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The Central New York Labor-Religion Coalition
 cordially invites you to our
7th Annual Solidarity Supper
Sunday, May 4, 2008

Holiday Inn
Seventh North and Electronics Parkway in Liverpool, New York
Cash Bar: 5:30 p.m. Dinner: 6:00 p.m.
with
Keynote Speakers and Honorees:

Ruth Beltran,
Wage & Hour Division, U.S. Department of Labor

Marina Rodriguez,
Spanish Action League/La Liga

“Worker Unity in a Global Economy”
Ruth Beltran, a single parent, working hard at her job at a health insurance company, never anticipated that she would be asked to translate for a group of workers a boss thought he could cheat out of wages that were owed to them. What started out as a casual encounter led to hours of commitment on her own time to help them seek justice.

Marina Rodriguez, Family Support Director at the Spanish Action League, became aware in a direct and personal way that a shady group of traffickers in Atlanta, Georgia, that was abusing three men in Central New York by denying them pay, overtime wages, and fair treatment. Working with the men to gather facts, she took direct action and enabled them to return home safely.

With special awards for the enduring and visionary leadership of:

Neil Falcone , United Auto Workers
Kate McKenna, Syracuse Teachers Association; Greater Syracuse Labor Council
Bernard Perry, NYSUT

MENU
 Salad: Tossed Salad (Celebrating Union, Religious, and Community Diversity) with Ranch or Raspberry Vinaigrette
Entrée Choices:
Solidarity Chicken Stuffed with Spinach & Feta Sauce or
Fishin’ for Justice Filet of Sole with Seafood Stuffing, finished with a Newberg Sauce or
Vegetarian: Collective Strength eggplant unifies broccoli, tofu, and herbs, and is finished with a tomato basil relish

Prayerful, Powerful Vegetable Side Dishes (with all entrées) : Broccoli Polonaise and Oven-roasted Potatoes
Dessert : “Can Do” Covenant Carrot Cake

SOLIDARITY SUPPER RESERVATIONS
 RSVP by 5 p.m. Thursday, May 1, 2008
Check all that apply. Please print and mail.

____ Yes, I wish to order ____ ticket(s) @ $60 per person = $_______ (Indicate entrée choice on back of flyer)

____ Yes, my group, congregation, or union wants to reserve a table of 8 for the discounted rate of $440. See below to list names and menu choices.

____ Cannot attend but would like to contribute $_____ to support the work of the CNY Labor-Religion Coalition, and its major project, the Workers’ Rights Center.

Name(s): _______________________________________
Group (if applicable): _____________________________

Address (with zip) ________________________________

_______________________________________________

Phone: ___________________________

E-Mail ______________________________________

Make checks payable to CNY Labor-Religion Coalition.

Mail to CNY Labor-Religion Coalition, P.O. Box 247, East Syracuse, NY 13057

Reservations may be called in to Patti at (315) 431-4040, or you may e-mail her at pstought@nysutmail.org.

You will be responsible for paying at the door for reservations made in this way and you will be billed if reservations are made but not paid for.

If ordering a table: Specify names of guests attending from your group, and indicate their choices below:

Entrée Choices

1.________________________________
Chicken Florentine Filet of Sole Eggplant

2.________________________________
Chicken Florentine Filet of Sole Eggplant

3.________________________________
Chicken Florentine Filet of Sole Eggplant

4. ________________________________
Chicken Florentine Filet of Sole Eggplant

5. ________________________________
Chicken Florentine Filet of Sole Eggplant

6. ________________________________
Chicken Florentine Filet of Sole Eggplant

7. ________________________________
Chicken Florentine Filet of Sole Eggplant

8. ________________________________
Chicken Florentine Filet of Sole Eggplant

THANKS SO MUCH TO GROUPS THAT PURCHASE A FULL TABLE! Let us know if you buy a full table and cannot fill it. We will complete your table for you with those who would not otherwise be able to attend.

Please submit names of your attendees by no later than 5 p.m., Thursday, May 1, 2008!

Special thanks to the New York State United Teachers union (NYSUT) for donating labor, office space, and mailing expenses to this vital work. We also owe a great debt of gratitude to The New York State Labor-Religion Coalition and to Interfaith Worker Justice for ongoing organizational and technical support.

Our Mission: The mission of the CNY Labor Religion Coalition is to mobilize the religious, labor and wider community to become effective advocates for justice in employment.

 

We believe that justice in employment is essential for the dignity of individuals, families and communities. The Coalition must work to promote justice and address the immorality of the ever-widening gap between the rich and poor. We believe that RELIGION, at its core, and LABOR at its best, seek the following for all people:

  • The right to work
  • The right to organize in the work place
  • The right to a living wage
  • The right to a safe and healthy workplace
  • The right to prepare for a secure and healthy future

Last Updated:04/17/2008
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