On Saturday, October 2, 2010, CWAers and members from more than 190 environmental, civil rights, and community organizations will be out in force at the steps of the Lincoln Memorial, in Washington, D.C. We'll be speaking with one voice, as one nation, in a historic march on Washington. You won't want to miss this event. You don't want to miss this time to make your voice heard.? Progressive groups from every part of our movement: union members, environmentalists, community organizers, civil rights and immigrant activists, members of religious groups, and many more. It's time to reset our national agenda and get things done for working and middle class families. That means a strong, progressive program for quality jobs now, bargaining rights, retirement security and government that works for all of us. That's what every group in the coalition supports, but we know we can't do it alone. Together we are stronger. We'll make our voices heard again on November 2, Election Day. That's when elected leaders will figure it out: they can't take us for granted any longer. Our coalition is too big to be ignored. We know we can make a difference. We know we can make things right again. And we know that Congress will hear our voice, on October 2 and on Election Day, November 2.CWA will sponsor buses to Washington, D.C., for members, family and friends from mid-Atlantic and Midwestern states. Join your union co-workers and be a part of this historic movement. Together, we're putting America back to work and bringing America back together. ALL CWA Illinois/Indiana Members & Retirees can reserve your seat by contacting Liz VanDerWoude, President Local 4250 at evp4250@sbcglobal.net. Download PDF flyer for more information or call Liz at 708-757-4065.

Prior to the 69th Annual Convention held in Toronto on July 16-17, 2007, CWA members all across the country were given an unprecedented opportunity to vote for the best CWA Local website. There were two awards given at the Annual Convention. The first was awarded to the CWA Local receiving the most votes. It was awarded to CWA Local 1103 in Port Chester, New York. The second, a first ever award, was given to the CWA Local receiving the most votes from CWA members across the country based on the size of the Local (Per-Capita Basis). CWA Local 4250 won it. Download thank you letter from CWA Local 4250 President, Steve Tisza, in PDF format.

Ready for retirement? It's never too early (or late) to start planning. And now there's a new online Retirement Planning Center to help working families plan for their future. Download PDF file for more information and a link to the new Web Site.

Since 1993, Hanson McClain has helped thousands of CWA and IBEW AT&T employees plan their retirements. The firm was founded in Sacramento, California. Since then they have grown into an independent network of more than 80 advisors, serving telecom employees throughout the United States. In 2005, Hanson McClain signed a Collective Bargaining Agreement with CWA becoming a Union Financial Services firm. They have expert knowledge of the intricacies of AT&T pension and savings plans. They also offer all AT&T employees free consultations and ongoing educational and informative workshops. Albertino Financial is the Chicago area affiliate of the Hanson McClain retirement network and is located at 1301 West 22nd Street, Oak Brook, ILL 60523, Suite 711. Please contact Tony Albertino, Senior Financial Advisor, at 630-368-1190 to schedule a free consultation. Are you asking yourself these questions? What will be the new GATT interest rate for 2010? Who can notify me when interest rates change and explain how those changes affect my pension amount? The impact and Truth of the Pension Protection Act! What is the status of Lump Sum Payouts? Up to date information on AT&T Pension Plans. Get the answers to these questions and many more by attending our FREE retirement workshop for AT&T Bargaining Unit employees. You will receive expert advice, personally delivered by Tony Albertino. February 2010 Workshops will be conducted on Tuesday, February 23, 2010, Wednesday, February 24, 2010 , and Thursday, February 25, 2010. Download this PDF flyer for dates, times and locations. You will need to call (630-368-1190) to reserve a spot at the workshops. Reservations are required as seating is limited. RSVP Today! Diner will be served at all workshops. Spouses are welcome to attend as well.

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Welcome to Research magazines Advisor Hall of Fame, now in its 16th year. This eagerly anticipated annual feature has become a benchmark of excellence in our industry and an example to all of the rewards that result from effort and integrity. Candidates who pass our rigorous screens have served a minimum of 15 years in the industry, have acquired substantial assets under management, demonstrate superior client service and have earned recognition from their peers and the broader community for the honor they reflect on their profession. Finding the nations finest financial advisors is made possible by the wisdom and discernment of our panel of five distinguished judges (named on the last page of this article). Their discriminating judgment has enriched our Hall of Fame with six extraordinary new members. With no further ado, here are their stories. New Hall of Fame Member, Scott Hanson, Co-founder and Senior Advisor Hanson McClain Inc., Securities America.Download entire article in PDF format.

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Today is a momentous occasion for the Members of our Local. I have accepted the oath of office as President of CWA Local 4250. You have placed an obligation upon my shoulders and at the same time imposed a trust upon me. The obligation I welcome. The trust, I assure you, will be fulfilled. I want to thank the Executive Board and the members for the great honor bestowed upon me to the office of the Presidency and to my friend, our outgoing leader, Steve Tisza, for his many years of unwavering, wise, fearless and strong hearted leadership and great sacrifices he has made on our behalf and for administering the oath of office to me. I thank the Officers, Vice President Bolbat, Executive Vice President Sullivan and Secretary-Treasurer Slimko and Chief Steward/Executive Board Member Chapman, for the many acts of kindness, consideration and helpfulness which they have extended to me. I hope I may continue to receive the benefit of their experience and wisdom. Let me say, in closing, that without hesitation I accept this great honor of President of CWA Local 4250 with pride and gratitude and a full heart. I am fully aware of the duty I owe to the membership and shall discharge that duty to the best of my abilities. Today, I thank you in words. After today, I hope to translate my appreciation into deeds and conduct. In Unity and Strength Always Elizabeth VanDerWoude President Download PDF copy of message.

Effective Monday, January 4, 2010, I will retire as Local President and will be privileged to administer the oath of office of President of Local 4250 to Liz VanDerWoude as my last official act as President of Local 4250. Liz has been a loyal and trustworthy confidant of mine for the last 25 years. She is a strong-minded and futuristic CWA Officer and activist and will be Local 4250's 3rd President since 1969. Local 4250 members and retirees can rest assured you will be well served by Liz and her committed Officers and Executive Board Members in this New Year and new decade. These are not good times for at$t Corp. active union members, retirees and their families. However, if all at$t Corp. union members and retirees keep steadfast and actively participate in their Local's Mobilization activities and Retired Members' Chapters, we will endure. To survive, Local 4250 members and retirees have no other option. If you choose not to volunteer or involve yourself in your Local's Mobilization activities and/or RMC we will lose our fight against at$t's ongoing assault on future jobs, pensions and benefits. Furthermore, to win the War of 2012 against at$t Corp. all union leaders must learn from the blunders of ongoing 2009 at$t contract givebacks! Naysayers will take the easy way out and point fingers at Locals, Districts, Bargaining Teams or National Leadership. To those, I suggest they look in a mirror for the real culprit. I've had the distinct honor and privilege to serve CWA Local 4250 (5050) at$t Corp. members and retirees in various elected roles since 1967. The last 15 years as Local President. There have been many trials and tribulations to overcome during these 43 years and we always persevered. Local 4250 Members and Retirees must respond to every forthcoming directive from President VanDerWoude and your Executive Board in order to fight one day longer than at$t Corp in our imminent War of 2012. Vaya Con Dios: Steve Tisza President CWA Local 4250 312-401-4250 (Cell) stevetisza@sbcglobal.net Download letter in PDF format