Mike Drop Monday Episode 11- Letter Carrier Struggles; childcare, uniforms, and the fear of splitting the vote
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This episode of Mike Drop Mondays dives deep into the very real struggles facing letter carriers today, from childcare challenges to uniform issues and union process breakdowns.
Sister Jennifer Adams A single mother and letter carrier, Jennifer recently went viral on TikTok after picking up her children from daycare in her USPS vehicle. She opens up about the pressures single mothers in the Postal Service face: mandatory overtime, long hours, unpredictable schedules, and the lack of affordable childcare.
Brother Troy Scott – NALC Louisiana State President (Branch 129, Baton Rouge)Troy joins Mike to talk union operations on the ground, including:
- NEERMP confusion and unjust terminations during probation
- Uniform delays and rising costs for carriers- DRT (Dispute Resolution Team) slowdowns
- CLC tensions and the risk of splitting the vote
If you're in the NALC, USPS, or care about the future of working families, this is a must-watch episode. Subscribe and hit the bell so you never miss a Monday!
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