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A DIVISION OF THE LABORERS’ INTERNATIONAL UNION OF NORTH AMERICA
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Why Blind Loyalty Hurt Democracy…………………………………1&2 Trump the Snowman………….……..3 Are you a Fascist? Do you Support a Fascist…………………………….4&5 Every Vote Counts…………………..5 Why your Vote this Election is Crucial……………………………..5,6,&7 Retirees Corner…………………..8&9 Postal Service Secret Meeting……...10 Delivery in Failure……………...11,12 General Speaking……………….12,13 THS /Tows / ATU………………….13 Issues Arising………………………14 MBHP……………………………...15 PAC……...…………………….16&17 Just the Facts……………………18,19 Let’s try this Again………………...20 The little Things………………..20,21 Golden SDC……………………….21
Why Blind Loyalty Hurts Democracy
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s we head into another election season, it’s critical to remember one thing: elections are not a game. They are not about picking your favorite "team" and sticking with them no matter what, as if political parties were sports franchises and elections a championship series. Democracy is about more than loyalty to a party—it's about the people, policies, and values that shape our collective future. When we treat elections like a game, we undermine the seriousBy Tony Wilson ness of the decisions we are making, decisions President that will impact our lives, our families, and our communities for years to come.
It's About Values, Not Just Party Too often, people become so entrenched in party loyalty that they vote based solely on the letter next to a candidate’s name, regardless of whether that candidate truly represents their interests. Blindly supporting a political party is not a sign of strength or unity—it’s a failure to hold our leaders accountable. In a functioning democracy, no party or candidate should ever have a free pass. Our votes should be based It makes no sense to on the values we believe in, the policies we need, and give someone a job, the direction we want our only for them to turn country to go.
around and take yours Elections are a time to reflect on what truly matters: once they get into ofAre our leaders fighting for fice workers' rights, economic justice, and fair wages? Are they protecting our healthcare, our education system, and our environment? Are they upholding the rights and freedoms of all citizens, regardless of background? If the answer is no, it doesn’t matter what party they represent—they don’t deserve our vote (continued on page 2) STATE OF THE UNION
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