I see the good some union people have decided to cut cross connections in terminal boxes. I hope if somebody has a heart attack and dies because they can't get dial tone they are related to the CWA jerk who thought they were helping the union. Of... — read more 

Is Strike does not end by 5/1 , (no paycheck and benefits end for Strikers) it is going to get real ugly and testy out there. EWR-ers just do your assignment to the best of your ability , keep your eyes down, mind your business and keep your mouth... — read more 

The company asked for Federal mediation and the union refused. When does the company call it quits and move on? They are already hiring permanent replacements.

http://www.philly.com/philly/business/20160422_Sending_call-center_work_overseas_is_a_key_issue_in_Verizon_strike.html

Verizon disappoints. That seems to be their number one core competency. Rather than focus on providing the best customer experience for the telecom dollar, the company would rather die its hair purple, turn LGBTXYZ and run-off to Hollywood and... — read more 

Does our life insurance get canceled at the end of the month along with the health benefits? Do we have an option to pay for it to continue?

. http://247wallst.com/telecom-wireless/2016/04/21/can-verizon-beat-the-unions-putting-the-current-strike-in-historical-perspective/#ixzz46Ygg2ifw

Don't wait for our union to do anything. We need to come together and help each other over the next few months.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OREX6H7UcFE

https://www.svdpusa.org/Assistance-Services

Shammo : "In the Enterprise space secular and economic challenges remain. But we are seeing stabilization in the rate of decline on a constant currency basis. In the first quarter Global Enterprise revenue declined 3.1%. On a constant currency basis... — read more 

Verizon reported their Q1 2016 earnings this morning. And posted some pretty good numbers. Bringing in revenues of $22 billion and adding 640,000 customers in the quarter. A bit lower – particularly on the subscriber front – than normal for Verizon... — read more 

What is the article 8 proposition referenced in the most recent union update? Knowledgeable replies only, please no douche bag responses.

http://www.nj.com/opinion/index.ssf/2016/04/bad_connection_verizons_poor_deal_to_workers_edito.html#incart_2box_nj-homepage-featured

http://www.philly.com/philly/business/labor_and_unions/20160422_PUC_adds_to_pressures_on_Verizon.html

You only have one week. And, for myself at least, I wouldn't want to go even one day without protection for my family.

http://ibew827.com/

TIC TOC TIC TOC

What are my options?

It makes no sense to me. Then again, these are people who will never be content with anything. Some people just can't be happy unless they are complaining.

You guys think we are scared of a lockout, you are wrong.

#NuffSaid

By now these corporate pigs should have seen at least a quick drop off of 36,000 wireless subscribers. This is what it's going to take to get them back to the table to sign a fair contract.

It's such a shame when the people who generate a firm's income ask for a decent share of it. We all know that the bulk of the firm's income should go to pampered executives who pay nothing for their health insurance, receive huge guaranteed pensions... — read more 

Suddenly I like my fat wife again. Maybe it's not having to diddle with union field techs taints. Maybe its my swelling member, maybe it's the sudden scat play with my coworkers, maybe it's the multiple free naps and drinks and snacks, maybe it's the... — read more 

SUMMARY: Understand supreme court 2013 decision. Understand that economic union strike after contract expiration gives VZ OK to hire replacements. Understand that temp EWA replacements are there as more perminent replacements (non-union contractors)... — read more 

Suddenly I like my job again. Maybe it's not having to work with union field techs and testers, maybe its my swelling 401k, maybe it's the sudden comradery with my coworkers, maybe it's the multiple free catered meals and free drinks and snacks... — read more 

First stop Mc@$$hat, then Greed, and last but not least Smudge. I hope they have they're panic rooms all stocked with goodies. See you scumbags this weekend. You might want to give the neighbors a heads up, things could get a little loud.

Apr 21, 2016 CWA is working with the New York State Department of Labor to make it easier for members to file for unemployment benefits. Members should go to http://www.labor.ny.gov/ui/verizon-workers.shtm and sign up for unemployment benefits right... — read more 

Verizon reported a small rise in earnings Thursday, but warned that a strike with unionized workers that is now in its second week could damage current quarter earnings. During a webcast with investors, Verizon Chief Financial Officer Fran Shammo... — read more 

Because some dumb d-bag stepped in front of as truck and croaked. Wish the rest of the union would do the same.

People calling the shots on BOTH sides are stupid greedy a--holes... The billions are not enough for upper mgmt - ridiculous. Forcing people away from their families to do slave labor - bullshit... Union doesn't want to pay for medical - get over it... — read more 

EWAers - now is a good time, if you haven't already done so, Jack up your 401k contributions. Save some OT money from the tax man and get a little extra from the company.

I am management one of the striking workers told me to look at this site. The truth is we are trying to put out fires everywhere in the footprint, its not going very well but I'm sure you are aware of this. Very few installations are being done... — read more 

But, i know, lowell and franny have the matter at hand under control.