Episode 172: Boston day 2. Some shout outs and the Lions are running loose.

This episode recaps the second day of the NALC convention in Boston, focusing on the CLC's activities and the overall atmosphere. Corey begins by highlighting the success of the CLC's meet and greet and roundtable events, both of which were extremely well-attended, demonstrating strong member support for the movement. He encourages listeners to follow the convention updates being provided on Discord. He then shares several shout-outs from listeners, thanking them for their support and highlighting their contributions to the union. Corey discusses the vote on the resolution to overturn Renfroe's decision to prevent the hearing of the appeals on the charges, emphasizing the significant margin of victory and the importance of this victory for member empowerment. He then introduces Jamie Partridge, who discusses the Rank and File Exchange event and the importance of open communication and coordinated action among rank-and-file members. Partridge highlights the need to share information and resources across branches, contrasting this with the current lack of transparency and communication from the national union leadership. He emphasizes the growing momentum within the rank and file for reform and change. Corey highlights the significance of the vote as an expression of member power. Corey shares additional listener shout-outs and then introduces a special guest, Mike Caref, who provides an update on the planned balloon release to honor the recently murdered Chicago letter carrier. He expresses frustration with the lack of action taken by the union to protect letter carriers from violence and advocates for greater resources and protection for letter carriers, including a dedicated postal police force. Corey introduces another special guest, Gary Lang, who discusses the events surrounding Renfroe's manipulation of the S&DC agreement. Lang expresses anger over Renfroe's actions and the lack of support from the business agent. The conversation delves into the power dynamics within the union, the challenges of combating management abuses, and the need for greater accountability among union leaders. Corey again emphasizes the need for a more militant union approach. Lang details his efforts to address the situation and his frustration with Renfroe's lack of response and apparent disregard for the issues faced by the branch. He expresses his intention to file charges against Renfroe. Corey introduces another guest, Charlie Miller, who provides a detailed analysis of the first day's events. The discussion covers the strategic maneuvering during the vote, the significance of the vote, and the importance of having the appeals heard by the convention delegates. Miller expresses his dissatisfaction with the executive council's handling of the situation and his strong support for the CLC's efforts to promote greater transparency and accountability. He also highlights the unusual security measures taken at the convention, suggesting this reflects the fear amongst the leadership towards the rank and file movement. Corey offers some additional details on upcoming convention events, including a CLC panel discussion and an after-hours meet-and-greet. He then shares some messages that demonstrate how management is still attempting to manipulate and control carriers through scanner data and unrealistic time expectations, especially concerning stationary events. Corey closes with an impassioned plea for the membership to remain united, actively resist management abuses, and support the ongoing efforts for reform within the NALC. http://www.fromatoarbitration.com/