RWU was formed in part because of the bickering and infighting between the different unions that was more prevailing about 10 years ago before the UTU and BLE made amends somewhat recently. As far as I’m concerned, the organization is quite worthwhile.
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Railroad Workers United
Railroad Workers United is an inter-union, cross-craft solidarity "caucus" of railroad workers, and their supporters, from all crafts, all carriers, and all unions across North America.
We urge union railroaders to continue being active in their craft union AND to join RWU in building solidarity and strength among all rail workers. We work with union rank & file railroad workers, but we welcome yet-to-be organized rail workers as well. In addition, we actively work with other labor and community organizations on issues of mutual concern.