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CWA Begins Early Lucent Talks

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October 11, 2002
CWA has opened early negotiations with Lucent Technologies. Both sides pledge to work toward reaching a fair contract by Oct. 31.

Unions Set Global Telecom Agenda

News
October 11, 2002
In a multi-nation video news conference this week, leaders from CWA and some of the world's other major telecom unions outlined initiatives to promote universal service and growth in high speed Internet access and to end corporate corruption in an industry in turmoil.

Violent Storms Take Toll on District 3

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October 11, 2002
BellSouth technicians are working 12-hour shifts to restore infrastructure and phone service throughout much of Louisiana as District 3 staff and local presidents continue to assess the damage done to members by Tropical Storm Isidore and Hurricane Lili.

CWA Urges FCC to Reject DISH Network-DIRECTV Merger

Press Release
Washington, D.C. -- CWA President Morton Bahr called on the Federal Communications Commission to reject the proposed merger of EchoStar’s DISH Network and Hughes Network Systems’ DIRECTV, citing the harm to consumers and workers that would result if the $26 billion merger is approved.