Episode 41: Interview with Brooklyn - Staten Island NALC Merged Branch 41 President, and NALC National Trustee Candidate, John Cruz from FedUp with Ron Speakman

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Episode 41: Interview with Brooklyn - Staten Island NALC Merged Branch 41 President, and NALC National Trustee Candidate, John Cruz

1 hour 34 minutes Posted Dec 28, 2024 at 11:14 am.

Intro, Disclaimer, and Guest Intro

Who is John Cruz

When Did John Join the Nalc

When did John become Actively Involved with the NALC

What positions did John Hold in the NALC

Contributing Factors that Made John Want to Step Up

Is the USPS a Toxic & Hostile Work Environment

Johns Removal Issued by the USPS

Do We Have a Democratic Union Anymore

Precedent that John Set with Through an Arbitration Case

How & When Did John Join the CLC

What Makes James Henry the Man for the Job as the Next NALC President

John’s Agenda & Mission Statement for NALC National Trustee

OWCP Talk & Looking Out for his Brothers & Sisters

What Can Region 15 Improve On

Merging of Staten Island Branch 99 with Brooklyn Branch 41

Would Other Branches Benefit from Merging

Putting John In the Hot House; How Is It Working With Richie Ray

Thoughts on NALC’s Region 12’s NBA Candidate, Bill Kriebel

Holding ”Vote No” Rallies Regarding the Tentative Agreement

Tentative Agreement Ballots

Thoughts on Current NALC National Leadership

Thoughts on Some Local Presidents and NBA’s Threatning Members to Vote Yes on the Tentative Agreement

Is Collusion & Corruption Present In the NALC Today

John’s Closing Message to the NALC Members

John’s Shoutouts

FedUp’s Closing Message

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Today, we’re joined by John Cruz, the powerhouse President of the Brooklyn-Staten Island NALC Merged Branch 41. Known for his unwavering advocacy for City Letter Carriers, John’s dedication sends shockwaves through management and commands respect across the NALC. Listen to us as we dive deep into his journey as a relentless champion for his members, his role in the Concerned Letter Carriers (CLC) Movement, and his decision to run for NALC National Trustee. From leading ”vote no” rallies against a contentious tentative agreement to shaking up the system with unapologetic action, John Cruz embodies the Brooklyn spirit: tough, bold, and unyielding. Tune in for an unscripted, raw, and passionate discussion about advocacy, leadership, and the fight for dignity and respect in the workplace, as this Brooklyn-style conversation will inspire you to stand up, speak out, and never back down!

CLC Website: https://concernedlettercarriers.com/

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