On Sat, 30 Jan 2010 09:43:01 -0800, the infamous "Steve B"
scrawled the following:


"Larry Jaques" wrote in message
.. .

Most weren't
working, all waiting for the union electrician who could legally plug
a cord into an outlet, since they were barred from doing so. And on it
goes.

And the electricians were barred from moving freight. When crafts respect
each other's jobs, there's more work.

Sure there's more work. Only the "work" is falsely billing employers
for time waiting for the electrician, or somebody like him. (Did I
just say that?) 87 guys waiting around FOR HOURS for one of two
Sparkies. Brilliant planning. And when 'plugging an extension cord
into a power strip outlet designed specifically for it' becomes a
"craft", I'll eat my shorts.


You might have observed for a day or
two, but you didn't learn much.

The convention business in Vegas is dismal. Light years away from what it
was decades ago. Out of towners, and under the table deals.

Steve, who retired with 37 yrs. Teamster Union, a decent pension, and
continuing good benefits.

You may have retired with 37 years, but you didn't learn much.

Like I said, I learned my lesson with the Teamsters early on. YMMV

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