Where Do You Get Your News? Help SMART-TD Meet You There

SMART-TD wants to talk with you — but more importantly, we want to listen. 

We know your time is valuable. So, let’s start here:

Reach out to us anytime

Send your thoughts to News_TD@smart-union.org or reply to any Newswire email. We want to hear what matters to you, what stories you’re interested in, what questions you want answered, and where you’re most likely to see our updates. 

Tell Us What You Use, and We’ll Meet You There 

Every day, we share updates about contracts, safety, legislation, and what’s happening in SMART-TD. Right now, that information is available on our website, in daily Newswire emails, and across platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. 

But those might not be the places you go for news. And that’s what we need to know. 

Are you catching clips on TikTok during your lunch break? Skimming through X (formerly Twitter) while waiting for a train? Watching reels on Instagram? Browsing Facebook groups after your shift? Or maybe you’re checking out Truth Social or Blue Sky? 

We’re asking you directly: What social apps do you use, no matter what they are? 
We want to make it easier for you to get the information that matters most to you, right where you already spend your time. 

Why This Is Important for You 

Sometimes we need to get you information fast. It could be a contract update. A new federal rule. A safety alert. 

One tool built exactly for this is the SMART Union app. If you haven’t tried it, it offers real-time notifications, a live news feed, and updates from your local and general committee. It’s built to keep you connected to your union, your crew, and your contract all in one spot. 

If you don’t use the app, we can’t always afford to wait until you come looking for important updates. We need to be able to meet you in the moment, and that only works if we know where you are. 

It’s Not Just News. It’s Your Voice. 

We’ll always share serious updates, but this isn’t just about alerts and negotiations. It’s about building stronger union by sharing how your victories were won, honoring acts of fraternal solidarity, and highlighting the everyday heroism of our jobs. 

But to do that well, we need your help. 

What information do you care about the most? What platforms are you already on? What apps do you check during breaks, while waiting for your train/bus, or while on your commute? That’s where we want to be. 

We’re not here to broadcast at you — we’re here to connect with you. And the more we know about where, how and what you need, the more able we are to make sure you see the right info at the right time. 

How to Tell Us 

We’ve made it simple: 

• Email us directly at News_TD@smart-union.org 

• Or reply to any Newswire email 

Just tell us what apps you’re using and what kind of stories you would like to see more of and we’ll take it from there. 

Thank you for helping make SMART-TD stronger, more connected, and truly member-driven.