http://www.govtslaves.info/verizon-to-dump-6000-jobs/

Verizon trying to tell me we don't get increase in pay per wage schedule or differential but we get get Sunday pay??? How hell does that work? I'm working my butt off because I support our customers and know they need us but why is Verizon still... — read more 

This Union guy is willing to stay out and fight Verizon all the way, I am happy the Union did not settle for the terrible 2 year contract that was offered. It was not a good deal. Besides, we gave back last time, this year is our turn. There is no... — read more 

You hear quotes like the one from Rich Young about the union leaders not negotiating. I would be livid if I was on the street for 4 weeks without pay. Union members need to hold your leaders accountable for what is going on. BOTH SIDES NEED TO SIT... — read more 

Why are Union leaders not going without pay and health benefits like those they force out? Also, why are Verizon Execs not pulling 12-17 hour shifts climbing poles, working jobs out of town and fighting thru picket lines?

It appears that Verizon management likes to avoid the N word. That's right NEGOTIATIONS. They do however like to use some N words like Neanderthal, Narcissist, and Non-profitable Neighborhood. All in a derogatory way. The union members are not... — read more 

Please stay there. On the corner is where your spoiled assbelongs. Perhaps after the union get snuffed out and you have to compete for a job then actually work the job (everyday) then you will be considered middle class. No more guaranteed job for 10... — read more 

Obviously English isn't their first language because between the incorrect grammar and the spelling mistakes, their posts are rarely understandable. It's also obvious that they must be products of the public school system, where yet another union is... — read more 

Was Squirrel Force Four, but one of us got arrested today. Man, those Albuquerque police do not fu(k around. Guess these hippies just don't take union bribes like the NY or NJ cops do. Ugh. Sad news to report. Much like Ted Cruz, and soon, Bernie... — read more 

Union Breaking in 2016? Is that really such a great strategy? We shall see what happens. I believe the expression is "hoist on its own petard" I always wanted to say that.

Waco Police say an AT&T electrical worker found dead on a ladder Friday morning died of "violent acts."

Verizon issued a statement in response to the rallies. "Our employees need to start asking union leaders why they continue to stage circus-like street rallies rather than engage in meaningful negotiations, spokesman Rich Young said in a statement... — read more 

Really guys?

They realized the work load was a problem and they were getting push back.

We get no unemployment no strike pay ,cwa does ,everyone ok except us bring this strike to an end

Tonight's reading...an excerpt from "Retirement Heist" written by Ellen E. Schultz One common use of pension assets has been to finance restructurings. In 1994, Bell Atlantic, formed after the breakup of the Baby Bells in the early 1980s, was... — read more 

Four of them. Three were huddled under a canopy tent in the rain. The other was using an umbrella. They looked miserable. It was hilarious. One day longer, soon a goner...

SWEET HOME ALABAMA!!

I wonder if the union membership has connected the dots... if you voted for Obama (and I bet at least 80% of union members did)... you are responsible for obamacare. Without obamacare, we wouldn't have the tax on Cadillac plans. Without that tax... — read more 

Just a couple hours ago, a technician from Comcast came out to install my internet service, as I recently canceled my "discounted" fios triple play that was costing almost $175 per month. I didn't have to ask Dave whether he was a union worker or a... — read more 

http://www.fiercetelecom.com/story/verizon-wireline-strikers-arrested-outside-companys-annual-stockholders-mee/2016-05-05 Verizon's (NYSE: VZ) striking workforce's frustration continues to rise as 15 people were arrested outside of the company's... — read more 

If multiple people contribute to a post, the credit is awarded to whoever last posted it. Be sure to include qualifiers like “allegedly” and “unconfirmed” when the contents of your post aren’t strictly true but you’re really raring to print it... — read more 

It's called "job abandonment" or in simpler terms. Y'all be gone.

I saved $30,000 since August and instead of investing it as I continue working allowing Vz to pay me while I find a better job, I'd prefer to spend it all while I walk around carrying a sign. Then, I'll go find a job later when I'm broke. Who's with... — read more 

Serious reply only.

Smile as you pick your family up and move them away to Texas..Remember your co workers that you hate so much ,fought to stop this company from devastating families from acts like this. Smile smile smile as make sure you and your family thank them for... — read more 

At the shareholders meeting, only 3% of shareholders voted on the side of the union... BAHAHAHA ya... hows that strike working out? Union workers are the real scabs and will continue to be picked one by one

The reality; it is workers versus owners. They started this fight not us. Capitalism is literally destroying the earth. Only Cancer grows forever, and it destroys it's host. People are waking up slowly, it will not be an easy fight. Company... — read more 

After the lack of support from the shareholders, looks like the unions are both done. When shareholders overwhelmingly vote for Lowell and company, appears they support the way he is handling the strike.

http://patch.com/massachusetts/braintree/town-council-backs-verizon-workers-strike-0 “We did not sign on for a company to profit by removing their employees. We signed on because men and women who we grew up with were helping the economy and doing a... — read more 

seems to me that in today's society, union's are just wasting their time. they serve absolutely no purpose now and are just the "little brother" who tries admirably to put up a good fight. I use to be on the Unions' side, however, after watching... — read more 

Verizon employees could also be moved to the company’s campus just west of State Highway 114, according to documents filed with the city of Irving.

As a technician I report approximately 10-15 acts of, according to recent reports "sabotage or vandalism" per quarter. Now the truth is that these so called vandals are usually either a customer, cable company employee (who by the way are mostly... — read more