Transit Strike report from the union
Hey Folks,
I received this letter Thursday. It gives some facts and perspective you might not have gotten from the print or boob-tube media.
- Uke Man
Dear Working America member,
Just two days ago, 37,200 transit
workers went on strike on behalf of all workers whose wages, retirement security and jobs are under attack by their employers.The New York Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) is operating with a $1 billion surplus and is using disinformation, smears and pressure tactics to pit current workers against future employees who would be required to pay 4 percent more toward their pensions than current employees. The strikers made it clear to the MTA that if they took the increase in pension payments for future employees off the table, they would negotiate. The MTA refused, leaving the transit workers with no alternative.
With a $1 billion surplus, the MTA does not need cuts. Don't let the MTA lower the standards for middle-class workers and pit future employees against existing ones.
While pundits in the news media debate the legitimacy of the strike, our peers on the front lines have shown great courage and sacrifice. We need to show them our full support. You can make a difference by making a donation now.We will keep you updated as events unfold in New York City.Sincerely,
Working America, AFL-CIODec. 22, 2005
I received this letter Thursday. It gives some facts and perspective you might not have gotten from the print or boob-tube media.
- Uke Man
Dear Working America member,
Just two days ago, 37,200 transit
workers went on strike on behalf of all workers whose wages, retirement security and jobs are under attack by their employers.The New York Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) is operating with a $1 billion surplus and is using disinformation, smears and pressure tactics to pit current workers against future employees who would be required to pay 4 percent more toward their pensions than current employees. The strikers made it clear to the MTA that if they took the increase in pension payments for future employees off the table, they would negotiate. The MTA refused, leaving the transit workers with no alternative.
With a $1 billion surplus, the MTA does not need cuts. Don't let the MTA lower the standards for middle-class workers and pit future employees against existing ones.
While pundits in the news media debate the legitimacy of the strike, our peers on the front lines have shown great courage and sacrifice. We need to show them our full support. You can make a difference by making a donation now.We will keep you updated as events unfold in New York City.Sincerely,
Working America, AFL-CIODec. 22, 2005
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