April 23

Greeting fellow dock workers.
I am a third generation Longshoreman with the ILWU-Local 19, in the Port of Seattle, USA.

I want to let you know that this fight is not just happening in Australia against the MUA, but is happening with every Longshore and Marine Transportation Union around the world. and we want you to know that we not only stand behind you in Solidarity but we see this as our battle also, becouse your Victory will be our Victory and your Defeat will be our Defeat. Our motto of the ILWU is " an Injury to One is a Injury to ALL" and that goes for this battle as well.

Stand firm, be brave, and draw strenght knowing that you are not alone and that our support and prayers are with you all.

Pete Adler
ILWU,Local 19
Seattle, Washington. USA