NYTimes: The Shutdown Made Sara Nelson Into America’s Most Powerful Flight Attendant
The Shutdown Made Sara Nelson Into America’s Most Powerful Flight Attendant
A rising star of the labor movement, she’s made a career of getting unruly people to do what she wants.
Originally published in The New York Times by Natalie Kitroeff on February 22, 2019
Read more »February 16 Lockout Never Again Events
Find a #LockoutNeverAgain Action
We have averted continued catastrophe for almost two million workers, and the rest of us who would lose our own job security without them. We need to fix the abysmal labor rights in this country for federal workers and all working people. Improving labor rights for every worker in the U.S. will go far to stop government shutdowns.
While Flight Attendants are relieved to avoid a continued shutdown, we must work to ensure they never happen again. Our safety and security is not a political game. Learn more >
Saturday, February 16, 2019 Airport Events
Read more »President Nelson Testifies in Congress About Impact of Shutdown on Aviation
AFA International President Nelson Testifies in Congress About Impact of Shutdown on Aviation
Read more »Register Now: Webcast on Monday, Feb. 11 at 5pm Eastern
Register Now: Webcast on Monday, Feb. 11 at 5pm Eastern
This is an ALL CALL. Register now to join the Monday Webcast detailing the impact of a continued Shutdown on our safety, security and jobs. Washington has not reached an agreement to secure funding for our government – the vital agencies that we need to do our jobs and keep people safe. This morning, representatives from the White House are saying a continued shutdown is not off the table.
Read more »New House Bill Would Fund FAA During Government Shutdown
New House Bill Would Fund FAA During Government Shutdown
This article was originally posted by Aviation Today on February 9, 2019.
Read more »What's At Stake: Webcast on Monday, Feb. 11 at 5pm Eastern
What's At Stake: Webcast on Monday, Feb. 11 at 5pm Eastern
If federal workers can't do their jobs, we can't do ours. It's as simple as that.
Read more »Flight Attendants Send Messages of Appreciation to ATC and TSA
Flight Attendants Send Messages of Appreciation to ATC and TSA
The Savvy Stews today posted a message from Flight Attendants and passengers to ATC and TSA: "Isn't this GREAT! AA flight crew and passengers cheer support for @AFGENational, @NATCA and other federal workers during flight. That's the way to stand together to say: #LockoutNeverAgain #NoDay36"
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