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Workers want change
Isabel M. Peña
Laundry worker, Western States Regional Joint Board member of 20 years
It's important to be part of a union because we get better benefits, to get representation inside our worksite, and so that employers respect us.
Donald Myers
Operator, Bemis Inc. Exec Board Member NYNJ Joint Board
I feel great! I want to thank everyone working nationwide to make this new union happen. We will be stronger and continue to fight for the rights of workers.
¡Me siento bien! Quiero darle las gracias a todos los que están trabajando a nivel nacional para crear esta nueva unión. Seremos mas fuertes y seguiremos luchando para los derechos de el trabajador.

When the American Bankers Association showed up in Chicago this week they were greeted by 5,000 angry taxpayers rallying to demand accountability from bailed out banks. Four hundred Workers United members employed by Hartmarx turned out for the protest.