Category Archives: BOP

Metropolitan Correctional Center in Manhattan off generator power following Superstorm Sandy

Posted on November 9, 2012 by Union Blog

The Metropolitan Correctional Center in Manhattan is now off generators and the power is up and running, following power outages in the wake of Superstorm Sandy. Council of Prison Locals Northeast Regional Vice President Phil Glover said that officers are … Continue reading →

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Superstorm Sandy aftermath updates from VA and BOP

Posted on November 7, 2012 by Union Blog

Veterans Affairs Due to storm damage, the Manhattan VA Medical Center will be closed for the rest of the year resulting in VA workers being forced to use heroic efforts to get to work. George Jones, President of AFGE Local … Continue reading →

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Superstorm Sandy Disrupts Work and Causes Damage

Posted on November 2, 2012 by Union Blog

The massive hurricane that swept through the East Coast has caused millions to go without power and has left many homes, businesses and personal items damaged or destroyed. The storm has also resulted in many closed doors at local government … Continue reading →

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AFGE Local 1302 Treasurer Mike Schnobrich Discusses the Impact of Budget Cuts on the Bureau of Prisons

Posted on January 19, 2012 by Union Blog

AFGE BOP Local 1302 Treasurer Mike Schnobrich discusses why he joined the federal work force and the devastating effects of budgets cuts on the Bureau of Prisons.

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AFGE BOP Local 3844 Member Marshall Thomas Discusses Why He Joined the Federal Work Force

Posted on May 23, 2011 by Union Blog

AFGE Local 3844 member Marshall Thomas discusses why he joined the federal work force and the impact of budget cuts on the Bureau of Prisons.

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In Support of National Nurses Week We Highlight AFGE Nurses!

Posted on May 9, 2011 by Union Blog

Ravonne Pleasant Registered Nurse | AFGE Local 96 Ravonne Pleasant is a registered nurse for the VA and a member of AFGE Local 96 in St. Louis, MO. Pleasant began her nursing career in 1993 as a licensed practical nurse … Continue reading →

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Something Needs to be Done

Posted on December 8, 2010 by Union Blog

This pay freeze not only affects myself and my family but the employees as well; especially those who put their lives on the line every day in federal law enforcement positions. This is more like a pay decrease due to … Continue reading →

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