This Fourth of July, we celebrate the strength of labor and the democracy of unions! Unions are about as patriotic as you can get, with union members throughout the country leading the way to promote economic fairness, workers' rights, and social progress. All of these ultimately strengthen our nation.
As we've witnessed this year the gutting and decimation of the federal workforce and public service funding, it's been unions who have spoken out for vital public employees and services and stood up for them in court (and won) all across this country.
What makes America great? The true beauty of our nation from sea to shining sea, the giving hearts of our people, and principles, like freedom and opportunity for all, that have shaped our nearly 250 year history. "It's unions and its activists that have helped shape this nation and will continue to fight so that those who are disenfranchised or seek justice always have a voice," said OCSEA President Chris Mabe.