By Paul T. Sorrow
National President
On the occasion of Thanksgiving, we have many blessings to be thankful for — our families, our jobs our homes, and never to be overlooked, the men and women in uniform who place their lives at risk to protect the freedom’s we enjoy. In addition to these most-important things, I wish to express my heartfelt thanks to each and every member of our Brotherhood. You are indeed what makes our organization the leading Rail Labor union in the United States.
I also wish to express my appreciation to our employees and staff at the National Division. Your hard work and dedication helps the organization function smoothly and efficiently as we strive to provide the highest level of service to our members.
I am likewise thankful for the great effort and support of our BLET Auxiliary. We toil on the railroads daily to earn a nice living for our spouses and family. The Auxiliary is comprised of dedicated spouses and family members who, in turn, support the BLET. I am thankful that the Auxiliary is such a powerful ally to the Brotherhood.
Lastly, we owe a great debt of gratitude to our elected officers. Often times their hard work goes unnoticed and unappreciated. Many of their union duties are performed at the expense of time with their families, and after long hours and grueling shifts in the locomotive cab. You may not often hear the words “thank you,” but rest assured that your efforts are not overlooked. I appreciate your efforts and am truly thankful for the daily sacrifices you make to help your fellow Brothers and Sisters.
In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, we often forget to pause and reflect on the many blessings we enjoy as Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen. As the calendar year begins to wind down, please join me in thanking all members, officers and employees of our great Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen.
Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours.