In The News: Doggone Time for a Union

Workers who are treated like a dog by their bosses — and we don't mean those happily pampered pooches — may be inspired to break loose from their chains once they see CWA's new online video.

"Chained to my PC" shows a pup as customer service rep, stuck at his call center keyboard, sadly raising his little paw over and over for a bathroom break, but being ignored. CWA's message: You deserve dignity at work. Join us.

The video, available at www.chainedtomypc.com, originated with a British union, which is letting CWA use it to help organize customer service representatives. Members are asked to share the link with friends. "By mixing humor with a serious message, this video is an excellent way for us reach out to unorganized customer service representatives. We need your help to make it a success," CWA President Larry Cohen said.