based on mechanic’s pensions, and Western States pensions. But can someone give a detailed explanation of why Western states is so much higher? It’s not just union covering bum pensions because it’s for part time pensions controlled by the company also. I don’t even think most members are aware of this disparity. Seems wrong.
Multi-Employer is the reason. That's why it is crucial to vote ***YES***on this contract. The infusion of more FT drivers paying into pension will help. It won't save you but can add some time. Unfortunately your only hope after 2025 is for an act of Congress in the next 7-years.
They can't marry them either, it would be like the Titanic 20 life boats that could only hold just under 1200... when there was over 2200 on board. It sucks, sucks bad I know. Get out and vote Democrat (unfortunately), try to get RTW states over turned. The union needs to get tougher on RTW states with tens of thousands of non-due paying members getting a full ride with pension. I know the laws state nothing they can do... that's complete BS! ****It's the Teamsters Union***, it's not Scott Walker's... they can do whatever they want. At the very least the union could move the non due paying members first in line to take pension cuts. I know RTW centers (several centers) with over 45% of the long-term employees not paying any union dues and here's the worst part. Those union haters get the same healthcare & pension, protections and hourly rate as you or I and they don't pay a dime of dues. It's sick... the IBT needs to get Trump nasty on those boys and the Scabs too. Our IBT leadership today in Washington is weak as Hell and not inventive as the good ol' days. It's a sad fact.
This is why, plus the mafia fraud in central states pre-80's.
So to summarize;
1. Vote friend'n YES! (Save your pension Vote YES)
2. Vote Michael Avenatti in 2020 & Democrat mid-term.
3. IBT leadership must legally punish those not paying dues and treat them differently than a career long due paying retiree.
4. Look for places to organize
5. Vote down RTW(Right-to-Work)
6. Do NOT listen to anyone here that is against you doing 1-5. Management is crawling on this site and other social media and B.B. sites too. (Yes, crawling)