2012 has been a special year for us has members of Laborer’s Local 332. It was marked by many special achievements, struggles, and a very significant victory with the re-election of President Barack Obama! There is a powerful lesson to be learned from this remarkable year. Unity by way of active engagement in our union is critical for our survival!
Our struggles have not ended with the election of President Obama! We have new challenges to face as stiff opposition to workers’ salaries and benefits are increasing. More and more states are becoming ‘right to work (for less) states. In Philadelphia, the Post Brothers have mounted a wicked attack against the Building Trade Unions that threatens our benefits, jobs, and our very existence as a Union!
So while we revel in our victories this year, we have to realize that our struggles continue! Lets reflect on one of the crowning achievements of this year-the “Rally for America” event here in Philadelphia! Laborers from all over the country came to this special rally for workers. Our Laborers Local 332 was in the forefront in hosting the event and we came out in full force.
Take a look at this special video of ‘Rally for America’
2013 presents a whole new set of challenges that we must face head on and together! We have to place more emphasis on being qualified and hard working laborers! Participation in Union activities is essential to our survival as a work force. We cant rest…lets get ready to rumble!!
