When workers come together to form a union, they’re making a choice to build collective power and win the pay, benefits and workplace standards they deserve. The road to unionization is, far too often, a tough one. But as employees at Dallas-area contractor Stratus Systems demonstrated when they won their election to join SMART Local 68, solidarity on the job can help workers overcome the challenges in their path.
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— Jul 3
Your voice matters in this year’s local union elections. Read on to learn why updating your contact information is essential for every member to make sure they are heard.
The post Keep Your Voice Strong: Make Sure You Get Your Ballot appeared first on SMART Union.
— Jul 1
Brother Ricky Karlecke (Local 1534, Chicago, Ill.) fought a brave battle with an aggressive form of pancreatic cancer that sadly ended when he passed away on June 21, 2026. As his family prepares to lay him to rest, read on to find out how you can help ease their financial burden.
The post After Succumbing to Pancreatic Cancer, Local 1534 Member’s Family Needs Our Help appeared first on SMART Union.
— Jul 1
