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Giving Back
One of our Four Pillars of Success is activism. Activism takes many shapes
and, in turn, has many advantages for us. The basic notion is that we, as union
members, and the organizations to which we belong (Local and International
unions) have a moral responsibility to be part of the communities in which
we work and live.
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MATTHEW D. LOEB
And to do our part as citizens and union members to
the IATSE and unions in general may succeed. This is done
advance the social and economic conditions of workers, and
by supporting politicians and legislation that support workers.
give of ourselves to those who may be in need.
The list of charitable efforts is long and one need not look
too hard to find worthy causes. Many of our members and
Locals have engaged in charitable activism such as food drives,
coat and clothing drives, support for veterans and wounded
warriors, support for various organizations that benefit
people who suffer from illness and diseases, supporting
religious charities, working with schools to teach children
about the future of work in our industry. Such efforts range
from participation of an individual to small groups to large
Furthermore, we have numerous employers that are controlled
or influenced by government agencies. The advantages of our
potent political presence cannot be underestimated. We must
use all available leverage to better the lives of the membership
and, rest assured, playing in the political arena is an effective
tool toward this end.
Many of us are engaged, involved activists. More of us
need to be. Whether it’s showing up for a rally or march to
support a cause, walking a picket line, serving food to the
industry-wide efforts.
In addition, the community and our members see real
advantages when we effectively engage in the political process.
We must create and maintain a political environment in which
homeless or simply making a donation to a worthy cause, you
can make a difference. I encourage you to become involved
and work to ensure a community of compassion, fairness and
progress.
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