Labor Day Parade Features the Hard-Driving TWU

Labor Day brought out the politicians and also the rank and file as a parade of municipal and private sector unions marched up 5th Avenue in a New York Tradition. A big group picture showed the TWU contingent, as Local 100 was joined by brothers and sisters from the airlines and Long Island Bus and representatives from the International Union. Marching with the Local at various times were City Councilmembers including Barry Grodenchik, whom we helped get the Democratic nomination in the last special election. Governor Cuomo greeted President Samuelsen warmly along with Secretary-Treasurer Earl Phillips and asked the Local 100 President to address the parade. Also enjoying the company of transit workers were Sen. Chuck Schumer, City Council Speaker Melissa Mark Viverito, Councilmember Ben Kallos, State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli and Msgr. Kevin Sullivan of Catholic Charities, who paused for photos as we marched past St. Pat's. The weather cooperated and a great day was had by all. Just scroll through the photos and enjoy the show!