Union Support
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NOVEMBER 23, 2021 New York’s Trade Union Movement Supports the Central Park Horse-Carriage Drivers & Stable Workers The blue-collar workers providing Central Park horse-carriage rides – one of the most popular tourist attractions in New York City – are dues paying members of Transport Workers Union Local 100. TWU Local 100, and The Transport Workers Union of America, are committed to protecting these workers’ ability to earn a living and support their families in the field of their choice: the historic horse-carriage trade. We are equally committed to supporting and advancing the cause of animal welfare. The Carriage Drivers and Stable Workers take very good care of their horses under strict regulations enforced by five City agencies, including the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene and the NYPD. Over the years, these workers have won the support of many, including leading veterinarians who are experts in horse health and welfare; professional veterinary medicine associations, such as the American Association of Equine Practitioners and the New York State Veterinary Medical Association, Equine Rescue Resource, the New York State Horse Council, the New York Daily News Editorial Board, the New York Post Editorial Board, and the New York Times Editorial Board. The Transport Workers Union has now secured the support of dozens of unions representing hundreds of thousands of workers in New York City. They stand with the horse-carriage Drivers and the Stable Workers in opposition to misguided efforts to ban horses and carriage rides. We look forward to working with you and the City Council on this and other issues of importance to the trade union movement. |
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For more information on our campaign to support this industry contact Frank McCann: fmccann@twulocal100.org or call him at 917-488-8314. |