What do you think of the ibt convention?

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Eddy Galleguillos - Local 856 (United Airlines)

“I’m learning about the gains the Teamsters made over the last five years and how we need to organize, organize, organize. That’s how we’ll stay alive. I’ve been a Teamster for three years. This convention is like the Superbowl. It’s electrifying to meet brothers and sisters from Canada and Puerto Rico and across the U.S.”

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Alex Candla - Local 150 (Campbell's Soup Co.)

“This is my second convention. They’re blaming unions for everything going wrong in the country, and that’s just wrong. I enjoy being here. I’m learning what’s going on with the stock market and how that impacts our pensions.”


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Ron Valdez - Local 853 (Sysco)

“Even though I know there’s some adversity, when this convention ends, we’re still one big union. We’re here for a common cause: to protect the middle class and the people who sent us here.”


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Alex Sanchez - Local 517 (Laprino Foods)

“This is my first convention. It’s not what I expected. Much more business. It’s great to see all the faces, from the Joint Council and the Locals. You hear everyone’s story, which I’ll share. I wish more members could come out here.”

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Carlos Ortega - Local 386 (Winco Distribution)

“This is my first convention and it’s a great experience. It’s all about leadership here. You see all the different resolutions, how everything takes place, the process, and the strength of the Teamsters.”