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Thursday, March 02, 2006
Making Music and Hitting Picket Lines
Come to a concert and screening of the film "A Union Man: The Life and Work of Julius Margolin," the story of the 89-year-old living legend of the New York City labor movement. He's been active since the 1930s in the CIO, National Maritime Union and Local 52 of the International Alliance of Theatrical and Stage Employees, which he has represented in the Central Labor Council for 32 years. A tireless fighter for justice, equality, and peace, Margolin embarked on a new career in 1999, making music and CDs with George Mann while still hitting picket lines and organizing workers in New York City and around the United States.
"A Union Man: The Life and Work of Julius Margolin" is the story of his life through his eyes as well as those he's met along the way. It's an affectionate portrait of a rank-and-file activist still fighting for justice as he approaches 90.
The film will be followed by a Q&A, then a concert by Margolin and Mann. The suggested donation is $5 to $10, but all are welcome regardless. All proceeds will benefit Jobs with Justice.
When: Friday, March 3, at 7:30 p.m. Where: Communications Workers of America headquarters (501 Third St. NW, in the Lobby Conference Center) More info: www.georgeandjulius.com
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