Episode 102: Why 2026 Matters: Debbie Dixon and the Movement for Change in the NALC
About this episode
Debbie Dixon discusses the significance of the 2026 union elections and the challenges facing the NALC in an interview with Richie Ray.
In this episode of Hot House with Richie Ray, Richie sits down with Debbie Dixon of Branch 351, a candidate for Region 2 National Business Agent, running as part of the Concerned Letter Carriers (CLC) slate. Debbie shares her journey from a rank-and-file lettercarrier to serving inside an NBA office as a RegionalAdministrative Assistant, offering listeners a rare look at howdecisions, information, and power move within the National Association of Letter Carriers. Throughout the conversation, Debbie speaks candidly about: What working carriers are experiencing on the workroomfloor today The challenges facing the NALC as an organization Why many members believe the 2026 union elections represent a critical turning point The vision behind the Concerned Letter Carriers movement And what leadership, accountability, and representationshould look like for Region 2. This interview is an honest and thoughtful discussion about the future of the union, the responsibilities of leadership, and what’s at stake for letter carriers across the country. If you care about the direction of the NALC, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.
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