“Wanika Fisher has proven that she understands the struggles of working people and isn’t afraid to take action to address them,” said UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO President Gino Renne. “She’s smart, and she’s committed to justice—not just in the courtroom, but in the community. Our members know they can count on her to fight for fairness and accountability, and that’s exactly what we need in a State’s Attorney.”

Local 1994 is proud to stand with Wanika Fisher—a champion for working families and a leader who believes in real justice for all.

When: October 27, 2025, 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm Eastern
Format: Zoom workshop
Cost: $10 (but no one turned away for lack of funds)
Register via Labor Notes (Labor Notes)

Why This Matters

“Just cause” might sound like legal jargon, but it’s one of the linchpins of protecting workers from arbitrary or unfair discipline. Unfortunately, many of the powerful tools around just cause have been locked behind arbitrator decisions or inside legal offices — not in the hands of everyday stewards. This workshop aims to change that.

You’ll get:

• A clear breakdown: What just cause is and what it isn’t.

• Real-world scenarios to practice wielding just cause arguments.

• Insights from Just Cause: A Union Guide to Winning Discipline Cases (Robert Schwartz) — a go-to resource for labor advocates. (Labor Notes)

Who Should Sign Up

If you’re a union steward, shop floor rep, rank-and-file organizer, or just someone who wants to level up your rights enforcement game, this is for you. It’s especially helpful if you often deal with discipline cases or want to build stronger grievance strategies.

Quick Tips

• Register early to reserve your spot — it’s virtual, but spaces may be limited.

• Before the workshop, skim Schwartz’s text (if you can) to get more out of the discussion.

• Bring real cases or hypotheticals from your own shop — those will be gold in the practice portion.