1. Could your job, benefits or retirement be affected by current administration proposals (i.e. contracting out)?
2. Are promotions at your worksite handled unfairly?
3. Could you use professional help to protect your job from downgradings, furloughs or RIF's?
4. Do you want your retirement benefits protected?
5. Could your job be one of the many targeted for elimination?
6. Are you underpaid for the work you do?
7. Would you like to be recognized for the important services you provide the American people?
8. Do you want an effective advocate on Capitol Hill to protect your rights and benefits?
9. Would you like to play a more important role in your country's political process?
10. Are you aware of unsafe or unhealthy conditions at your workplace?

To obtain a copy of Standard Form 1187, "Request for Payroll Deductions for Labor Organization Dues," contact the Union office or any Union Official in person or by email, or download form in PDF below. Dues deductions and application procedures vary by Local; see individual Local pages to determine the cost of membership and how to join.