To be recognized and respected as a representation unit, it is critical to participate in the political arena. Knowing and assisting elected officials lets them know that we are willing to work towards common goals, and helps when issues of employer abuses take place. One of the major ways we can help toward this end without sacrificing precious time is to join C.O.P.E.; CWA's political action arm. By joining COPE, you assure that Local 4502 has the monetary "clout" to have our voices heard. It only takes a little to go a long way to justice and equity. Sign up today! no amount is too small. You can find the COPE sign up form under the "Reference" tab of this website. You can also call the Union offices at 485-1265 for more information.
Committee on Political Education
Local 4502, in unity with CWA International, encourages all Union members to step forward and excercise their right to VOTE this Fall. It is critically important that elected officials be voted back in that are FRIENDS of Labor!! Workers rights, pension security and conditions in the workplace are all at stake in this philisophical battle for our future. Currently, we encourage you to support these candidates who have proven to be honest, remained true to principle and are Labor minded:
Mary Jo Kilroy.....Congress
Kevin Boyce........Ohio Treasurer
Rich Cordray.......Ohio Attorney General
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