Lew Drass on Running for NALC National President | What He'd Do on Day One

In this episode, Lew Drass sits down for a candid, no-holds-barred conversation about his run for NALC National President — and why he believes he's the most qualified candidate in the race.

With 20 years behind the wheel as a City Letter Carrier, 10 years as a Branch President, 8 years as a National Business Agent, 4 years as National Director of City Delivery, and 4 years as National Vice President, Lew breaks down what's broken — and exactly how he plans to fix it.

In this episode, Lew talks to several Letter Carriers that came on the show. Listen in and hear what was discussed. There will be a similar show recorded on Sunday, August 30 from 5:00-7:30 P.M. (CST) and all of you are invited if you want to come on the show and ask contract questions, campaign questions, or to talk about anything you want to talk about. You can call 1- (346)-248-7799 - Meeting ID: 872 1722 9287 to come on the show. This is a recurring meeting, so once you have the phone number and meeting ID, it is always the same, so come on and join us tomorrow evening!

In this episode, Lew talks to several Letter Carriers that came on the show. Listen in and hear what was discussed. There will be a similar show recorded on Monday, August 25 from 6:00-8:30 P.M. (CST) and all of you are invited if you want to come on the show and ask contract questions, campaign questions, or to talk about anything you want to talk about. You can call 1- (346)-248-7799 - Meeting ID: 872 1722 9287 or e-mail your cell number to [email protected] and he will send you the link.

In this episode, Lew talks to several Letter Carriers that came on the show . Listen in and hear what was discussed. There will be a similar show recorded on Friday, from 12:00-3:00 CST and all of you are invited if you want to come on the show and ask contract questions, campaign questions, or to talk about anything you want to talk about. You can either call 1- (346)-248-7799 - Meeting ID: 872 1722 9287 or e-mail your cell number to [email protected] and he will send you the link.

In this episode, Lew talks to Steven Law who is a Letter Carrier and Shop Steward/Formal Step A representative in Enterprise, AL about his journey as a NALC representative and answers his questions regarding current issues on the workroom floor, the grievance procedure, the work environment, safety issues, contract negotiations, and much more.

Lew relaunches the Drasstic Measures Podcast with a short episode inviting members to come on the show on Tuesday, August 18 from 12:00-3:00 CST and ask contract questions, campaign questions or to talk about anything you want to talk about. Just e-mail your cell number to [email protected] and he will send you a link. On Tuesday, August 18 you will be in the waiting room and come on the show on a first come, first served basis.

This is the first episode of the Drasstic Measure Podcast relaunch. In this episode, Lew has a conversation with Letter Carrier Cordell Mardis about his candidacy for NALC President and what is going on currently in the Postal Service.

In this episode, Lew recaps the Alabama State Convention, breaks down the next steps in the local negotiations process, and shares a key grievance tip for PTFs/CCAs. He also offers practical advice on choosing benefits for newly converted/hired City Letter Carriers—emphasizing why it’s important to “pay yourself first” as you start your postal career.

Lew discusses the local negotiations impasse process and legislative issues.

Lew discusses the history of workhour limitations and the changes to Article 8 in our new contract