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Caref4PrezMike Drop Monday Live Edition 7/21/2025- Ask Me AnythingMike does his first Mike Drop Monday AMA (ask me anything) segment via Facebook and Youtube 2025-07-221h 41Caref4PrezMike Drop Monday Episode 8.5Mike Drop Mondays – Episode 8.5In this focused update, Mike breaks down important contract changes every letter carrier should know.- Article 8 Q&A – M-02011Mike explains what’s new in the latest clarification on Article 8, how it affects overtime procedures, and what to look out for moving forward.- MOU: M-02009 – Article 8, Section 3 ExceptionsHe also discusses the recently released Memorandum of Understanding between the USPS and NALC, highlighting key exceptions under Article 8, Section 3 that could directly impact your route and rights.Whether you're a steward or a carrier jus...2025-07-1520 minCaref4Prez2025 ISALC Convention Round TableMike Drop Mondays Roundtable DiscussionJoin us from the 2025 Illinois State Association of Letter Carriers Convention in Springfield, Illinois, for a special Mike Drop Mondays Roundtable episode.In this candid discussion, the panel dives into: The State of the Union – Honest talk about where we stand and what’s ahead for letter carriers. Mike Caref’s Candidacy for NALC National President – The team breaks down his strengths, weaknesses, and what his run could mean for the future of the union. Jokes, Stories & Laughter – Because sometimes, you’ve just gotta laugh through the ma...2025-07-1447 minCaref4PrezMike Drop Monday Ep. 7 | USPS Union LM-2 Report, New Budget Bill & AFGE VP Jason AndersonMike Drop Monday – Episode 7In this jam-packed episode, Mike, Renee, and Sarah bring you the latest updates straight from the union trenches:Headquarters → LM‑2 report overview They break down the recently filed LM‑2 financial disclosure form ( https://olmsapps.dol.gov/query/orgReport.do?rptId=919270&rptForm=LM2Form ), explaining:Key highlights: total receipts, disbursements, assets, liabilities, and compensation figures.Why this matters: Form LM‑2 is a comprehensive, public record of a union’s finances, covering officer salaries, political spending, representational activities, legal fees, grants, and morehttps://olmsapps.dol.gov/query/orgRep...2025-07-071h 09Caref4PrezMike Drop Monday Episode 6 In this episode of Mike Drop Monday, Mike, Renee, and Sarah sit down with Eric Salazar, President of Branch 913 in Grand Junction, Colorado. Eric joins the crew to share stories and honor the memory of Dan D. Workman, whose tragic passing has deeply affected the carrier community.The discussion explores the circumstances of Dan’s death and the ongoing fight over stationary time requirements. Renee revisits last year’s alarming incident where a supervisor died while conducting a 3999 in the back of a carrier’s LLV, sparking a warning letter from NAPS about the dangers of supervisors and man...2025-06-301h 08Caref4PrezEpisode 5- Pay Tables, Positions, Article 8, Heat Safety & IL State ConventionMike Drop Monday – Episode 5On today’s episode of Mike Drop Monday:Mike, Renee, and Sarah break down the latest updates to the Pay Table and what it means for carriers across the board.They dive into the CCA vs. PTF positions, weighing the pros, cons, and career progression between the two roles.Important updates to Article 8 are discussed — what’s changing and how it affects scheduling and overtime.A preview of the upcoming Illinois State Convention, including what to expect and key goals for delegates.The team ends with a c...2025-06-2344 minCaref4PrezEp4 - Kevin Boyer on HIPP Training , Union & USPS Leadership (2025 Father's Day Edition)Mike Drop Monday – Episode 104On this week’s episode of Mike Drop Monday:Kevin Boyer, Branch President of 763 Columbia, MO, joins the show to talk about his experiences during the Kick the Tires Tour.Winter vs. Summer delivery and HIPP training are explored, with real carrier insights.Kevin reflects on Mike’s openness to differing viewpoints and praises the eloquent, well-reasoned responses he shared with Branch 763.Mike dives into FY2026 updates and discusses the Senate’s HSGAC decision to eliminate USPS electric vehicle funding, drawing attention to paral...2025-06-161h 32Caref4PrezMike Drop Monday Episode 3Caref4Prez & Co Present: Mike Drop Monday Episode 103Mike Drop Monday – Episode 103In this episode of Mike Drop Monday:Caref4Prez & Co sit down with James Watkins III from Tacoma, WA, diving into insights from Washington’s State Convention.Kenneth Pratt from Branch 4016 joins to discuss the Letter Carrier Political Fund (LCPF) the challenges of fundraising and why participation is vital. A moment is taken to recognize the tragic passing of Dan Workman from Branch 913, Grand Junction, CO.Brina Archie shares her perso...2025-06-0956 minCaref4PrezMike Drop Monday Episode 2 - Organizing, Ranked Choice Voting, New Union ChargesIn Episode 102 of Mike Drop Monday, the movement continues with fresh voices, critical updates, and hard-hitting truth. This week’s episode features:A New Voice Joins the Conversation:Renee and Sarah introduce themselvesDiscussion on new PTFs and CCAs quitting and being rehired elsewhere Jenna Morin (President, Branch 340 – Lancaster, OH) Jenna shares a deep look into the push for a Special Convention, the research behind it, and what’s still needed to succeed. (740) 304-7855 shithouselawyers@gmail.comMike Talks Drasstic Measures:Find Lew Drass’s latest podcast Drasstic Me...2025-06-021h 15Caref4PrezCaref4Prez & Co Present Mike Drop MondaysOn Mike Drop Monday's first episode, Mike discusses:- what he hopes to accomplish with Mike Drop Monday -an email thread asking about an agenda for an E.C. Meeting-article 9- Duties of Officers in the NALC constitution -The Letter from NALC Branch 3 to President Renfroe calling for his resignation-Lew Drass' podcast Drasstic Measures-Ranked Choice Voting and Next Generation Carriers Podcast-Request for Special Convention with Stephanie LaGreca Branch 370 Atlantic City & Jenna Morin President of Branch 340 Lancaster Oh-Kick the...2025-05-2738 min
Classes of MailMike Caref - caref4prez.orgMike Caref joins me via Zoom to talk about leadership, reform, and education. He explains the job of the National Business Agent, explains what gets carriers fired, and how to avoid getting fired. ( FILL OUT YOUR OWN 3971!) We also talk a bit about the contract and about Brian Renfroe.2025-01-2046 minCaref4PrezLetter Carriers Deserve Better - Episode 3Episode 3 of a series breaking down the proposed NALC Tentative Agreement.2024-12-1019 minCaref4PrezLetter Carriers Deserve Better - Episode 2Episode two of a three part series addressing the serious deficiencies in the NALC tentative agreement.2024-12-1021 minCaref4PrezLetter Carriers Deserve Better - Part OneFirst of a three part series breaking down the NALC tentative agreement.2024-12-0822 min