Brothers:We have now begun the very important process of addressing the many, many issues which will affect our entire Council’s ability and capacity to succeed in all aspects of OUR MISSION in the next four years. I believe that although, we have no clear forum in which to really resolve these matters, that it is respectful to every Manager & Delegate to raise these and other issues and furthermore, that it is necessary to recognize that the Business Manager of the Council sets the tone whether he likes it or not! Professionalism and Respect have been lacking and although recent changes have been made at the Council to return calls and take care of business, we should not be fooled into thinking that this is for no other reason than the "pressure is on!" Supporting my effort to Unify the Council and to achieve our objectives means that service to the affiliates will be across the board ALL YEAR Round. It also means that our image and reputation as an organization and membership is secure and that through ACTION we’ll all, FEEL THE POWER!
(pictured: Oscar and Tim Paulson in San Francisco just before John Burton nominated Paulson to become the highest ranking labor representative in the California State Democratic Party. Paulson won election by a landslide!)
CURRENT BOSS =
A TARGET OF RIDICULE!
And, HIS HEART IS NOT IN IT!
Recently, in an unfortunatley defamatory and mean-spirited communication, significant numbers of our Union familiy were "called out" in writing which was published and sent out all over the country. The primary object of the author was to expose Jose Moreno as a disgrace and a liability. Because we have such a weak leader, we are all suspect and subject to continued vicious and personal attacks. Isn’t it time to admit it and do something about it?He does not command respect for himself or for our organization. He is not a Union "leader" at most, a "Union Boss" who keeps barely hanging on by keeping the District Council divided and surviving by a couple votes!
Silence is Consent: legal definitions of silence include the following: "When any person is accused of a crime, or charged with any fact, and he does not deny it, in general, the presumption is very strong that the charge is correct."He never defended or explained serious charges made against him and sent around the country when he needed to especially on behalf of all of those named. What Character!
(Isn’t it clear yet, that our current Business Manager needs a divided Council because it insures his continued individual success? By spreading rumors and pitting us against each other through his “calculated moves,” he has us all avoiding the issues while he manipulates people into believing that his record, plan, and goals are not worth discussing in this critical election. PS, He thinks we’re stupid!)
To be most effective, we need a Statesman not a liability, someone who cares about his appearance and the way it reflects on us all. Most importantly, someone who is honored to represent the Laborers and ACTS THAT WAY! When, if not now do we admit that our current Business Manager has had very BAD Behavior. He has embarrassed himself and us so often that it has become his M.O. His poor social Conduct has been disgraceful and demeans our organization and the hard-working members we all represent. Despite his very recent improvement for his campaign effort, his attitude towards many of the affiliates that he does not consider supporters remains disrespectful & indifferent. All in all, the past four years have been a disgrace! Let’s end it now, if not for us, then for the members!
The Members we proudly serve believe our obligation to them is to unite this Council and move forward!- Oscar De La Torre
JOIN THE UNITY CAMPAIGN TO UNITE THE COUNCIL, BRING BACK HONOR, AND PUT THE MEMBERS FIRST!
Let’s work hard together to shed light on the FACTS! Let’s do the right thing and vote on issues instead of devisive politics taking control. Elect Oscar for a dedicated professional approach to unifying the Council and moving us all forward together to meet all challenges! For all other questions you can call direct or send an e-mail to unitethencdcl@gmail.com!
