Teamsters Local 500's strike at Q-Trucking in Philadelphia continues. Joint Council 53 and Local 500 President Bill Hamilton issued a call for additional volunteers on September 3^rd as they ramp up efforts to support the picket line. Local 776 President Spencer Dearth had Business Agents Matt Craig, Patrick Hollingshead, John Taylor, Keith Hartman, and organizer Joshua Todd head to Philadelphia to lend their support.

Commented Spencer: "An injury to one is an injury to all. These brave members are in a fight for their livelihood. Local 776 responded to Bill's call, and we will be there with the Local 500 Members every step of the way in their fight for a just contract. As you celebrate over the weekend with family and friends, or just spend a quiet day at home relaxing, take a moment to remember these Local 500 Members as they fight for their piece of the American Dream."

Another day longer, another day stronger!

Scabs Beware!

"On behalf of the officers, agents, staff, and myself, I would like to wish everyone a happy and safe Labor Day. To working people, Labor Day is not just a day off; it is a profound celebration of our collective power and the dignity of honest work. American Labor- it's what built this great country of ours. Everything that defines the modern workplace was fought for and won through the grit of collective bargaining.

America became a world leader thanks to the men and women who built it. We built this country with our hands, and today we honor our right to enjoy the fruits of our labor: fair pay that feeds our families, time spent with loved ones, and a stable future. That's what makes our country so great: building the American dream.

For the American Worker today, it is your day. Be proud of what you do, and take a moment to reflect on how it impacts your family and those around you.

Yet, as we celebrate these historic victories, we must remain fiercely vigilant. Powerful corporate interests and anti-labor forces are constantly working to dismantle our protections and take back everything organized labor has won over the years. We honor our past by pledging to defend our future, continue the progress of Local 776, and stand locked in arms, because an injury to one remains an injury to all.

Fraternally,

Spencer B. Dearth,

President, Teamsters Local 776

Local 776 retirements

Recently, two Local 776 Members decided to turn the page to the next chapter of their lives and retire.

Diane Einsig, International Motors (Formerly Navistar): Diane recently retired after 22 years of service. During her time at International, she worked as an order picker. Looking back, Diane commented that this was her first job working in a Union environment.

Now that she's retired, Diane will have more time to devote to her two children and her grandchild. Diane is an outdoors person; she enjoys camping and trout fishing in the local creeks and streams with her fiancé.

Reflecting on her retirement, Diane added, I've dealt with Spencer since he took office and have had a good relationship with him. That's why I asked him to present me with my retirement watch along with my Business Agent Matt Craig. It's not a bad job; the pay and benefits are good. I'm going to miss the co-workers there with whom I've built lasting friendships over the years.

Local 776 President Spencer Dearth presents Diane with her retirement watch and offers congratulations, along with Local 776 BA Matt Craig.

From everyone at Local 776, congratulations, Diane. Enjoy every day of your retirement!

Jim Campbell, TForce Freight: Jim recently retired after a remarkable 40-year career. Jim started his epic journey working at the former Overnite Transportation Company. When UPS bought Overnite in August 2005 and rebranded it as UPS Freight, Jim's uniform changed in appearance, but he kept on trucking. One last sale of the company occurred in 2021; it was then rebranded as TForce Freight, where Jim remained until he decided to retire with no at-fault accidents on his record.

From everyone at Local 776, congratulations, Jim. 40 years of service is quite an accomplishment! May you enjoy every day of your retirement.

Local 776 President Spencer Dearth congratulates Jim and presents him with a retirement watch after he has amassed 40 years of service.