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Sep. 01, 2017

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Why a Strike Is Still One of the Union’s Strongest Weapons

It was spring 1985, and tensions were high at the East Bay Municipal Utilities District.

Why a Strike Is Still One of the Union’s Strongest Weapons

Aug. 29, 2017

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Local 2428’s New Contract Brings More Equity to East Bay Parks Members

Local 2428 members recently won a contract that brings more equity to the workers who maintain the endless miles of open space that make the Bay Area one of the best places to live in the country.

Local 2428’s New Contract Brings More Equity to East Bay Parks Members

Aug. 25, 2017

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Why Joining a Strong Union Is the Way to Go

You’ve heard the myth of the self-made man: If you cultivate a positive attitude and work hard, you can start out with nothing and still become the next billionaire. What’s more appealing than the belief in complete self-sufficiency?

Why Joining a Strong Union Is the Way to Go

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Aug. 14, 2017

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State Psychologists’ Jobs Saved Thanks to New California Law

More than 100 Local 2620 state psychologists will be able to keep their jobs thanks an important victory in the State Legislature that will give them more flexibility when it comes to obtaining their professional licenses

State Psychologists’ Jobs Saved Thanks to New California Law

Jul. 25, 2017

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This Member Doesn’t See Himself a Hero. Everyone Else Does

It was going to be a special day and John Marciel had it all planned: He and his family would attend his eldest son’s high school graduation. Then they would relax at the Centerville Beach near Ferndale, California, about 260 miles north of San Francisco.

This Member Doesn’t See Himself a Hero. Everyone Else Does