New York State Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver and other city and state elected officials joined with hundreds of members and leaders of the Communications Workers of America (CWA) on the steps of New York’s City Hall November 12 to call on Verizon to stop the layoffs of hundreds of workers across New York and New Jersey.   [UPDATE:... »

“If they are going to be taking money from the taxpayers they should treat those very taxpayers with a little respect." Kathleen Forte, President of CWA Local 1023 »

We want to hear from you, the workers of Verizon.  We know Verizon is treating workers with absolute disrespect all over the country, and we want to tell your story.  All information from you will be kept confidential until you say it’s ok, and we won’t use your name or location without your consent. Have... »

Several hundred workers came to Newark, NJ on Tuesday to tell Verizon to respect the workers who have built the company from the ground up.  Several distinguished guests joined the workers, including State Senator Ron Rice and State Assemblyman Albert Coutinho. At least two not-so-distinguished guests were on hand as well.  They were standing at the... »