From A to Arbitration

Episode 130: Is it better to out-monster the monster or to be quietly devoured? Making sure we all have a seat at the NALC table!

11 Dec 2023

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This episode of From A to Arbitration is a passionate discussion on the state of the NALC, focusing on the need for change and accountability within its leadership. Corey begins by acknowledging listener feedback and announcing plans for future episodes, notably on Act of God and hour office time grievances. The episode's central theme is a critique of the current union leadership, particularly their perceived lack of support for rank-and-file members, and potentially a lack of transparency in negotiations. Corey uses the metaphor of being "quietly devoured" by a powerful adversary to describe the union's position, arguing that the current leadership is not adequately representing the city letter carriers' needs. He accuses union leaders of enabling, or at least failing to address, abusive management behaviors and argues that this stems from a lack of sufficient understanding of the realities faced by letter carriers on the front lines. The episode includes a reading of a letter from a member expressing deep disappointment in the lack of representation for women in the union, and specifically black women, in positions of authority and decision-making. Corey uses the letter to underscore a larger issue of inclusivity and fairness within the union, highlighting potential discrimination. The discussion also delves into Corey's frustrations with the union's perceived inaction on various issues, including a specific case concerning the falsification of employee records, highlighting the perceived lack of action against bad management practices and the union's potentially complicit role in enabling these behaviors. A call for a more militant and transparent approach is repeated throughout, emphasizing the need for a new leadership regime committed to the interests of the city letter carriers. The episode concludes with additional previews of future episodes, including Corey's closing argument in a previous arbitration case and a deeper dive into other grievances, showcasing Corey's resolute advocacy for the letter carriers. Corey's criticism of the union is rooted in his desire for a more militant and transparent union, one that truly represents the needs of the rank and file rather than the interests of its leaders or those of postal management. http://www.fromatoarbitration.com/

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3ª PARTE | 17 DIC 2025 | EL PARTIDAZO DE COPE

01 Jan 1970

El Partidazo de COPE

13:00H | 21 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

01 Jan 1970

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12:00H | 21 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

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10:00H | 21 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

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13:00H | 20 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

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12:00H | 20 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

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Episode 130: Is it better to out-monster the monster or to be quietly devoured? Making sure we all have a seat at the NALC table!

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3ª PARTE | 17 DIC 2025 | EL PARTIDAZO DE COPE

13:00H | 21 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

12:00H | 21 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

10:00H | 21 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

13:00H | 20 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

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