About this episode

John Cruz discusses his advocacy for City Letter Carriers and his candidacy for NALC National Trustee.

Today, we’re joined by John Cruz, the powerhouse President of the Brooklyn-Staten Island NALC Merged Branch 41. Known for his unwavering advocacy for City Letter Carriers, John’s dedication sends shockwaves through management and commands respect across the NALC. Listen to us as we dive deep into his journey as a relentless champion for his members, his role in the Concerned Letter Carriers (CLC) Movement, and his decision to run for NALC National Trustee. From leading ”vote no” rallies against a contentious tentative agreement to shaking up the system with unapologetic action, John Cruz embodies the Brooklyn spirit: tough, bold, and unyielding. Tune in for an unscripted, raw, and passionate discussion about advocacy, leadership, and the fight for dignity and respect in the workplace, as this Brooklyn-style conversation will inspire you to stand up, speak out, and never back down! CLC Website: https://concernedlettercarriers.com/

People in this episode

Host: Ron Speakman

Guest: John Cruz

Topics covered

• advocacy
• leadership
• labor rights
• union activities
• workplace dignity

Keywords

• John Cruz
• NALC
• advocacy
• labor rights
• Concerned Letter Carriers
• Brooklyn
• Staten Island
• union leadership

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: NALC, Concerned Letter Carriers

Places: Brooklyn, Staten Island

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