Joe Allen: Why is TDU so Hostile to Anti-war Activism?

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[percap2high]

Hey Joe I think I agree with TDU on this one. We've already got so much to disagree about in the union why add US foriegn policy to the mix?

[JZuraw]

I don't always agree with TDU's choices, but the record shows 1) a focus on the Union's core mission, and 2) a balance in keeping both pro-labor Democrats and Left sectarians from piggy-backing on TDU organizing.

[Nickjamesups]

I remember when about 20 years ago a member came to the mic. and announced that the KKK was having a march and asked for volunteers to join him in a counter protest. He was ruled out of order and told it was not the business of the union . I’m not sure I agreed. Regardless I have a problem with people being “ banned” from expressing their views . From Joe Allen’s description it certainly sounds like TDU should remove the “D” from their initials. TPU might be more appropriate, Teamsters for Paff’s Union . I hope the younger members study the history of what used to be a voice for reform and not simply a voice for OZ .

[Thisischange?]

What's the harm in allowing the resolution to recieve an up or down vote? It's a resolution, it's non binding. So much for democracy. TPU has lost the D. Toilet Paper Unionists? What a bunch of cowardly asswipes. Don't take on anything controversial it might affect your cash flow.

[Mr. Teamster]

Ken Paff and David Levin are protecting the motherland. They have not forgotten those days when they were given "birth right". Question: How were only 400 terrorists killed (they claim) when in reality 20,000 people were slaughtered in Gaza? 70 percent were women and children. Also, most of the "atrocities" against Israelies were proven to be bullshit!t. Ummmmm... genocide!

How i feel is i dont want the teamsters or my local union to take any stand on this. It is irrelevant to our cause.

[Gimme_Danger]

The TDU constitution literally says it doesn't get involved with political causes. They've been consistent in the interpretation and application.
Members can bring up politics at Local meetings all they want.

[Nickjamesups]

Could not find that article , can you please site the specific number ?

[Teamsterstrong]

TDU is a cult

[percap2high]

What's the harm in allowing the resolution to recieve an up or down vote? It's a resolution, it's non binding. So much for democracy. TPU has lost the D. Toilet Paper Unionists? What a bunch of cowardly asswipes. Don't take on anything controversial it might affect your cash flow.

I think the only harm is that it sets a precident and others will want their political issues heard even when they have nothing to do with the union. However I would never be so bold as to suggest how TDU should operate, nor do I care.

[DanaCos]

How i feel is i dont want the teamsters or my local union to take any stand on this. It is irrelevant to our cause.

I agree and was being sarcastic. If you feel the need to propose it at the convention, so be it. Is it productive to the cause? Not really. I feel ya.