Letter from my Congresscritter…
[Hmph… it appears that Sam Farr’s staff didn’t look at the letter that closely. I don’t see anything in here that has me endorsing an “open shop” or anti-union “right to work” laws. -Thomas]
Note: This letter supports a campaign of the AFL-CIO Working Families
e-Activist “Union Voice”. It goes to Congress.
From: Thomas Leavitt
Subject: Protect workers’ rights
Dear Congressman Farr:
It has become increasingly difficult for American workers to form and join unions. It is
essential that Congress pass legislation that effectively protects their freedom to choose
a union.
There is now bipartisan legislation (H.R. 3619 and S. 1925) that will guarantee this
right.
I thank you, Congressman Farr, for your sponsorship of this vitally important bill.
Sincerely,
Thomas Leavitt
P.O. Box 7095
Santa Cruz, CA 95061-7095
June 1, 2004
Mr. Thomas Van Ness Leavitt
Post Office Box 7095
Santa Cruz, California 95061
Dear Mr. Leavitt:
Thank you for contacting me recently to express your opinion on unions. I appreciate hearing from you.
I share your belief that no one should be forced to join a labor union if they do not wish to do so. Alternatively, persons who do believe in organized labor should not be barred from participating in a union, nor should persons be barred from attempting to organize a union if they so choose.
Thanks for your insight on this issue. I welcome the input.
Sincerely,
Sam Farr
Member of Congress, CA-17