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  • RWDSU 220

    What a Good Union Facebook Page Looks Like

    RWDSU Local 220 is a union local using Facebook in the right way.   If you are looking for a model for your own unions Facebook page – this is a good place to start. Take a look at RWDSU 220′s Facebook Page They have...

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    Creating Cheap Stands for Union Banners

    I’ve created several banner frames using this technique I found in Bigger Labor: A Crash Course for Construction Union Organizers. Bob Oedy has just uploaded a video showing exactly how he does it. He’s also uploaded written instructions on creating a banner frame.

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  • Cold Union Organizing Leafleting

    Cold Union Organizing Leafleting

    Cold leafletting is a little like hanging out in a singles bar if you want to get married. It might work, but there are way better ways to accomplish your goal.

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    How to Write Great Union Leaflets (even if you’re not a great writer!)

    Staring at a blank screen not sure what to write? You can talk right? PERFECT, then you can write a union leaflet. 1. Write Just Like you Talk Picture the worker you want to reach. Talk with them. Write down what you say. (Can’t type...

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  • Video Testimonials From Members - Your Secret Weapon

    A Union Organizer’s Secret Weapon

    Testimonials – Good Testimonials with a picture – You’re almost there! Video testimonials – You win! Video testimonials are the next best thing to having a member in the room with you. The employer will do their best to convince workers that negotiations is some...

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