feature will shine a spotlight on how the inadequacies of the law extinguish or delay organizing campaigns and do little to discourage the firing, harassment and discrimination against workers for exercising their legal rights to form a union and collectively bargain.

NLRB Facts by RankNfile — last modified 2005-10-06 12:59

 

The 'Lectric Law Library Lawcopedia's by RankNfile — last modified 2005-10-06 12:59

Labor law info

Future Of The Union by RankNfile — last modified 2005-10-06 12:59

How Do We Feel? In today’s world we need stronger leadership dedicated to strengthening the solidarity of our unions. In the beginning our founders fought for their safety and fair pay, along the way we have lost sight of what we were fighting for. Today we are sacrificing our founding rights for menial advances in less important areas. It is our goal, priority and dream to help unite, strengthen and once again empower the legacy of the union. We want to promote knowledge to all members so that they can effectively govern their unions. Only by realizing that times have changed can we competently take the steps to direct our unions into the new millennia. We are at a unique and crucial point in our union lives, the addition of new members in a new era. It is imperative that we educate these new brothers and sisters, after all they will be the future presidents and shop committee members. This new generation will be the ones left fighting for the present leadership’s retiree benefits as well as bringing in new members. To leave them uneducated and unprepared is to destroy our unions from the inside out. We are forced to fight everyday to keep our jobs in America, to keep our standard of living, and for our civil rights. We need educated members to continue setting the standards of the working class people.

C.A.S.P.I.A.N. by RankNfile — last modified 2005-10-06 12:59

Is Big Brother In Your Grocery Cart?

Retail Worker by RankNfile — last modified 2006-01-25 13:37

Retail Worker is labor news and discussion, by, for and about retail workers. Retail Worker is sponsored by the Industrial Workers of the World labor union, which is now celebrating its 100th anniversary.

IWW Labor Union by RankNfile — last modified 2006-01-25 13:41

Welcome to the official website of the Industrial Workers of the World. Here you'll find just about all you'll need to join the IWW labor union and begin organizing your workplace to build the "One Big Union" in your community. The IWW, now in its 100th year, has a long and celebrated history, but if you're unfamiliar with us, read our mission statement.

uncharted.ca by RankNfile — last modified 2006-02-12 21:48

With the release of the decision in UFCW v. Members for Democracy, a move to a new domain address went from something we had contemplated occasionally to a looming reality. We had 120 days in which to do it. We referred to it as 120 days to r-evolution, our-evolution. (The new Members for Democracy web site)

The Oxnard Files by RankNfile — last modified 2006-03-04 09:11

Do you wnt to know the TRUTH about the Southern Ca grocery strike? Well visit this web site and hear it from the people who lived it!

Members for Democracy Archive by RankNfile — last modified 2006-06-19 09:37

Uncharted.ca "On our new site, we will continue to inform, expose, educate. We will continue to provide a venue for discussion and the free exchange of views among people who work for a living. We will encourage people to publish their news and their stories and promote their interests." (Successor to Members for Democracy) http://www.uncharted.ca/

Ross and the union boss by RankNfile — last modified 2006-10-12 21:53

Rossandtheunionboss.com was created for one simple reason, to provide the public with credible information about the UFCW San Diego Local 135 and its current officials. On this site you have free and open access to letters of correspondence with Union Officials of UFCW local 135 in San Diego, all of which are certified to be authentic and which document my experiences with the Union since Nov., 2004, showing blatant disregard for my and your union member rights.

Harassment101 by RankNfile — last modified 2006-10-15 09:48

We are a new platform for harassment support, information and empowerment. If you are being harassed, or have been harassed, then this is the place for you. We don't want to hold your hand, we want to teach you how to stand. We want to show you how to stand up for your rights, values, and views. You have the right to live, work, play and be educated in an harassment free environment. We want to help you do just that.

UFCW Reform Web Site by RankNfile — last modified 2006-12-03 21:49

The United Food and Commercial Workers International (UFCW) is a labor union which represents about 1.3 million workers in the United States and Canada. UFCW members are employed in a variety of industries; including retail, meat packing, and food processing. The average UFCW worker earns between $25,000 and $30,000 a year, yet there are over 450 officers and staff of the UFCW who were paid in excess of $100,000 in 2005. The international alone accounted for 150 of those. In spite of a series of concessionary contracts which have been negotiated in local after local, the UFCW has continued to increase its per capita dues and its compensation to officers and staff.

People's Weekly World by RankNfile — last modified 2007-06-10 09:16

Working-class news and opinions since 1924. We take sides...Yours!

RISE UP by RankNfile — last modified 2007-07-21 20:31

RISE UP (Retail Industry--Supermarket Employees, United for Progress) is an organization of employees and workers in the retail industry. Designed for action in improving our jobs, our workplaces, and the lives of those with whom we work, it was established in 2005 in the aftermath of the Grocery/Food contracts negotiated by the United Food and Commercial Workers.

Basic Guide to the National Labor Relations Act by RankNfile — last modified 2007-11-03 09:10

 

The Pension Rights Center by RankNfile — last modified 2007-12-29 10:23

The Pension Rights Center is the country’s only consumer organization dedicated solely to protecting and promoting the retirement security of American workers, retirees, and their families. To learn more about the Center's Pension Help, Pension Policy and Pension Action activities, read our About Us page.

Becoming an Effective and Efficient Activist by RankNfile — last modified 2008-03-02 09:44

You owe it to yourself to become as effective as you can. By learning new skills or honing existing skills, you are more likely to have an impact and achieve the results you desire. For example, if you learn how to get a letter to the editor published before sitting down and writing one, you are more likely to get it published

SEIU Member Activists for Reform Today (SMART) by RankNfile — last modified 2008-03-04 07:19

SEIU Member Activists for Reform Today (SMART) is an organization of rank-and-file members of SEIU who believe that members are the real source of strength for our Union and the people behind every victory. Members have fought for years in our work sites, in the streets, and in the halls of government to make SEIU the largest and strongest union in the country – now 1.9 million workers strong. Members also know that growth is critical to our success, and to rebuilding a fighting labor movement – but not growth at all costs, and not without full participation of the members.