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How-To Guide: Leading the Way
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October 2, 2007
You know it as the first paragraph. Journalists call it the lead, or in real journo-style, the lede.
How-To Guide: Rules That Aren't
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October 2, 2007
When in doubt about rules in writing and editing, common sense is rule number one.
How-To Guide: Working with the Media
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October 2, 2007
Gaining positive coverage in newspapers, television and radio - or heading off negative stories - doesn't just happen. It takes advance preparation and consistent efforts by CWA locals and officers. It's sometimes hard work, but the benefits of developing an effective media operation are great. CWA's guide for locals will help you do it.
Telecom News - Coalition Asks Maine Governor to Stop Fairpoint Sale
News
October 1, 2007
Showing growing opposition to the proposed sale of Verizon landlines to FairPoint Communications, a delegation including CWA Local 1400 Steward Cliff Knapp delivered more than 5,000 postcards to the governor of Maine at his office in Augusta on Sept. 25 asking him to oppose the sale.
Telecom News - Death of Verizon Tech Prompts Electrical Training Settlement
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October 1, 2007
Verizon technicians throughout CWA District 2 will get specific training in electrical safety and health issues under a settlement the union fought for after a Maryland technician was killed on the job last year.