As
America’s earliest labor union, the BLET’s perseverance guided and protected
the employees who worked the railroads, creating the early foundations of our
country’s economy. No amount of praise
should be spared when congratulating you on 150 years of solid
representation. As the first union to
hammer out a contract with the railroads, the BLET set the standard for others
to follow. Teamsters are honored to
count BLET members among our Teamster brothers and sisters.
James
R. Hoffa, was born 100 years ago this year on February 14, 1913. Part of his
legacy was realized when you chose to affiliate with our union in 2004, thus
joining the most powerful union in North America and the union that truly
represents the entire transportation and product-delivery system. From port
workers to truck drivers to airline pilots, and now with the loyal membership
of the BLET within our great union, we truly are the most comprehensive labor
organization when it comes to passenger and product transportation from both
coasts.
We
salute your founding President, William D. Robinson, for his vision and the
thousands of rank-and-file members of the BLET who have stepped forward over
the years to continue the legacy of strong leadership and membership protection
that have been hallmarks of your union.
The Teamsters
Union isn’t the only one giving props to the union. Here’s a great
roundup of other accolades the BLET is getting on their anniversary.
