AT&T Southeast Bargaining Report #69

Today is a significant day for our nation, as we remember the tragic events that took place in 2001. As we remember those who lost their lives due to the attack on September 11th, we also remember the bravery of the many first responders and the courageous efforts of the men and women of the United States Armed Services who rose up in defense of our nation.

Our bargaining team wishes to thank the many CWA members who have served or are currently serving in the United States Military. We thank you for your service and for the freedoms that we have today. Our team continued their efforts to reach an agreement, working late into the night, leaving the bargaining table at 2:00 A.M this morning. We were back at it again early this morning and met with the company again to deliver a comprehensive package proposal to settle the contract.

Today, we are focusing on the broader issues that impact all CWA members in District 3 - wages, benefits, pensions, etc. Last week we distributed two different bargaining reports that contained detailed information concerning the differences in CWA’s proposals on wages and benefits compared to AT&T’s offer on the same issues. Our team is working around the clock to close that gap, and get us closer to what our members deserve.

Please know that we could not properly express how much your support has meant to us throughout this journey. We were sent here to fight for what you deserve, and we are doing just that. Every day we are inspired by the membership across District 3. It is our mission to reach an agreement at the bargaining table as soon as possible, but it cannot be just any agreement. After years of givebacks to AT&T, your solidarity, and the sacrifices you have made throughout this historic ULP strike, shining a light on the company's bad faith bargaining, is an inspiration to the bargaining team to keep fighting.