# Episode 144: CLC Candidate Interview Director of Retirees Anita Guzik

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Podcast: [Hot House with Richie Ray](https://stenobird.com/podcast/hot-house-with-richie-ray-7087929)
Published: 2026-08-24T08:30:00+00:00
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## Resource

For nearly five decades, Anita Guzik has fought for letter carriers, retirees, and working families through every level of the labor movement. In this episode of The Hot House with Richie Ray , Anita returns to discuss why she is running for NALC Director of Retirees, but the conversation goes far beyond an election. We explore the future of retirement security, the struggles facing younger carriers, the growing disconnect many members feel from leadership, and the challenges confronting labor unions across America. Anita shares lessons learned from decades of union activism, discusses the roleretirees play in protecting future generations, and explains why she believes today's labor movement stands at a critical crossroads. The discussion also dives into the Concerned Letter Carriers movement, the importance of transparency and member engagement, and why Anita believes carriers must remain active in shaping the future of the NALC. This is a conversation about legacy, sacrifice, leadership, and the responsibility each generation has to protect what previous generations fought to build. Whether you're a CCA just starting your career or a retiree who spent decades carrying the mail, this episode is a reminder that the future of our union belongs to all of us.

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