There was a time when everyone took it for granted that unemployment insurance, which normally terminates after 26 weeks, would be extended in times of persistent joblessness. It was, most people agreed, the decent thing to do.
Sean M. O’Brien today set a Friday deadline for Dunkin’ Donuts’ largest distributor, Northeast DCP, to return to the bargaining table and negotiate in good faith to reach a contract agreement with more than 200 drivers and helpers.
A message from Secretary-Treasurer Ron Herrera:Your Local Union administration and staff hopes that this time of year will bring fun in the sun and much relaxation for you and your families.The Local 396 membership meetings have been suspended by vote of the members present at the May meeting. The months of June, July and August will be dark.
Teamsters General President Jim Hoffa today called on Congress to stress road and bridge repair and public transit expansion in the next federal highway bill.