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Become a dues-paying member of Essential Workers for Democracy, the rank-and-file reform movement fighting for a stronger, more democratic UFCW. Membership dues are $30/year or $15/year for part-timers and retirees.

EW4D membership is kept confidential from employers and union officials. EW4D membership is open to any and all UFCW members.
We reserve the right to exclude those who are opposed to EW4D or its principles as outlined in the Essential Workers’ Bill of Rights. Membership dues are not tax-deductible.

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Become an official member of Essential Workers for Democracy. Essential Workers for a Democracy is a rank-and-file reform movement in the UFCW. EW4D membership is kept confidential from employers and union officials. EW4D membership is open to any and all UFCW members. We reserve the right to exclude those who are opposed to EW4D or its principles.

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