Corey Walton welcomes Paul Boulanger, the Concerned Letter Carriers’ proposed Director of Education, to discuss plans for rebuilding and expanding education throughout the NALC. Paul outlines three priorities—communication, outreach, and accountability—including national grievance resources, improved steward training, mentorship, and making education accessible to smaller branches.
They discuss plans to revamp The Lion’s Den, develop specialized “Dogs of War” teams to confront workplace harassment and contractual violations, and establish better communication between members and national leadership.
The conversation also features a debate over M-01517 and its use in grievances involving management’s failure to comply with signed settlements. Corey cites several arbitration decisions supporting enforcement of the policy, while Paul explains his preference for using the document as supporting evidence rather than a separate grievance issue.