Tells how activists transformed their union and gave members hope. Readers will learn how to run for office, work with their communities, build a stewards network, train new leaders, run a contract campaign, and strike--Back cover.
Contents
Foreword -- 1. Why this book-and how to use it -- 2. What they were up against -- 3. Rank and filers start doing the union's job -- 4. The caucus runs for office -- 5. Getting organized in every workplace -- 6. Community partners -- 7. Fighting on all fronts -- 8. Contract campaign -- 9. Strike -- 10. What they won -- 11. Maintaining momentum -- 12. Lessons -- Appendix : understanding the assault -- Timeline -- Glossary -- Acknowledgments.
