Fair-weather friend

‘The TWU International actively worked to undermine the 2005 strike. In order to avoid fines against the national union, TWU president Mike O’Brien publicly urged Local 100 members to “cease strike activity” and return to work.’ Now there is a call from TWU International to all members to join “One Nation: Marching for One Dream” on 10-2-10.

TWU International without Local 100 is nothing! There were many questions that needed to be answered such as: Why should we join them without them paying through the nose for undermining expression of worker power? Also are they worthy of Local 100 members’ obedience?

We recommend that the Local 100 be a stand alone union, and we do not need 

TWU International. In fact they need us this can be seen if you go around the country and ask anyone what TWU International is and they would not know them. However when you ask them if they are aware of the NYC Transit workers Local 100, you can see their eyes shine brightly with admiration and jubilation.

Local 100 has reached its height and maturity and we do not need TWU International. There is no visible return or benefit to the rank and file except for paying an extremely expensive price for that worthless friendship and those worthless T shirts. A common sense investor would stop the bleeding once they realize that there is not return. That money should used for the benefit of the membership of Local 100.

Every member of the Local 100 must be made aware of this heinous and cowardly act of the TWU international for undermining the strike. Fingers must be pointed to the TWU international and they should feel the wrath of Local 100.

There is an unconfirmed report that the TWU International will move to Washington DC and we say good riddance! Out of sight and out of mind, and once they move we recommend that we sever ties and everyone fend for themselves.