”AFT in Action:” Defending the Public Good from Profiteers

Resisting repeated attempts by special interests to privatize the services public employees provided to residents and businesses was the topic of discussion in this latest podcast episode. AFT Connecticut President Jan Hochadel was joined by local union leader Bill Garrity, RN, as co-host for a conversation aimed at debunking the mythical claims of outscoring schemes.   Their guest was opinion leader and responsible contracting activist Donald Cohen. The founder of the national policy center In the Public Interest shared insights on the issues he and his co-author gathered for their latest book, "The Privatization of Everything." Copies or access to an e-book version can be purchased online.  AFT Connecticut's podcasts serve to provide a deeper dive into issues impacting members and the wider labor movement as part of the state federation's engagement and communications programs. Members are encouraged to send e-mail with their questions or concerns to be addressed in a future. * Additionally, members can leave a message with their comments to be played on either episode by dialing (860) 257-9782 and and entering extension 116. * We're proud to be part of the Labor Radio/Podcast Network, which collectively gets our movement's message out to working people via the Internet. Breaking news, event announcements, and urgent actions are also posted at the union's Twitter feed, Facebook page and website. * Be sure to include your full name, local union and employer.