If you follow my blog or social media pages, you know that I have been screaming about inhumane railroad attendance policies and working conditions since last January. BNSF implemented Hi Viz in February 2022, enraging workers and their families. Other Class 1 Railroads have their own versions of the similar terrible attendance policies. I've also… Continue reading The Old Head’s Wife
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RAILROAD LABOR MASS RESIGNATION
Open letter to every U. S. Lawmaker, The President and Vice President. The Department of Transportation, The Federal Railroad Administration, The Surface Transportation Board, The Department of Labor, and anyone who has the ability to DO SOMETHING! I am writing to ask you to support railroad labor. These workers are specialized, essential, and the lifeblood… Continue reading RAILROAD LABOR MASS RESIGNATION
Come Together Right Now
It is an honor to be surrounded by the best! I was asked to write for the Moving America Podcast and my first article was published this morning! The podcast gives firsthand insights about life on the railroad and I was able to share about being a spouse. If you haven't had an opportunity to… Continue reading Come Together Right Now
The Greedy CEO Who Ignored Us
I no longer wonder what Katie Farmer at BNSF Railway will do. It's been 7 months since I wrote this and she ignored it. Her corporation, and all other Class 1 railroads have decided they are too big to negotiate with the crews that make them record profits. The government has to get involved. Despite… Continue reading The Greedy CEO Who Ignored Us
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