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Celebrate | Teamsters Children History Book "Oates and Roses"

8/21/2015

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In addition to being a photographer, I'm also a writer and labor activist. I've worked in the labor movement for close to six years now, and a large chunk of that time was spent at the Teamsters Union. A few years ago, the Teamsters commissioned me to write a book for children detailing an important strike in the union's history. I'm so excited to announce that the book has been published!
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The book is based on true events and details a 1910 strike by Teamster members who walked the picket line on behalf of their horses. The story goes that, in an effort to increase profits, company executives demanded that Teamsters forego noontime feeding of their horses. Union members knew that without proper care and nutrition for their animals, they could not do their jobs. When an agreement could not be reached, Teamster members walked off the job. The strike was successful.

I know the Teamsters often gets a bad rap in the media, but take my word for it: Teamster members are some of the most incredible people I've ever met. I truly hope they and their kids love this book! 

A lot of people have asked me how they can purchase a copy of the book. If you're a Teamster and happen to be reading this post, great! You can get a copy from your local union. If you're not a Teamster but are interested in the labor movement and labor history, contact me directly. I have a limited number of books that I'm happy to share on a first-come, first-serve basis. Because the book was made possible through union dues, it is not available to the general public.
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gerry suchy link
8/21/2015 07:41:08 am

Really nice photographic presentation on this project. Very classy and well done.

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mark cronkhite
10/29/2015 04:20:38 am

yes! We are the voices that have ALL people and animals represented.

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Sharon Hickey link
11/21/2015 05:18:15 pm

HI Jonna! Just for fun I Googled the title of "our" book and came across your blog. What a nice post about "Oats & Roses". Your story is wonderful and I was proud to illustrate it. I am very proud of how the pictures turned out. I hope that we will have a chance to meet one day! Sharon (aka "Sherry") Hickey

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Pete Swab
12/1/2015 09:08:08 am

I'm interested in purchasing a copy of Oats and Roses for a Christmas gift.

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