I was made redundant a couple weeks ago. From a school I’d worked at for 15 years, They gave us 5 days notice

Fortunately, I’m a member of a union. As were all the other teachers.

Industrial Workers of the World (IWW) were with us every step of the way. They made sure it was all above board, kept our dodgy bosses in check, & even helped us negotiate an enhanced redundancy package

So if you haven’t already, join a union

Here's my cat wearing the union badge

#union #iww #cats #CatsOfMastodon

@rufustheduck I am so sorry. I hope your union can help you.

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I'm in the SEIU. Unions can help you survive capitalism. Form one or join one. Just because your boss says you're an exempt employee, that doesn't make it so. Know your rights and use them!

@rufustheduck Go Wobblies! (there's a Little Red Songbook hereabouts somewhere... )
@rufustheduck Great to see the IWW at work! All the best in moving forward.
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wobblies for the win!

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congratulations. Happy it worked out for you and the other teachers. Carry on!

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The late, great David Graeber was a proud member of the Wobblies, he would show his membership card to every and any interviewer who brought it up.

Here, we see why.

@rufustheduck This would be completely illegal where I live. Teachers at public schools only get fired if they commit a crime.
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Solidarity from an #AFSCME grrrrrl in Tacoma
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@PeachMcD thank you! And back at you!
Solidarity Forever - IWW Song (With Lyrics)

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@rufustheduck Am sorry you were made redundant, am glad to hear you are all standing collectively strong together with your union. I hope you find something new that you like.