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ATU's Black Caucus kicked off their 57th Annual Conference

With the theme Leading Through Adversity, the ATU's Black Caucus kicked off their 57th Annual Conference today with more than 200 members from across North America coming to Maryland, to discuss critical issues and to ensure our Black brothers, sisters, and members are well represented in our Union, our industry, and our communities.
 
ATU Black Caucus President Jeffrey Richardson, President/Business Agent, Local 1342-Buffalo, NY, kicked off the conference with host Locals 689-Washington, DC, and 1300-Baltimore, MD, welcoming everyone.
Presentations were made on Microtransit, Organizing, and other critical issues. Attendees heard from an impressive group of speakers including Prince George’s County Executive and candidate for Maryland U.S. Senate Angela Alsobrooks, Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-MD), Rep. Kweisi Mfume (D-MD), Rep. Glenn Ivey (D-MD), Maryland State Senator Malcolm Augustine, and others.
 
ATU International officers along with International staff were in attendance. It was an impactful first day. #ATUStrongerTogether