LAX Officers Report Abuse

A rally for Airport Security Officers at Los Angeles International Airport attracted hundreds of supporters. Activists wore signs that read, “Stand with Front-Line Defenders of Airport Safety” and “The Union Is Here” – Another Union Member in Solidarity with Transportation Security Officers and their Union – AFGE, AFL-CIO. The labor dispute arose from alleged intimidation and firings of airport security personnel for complaining about poor working conditions at LAX. Several local politicians and labor leaders took the stage to speak in support of the Security Officers and their union. The demonstration took place outside Gate 1 near the South West Airlines Arrival Gate.

Victory for Sheriff’s Union

Now that Paris Hilton has been returned to jail to serve the rest of her sentence, members of the Association of Los Angeles Deputy Sheriff’s can rest easy knowing the wealthy socialite will not receive any special treatment for her celebrity status. It’s pretty clear this latest incident with all its twists and turns spells the end of Sheriff Lee Baca’s career. He did a pretty good job of defending himself at the press conference on Friday, but with politicians all over the city criticizing his decision to release her early he’s toast. Does the ALADS have a recommendation for his replacement? What other missteps has Sheriff Baca made that upset ALADS members? Will Baca’s replacement mean higher pay or increased benefits for ALADS rank and file?

As one person commented on my earlier post, “Such a move by management makes life more difficult for the union members while they're doing their jobs.” I think we can all agree on that point. It must have been pretty tough being a Los Angeles Sheriff these last few days. Will this incident have any lasting effect for the members of the sheriff’s union?