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Beth Lampert, OSEA Crook County Chapter 85, places a call to her senator.
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OSEA Joins AFT for National Virtual Lobby Day
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On June 25, OSEA (AFT Local 6732) members participated in AFT’s national virtual lobby day to send a message to congressmen and women regarding health care reform. Members called U.S. Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley and filled out postcards asking them to take action.
While thousands of AFT members stormed Capitol Hill in Washington D.C., OSEA members joined the effort. They left messages urging Oregon’s congressional delegation to support a comprehensive public plan option that would guarantee high-quality and affordable health care for all Americans. They also asked them to stay away from taxing employer-provided health care benefits and encouraged them to hold health care facilities accountable with safe-staffing standards.
"Even though we are not talking to them, we are sending them a message," said Obie Murphy, of OSEA Oregon Trail Chapter 80, when she received a notice that her senator’s mailbox was full.
Over 100 calls were placed to the offices in the nation’s capitol as well as 90 postcards. OSEA members enjoyed participating in the national effort and expressed their gratitude for the opportunity to participate. Beth Lampert, of OSEA Crook County Chapter 85, said, "That was a great way to help advocate for the national health care reform."
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OSEA “Leads the Way” at Conference 2009
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Over 260 delegates from throughout Oregon traveled to Salem for the 71st OSEA Annual Conference last week. The Conference theme, “Leading the Way,” was demonstrated throughout the weekend. Members who have shown exceptional leadership were honored by President Merlene Martin. The prestigious President’s Award was presented to Jay Osborne, North Clackamas Chapter 71, for his service to OSEA throughout the years. Linda Smith, Coos Bay Chapter 33, received the Activist’s Award for representing OSEA members’ interests at the state and national level. Keeping with the theme, President Martin unveiled OSEA’s new logo during her State of the Union address. “This logo is the first piece of a new branding campaign that will help OSEA establish its identity and lead the way among other unions,” said Martin.
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After 21 OSEA members attended the Nestucca Valley school board meeting Monday, June 29, the board voted unanimously NOT to CONTRACT OUT their student transportation to First Student. This decision brings a long, but successful campaign to a close. “Again, OSEA worked with our members and mobilized the community to educate school board members about the real costs and impact that contracting out has on our members, the district, and the community,” said OSEA Director of Field Operations Victor Musial. “I thank the Nestucca Board for listening and voting to keep their student transportation in-house.”
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Labor Day Picnics
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The OSEA staff and members will be hosting a Labor Day picnic at Oaks Park on Labor Day, September 7. OSEA will provide a free BBQ (hamburgers, hot dogs, and snacks) for members and their families. There will also be picnic locations in Bend, Springfield, Medford, Salem, and North Bend. For more information, contact Elissa Edge.
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