President Abilio Villaverde talks about the upcoming 27th TWU International Convention September 15-19 in Las Vegas.

He goes over the delegate nomination and election process, what to expect as a delegate, the importance of our Local having representation at the convention, and some inspiring moments he's experienced at past conventions.

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Our extended interview with Kama and Mahea on the importance of hula, preserving Pacific island history, how they talk story through their dance and advice for mainlanders visiting the islands.

Watch the Heritage Month video from the TWU Local 555 Civil & Human Rights Committee here.

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We continue our Heritage Month Podcast Series on location in BHM with Ramp Agent Tony Smith. Tony talks about growing up in Birmingham during the civil rights movement, his ties to one of our country's civil rights heroes, the progress we've made and have yet to make, and what Black History Month means to him.

Make sure you check out our Heritage Month Video with Tony as he takes us around to some of the most important locations in the fight for civil rights in Birmingham. https://youtu.be/iQ8Iiy2JNRE

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In an extended conversation, President Villaverde looks back at the highs and lows of 2024, and the gains the LEB has attained by working together in the first nine months.

He also talks about the strength of our Local and the two issues that our Union must overcome as we grow our solidarity to its fullest potential.

Watch the 2025 TWU Local President's Address to the membership here: https://ytube.io/43G1

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1st Vice President Tony Slavings talks about the role of 1st VP, the progress made and the benefits of building relationships with the new L.E.B. Members, and why it was so vital for the Education Committee to start the year focusing on Article 23 - Attendance.

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2nd VP Bryan Gaulle on getting the call to run for higher service to his Union, the importance of listening before acting, the committees he liaisons, the role of the 2nd VP, and the biggest issues facing our Local moving forward in 2025.

Jason Sonnabaum talks about his lifelong passion for organized labor, the duties of the Treasurer, challenges of the position, and his excitement over the future of the Local.

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Recording Secretary Nicole Salinas is In the Breakroom to talk about her rise as a union advocate, her first term so far, and the duties of the Recording Secretary.

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