Today we continue our reading of the JCAM with Article 9. This article covers our salaries and our COLAs. We'll go over what a "diet COLA" is, and how we're all actually getting screwed by our COLA system. We also go into the wage provisions for carrier technicians.
The 3999, and Other Forms of Harassment
06/19/2026 | 24 mins.
Michael and I discuss management's improper use of the 3999 (one day inspection) for harassment, and other ways they harass carriers. Even more important, we talk about how to push back.
A Selection of Convention Resolutions
06/12/2026 | 26 mins.
Michael and I talk about some convention resolutions, and give our thoughts and recommendations.
Thoughts on the CLC in Light of Branch 70
06/05/2026 | 31 mins.
Michael and I revisit our endorsement of the CLC, in light of their closing ranks around what Michael and I perceive as the wrongdoing in Branch 70.
The Railroading of Michael Rivera and Mari Thompson in Branch 70
06/02/2026 | 1h 9 mins.
Michael Brasaemle and I go in depth with the story out of Branch 70. We'll go over the charges, national level decisions, federal laws, and more.
This podcast is intended to empower city letter carriers. Through education, we'll make ourselves better carriers who are immune to discipline and mistreatment by management, and are forces for positive change and reform within our own union. I do not speak for the USPS or NALC (or anybody else, for that matter!), this is not an official USPS or NALC podcast, and all opinions and advice are my own or my guests'. Submit feedback, questions, or topic suggestions to classesofmail@gmail.com .
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