POINTS TO PONDER
Issue 02-07
from your Federation President
NARFE Members of California:
REVITALIZE OUR CHAPTERS: The following dissertation is plagiarized
from the Washington State Federation Newsletter. I believe it applies to all NARFE
Chapters, thus it is presented here for your thoughtful consideration.
We must not forget why NARFE was created... Members in past years have fought
Congress for the rights we are enjoying today, so let's not throw their hard work and
efforts away.
I realize that times have changed, and that the overall level of volunteer commitment
is at an all time low -- a phenomenon happening in many organizations at all levels.
But NARFE members must remain strong in order to protect our rights and benefits;
we must do this by exercising our right to participate as active members on boards,
committees, and other groups in support of NARFE causes.
We must serve by example, because people will follow a group that is going
somewhere, a group that offers positive benefits and knows where it is going.
As a focused and strong organization we can withstand the efforts of congressional
legislators who aim to take away federal retirement benefits.
Consider the fact that we have much to be grateful for -- our federal retirement
security has remained intact for many years with only a few exceptions. However, with
a declining membership base, our power to influence Congress is slipping.
Members must be encouraged to take an active part and not become complacent.
Participation is vital in keeping NARFE a strong organization.
Till next time ...
Your California Federation President, Lea Zajac
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