As the debate on the future of the AFL-CIO continues, WIN spoke with Jim Spellane of the electrical workers. The IBEW recently endorsed the reelection of John Sweeney for AFL President. He says unions need to stand together now more than ever due o the assault on working people by the economic policies of the current administration.

[Spellane1]: We need all the unity we can get ot help fight this off and get American people back to a place where they have a chance for economic growth and opportunity.

He added that if a split does occur in labor there will be a need for damage control.

[Spellane2]:So time and money and effort doesn't get wasted on in-fighting, but rather continues to go toward organizing new workers and fighting political battles.