@DougWStern

Director of Operations for the International Association of Fire Fighters @iaffnewsdesk - former @ohio_pro_ffs - Retired Cincinnati Fire Fighter.

 Washington DC
Joined November 2011
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Just seems like an appropriate quote given some of the news of late.
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Carrick Rangers FC wishes to place on record our sincere thanks to the Cliftonville supporters and medics who attended to the CRFC fan who took unwell on the Shore Road after Tuesday’s Shield Final. He is now stable and recovering in hospital and sends thanks to all who helped
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Interested in my previous role? jobs.dayforcehcm.com/en-US/i… Advocating for fire fighters means more than showing up. It is building policy, moving legislation, and pushing IAFF priorities through Congress and the Administration to protect those who protect others. #IAFF #FireFighters #PublicSafety #GovernmentAffairs #FederalPolicy
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From DC, Columbus, and Little Rock, we all made to Cincinnati for the weekend, may as well catch the @FCCincinnati match.
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I remember working on this when it passed it 2017. To see cities fighting these claims when sick fire fighters need the support the most is disappointing and gross. It is the exact problem that passing the law was intended to stop. news5cleveland.com/news/loca…

Ohio says firefighting caused their cancer. So, why are the cities they served battling their...

After a News 5 investigation sparked a change in state law, we found Ohio towns and cities often battle awarding Michael Louis Palumbo Jr. Act benefits to firefighters diagnosed with cancer.

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@WCPO12 Jul 2025
After six months of intense training, 51 recruits became the newest members of the Cincinnati Fire Department. Among them were 10 women, marking the largest number of female graduates in a single recruit class in the organization's history. wcpo.com/news/local-news/ham…

'It made me so proud' | Record number of women join Cincinnati Fire, including one following dad's...

For Yessenia Wyatt, the graduation fulfilled a childhood dream of following in her father's footsteps as a firefighter.

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Nathan’s July 4 Hot Dog Eating Contest: The Grossest Ten Minutes in Sports.
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At the @WatfordFC match and I have never seen poorer officiating. This guy has lost all control of the game. Is it possible to relegate an official? #watford #eflchampionship
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Some saw an oyster. Others saw something unexpected. We see an opportunity to turn viral laughs into positive impact.   In celebration of Women’s History Month, 10% of all Oyster Catchers merch sales will support @IamCervivor. hubs.ly/Q03cXJdk0   #GoBaysox #MerchForGood
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AFL-CIO ✊
@AFLCIO7 Mar 2025
Removing TSA workers’ collective bargaining rights is union busting. Period. apnews.com/article/collectiv…

Homeland Security ends TSA collective bargaining agreement, in effort to dismantle union protections

A union representing Transportation Security Administration workers calls the Department of Homeland Security's decision to end the collective bargaining agreement with them an “unprovoked attack.”

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Ohio Dems
@OHDems1 Feb 2025
Amid a growing push to eliminate DEI programs and all activities relating to Black History Month, it is more critical than ever to acknowledge the accomplishments and contributions Black people have made in our nation.
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Campaign to find an Ottawa firefighter a living liver donor a ‘massive success’ ctvnews.ca/ottawa/article/ca…

Campaign to find an Ottawa firefighter a living liver donor a ‘massive success,’ as hospital begins...

An Ottawa firefighter with end-stage liver disease is optimistic about finding a donor, following an online campaign looking for a potential match for a living liver donor.

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Keeping all those involved in our prayers. Our members are doing harrowing work in difficult conditions hoping for the best. 🙏
Edward A. Kelly@IAFFPresident30 Jan 2025
Search and rescue efforts are underway in the Potomac River, with @Local3217, @IAFF36, @IAFFlocal1619, and dozens of other firefighters engaged in dive operations. They’re doing everything they can to bring survivors to safety. Our prayers are with everyone affected.
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Search and rescue efforts are underway in the Potomac River, with @Local3217, @IAFF36, @IAFFlocal1619, and dozens of other firefighters engaged in dive operations. They’re doing everything they can to bring survivors to safety. Our prayers are with everyone affected.
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🔥Be one of 50 #IAFF members to gain valuable hands-on training to help your Local's communications and political efforts. Apply for CTA and PTA by Friday, Jan. 31! Learn more ➡️ brnw.ch/21wQl4V

Apply by Jan. 31 for IAFF's 2025 Political and Communications Training Academies - IAFF

Applications are now open for the IAFF’s 2025 Communications Training Academy (CTA) and the A. Michael Mullane Political Training Academy (PTA) (log-in

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It’s an honor to be at the Capitol for the inauguration of the 47th president, @realDonaldTrump. The @IAFFofficial looks forward to working with the new administration to improve the lives of America’s firefighters, emergency medical workers, and their families. – at Washington, DC
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As governor of Georgia, Jimmy Carter signed Title 25, granting fire fighters in the state the right to collectively bargain with their municipalities. His signature in 1971 gave @IAFFofficial members a better, more secure future today. May he rest in peace.
Edward A. Kelly@IAFFPresident29 Dec 2024
Jimmy Carter dedicated his life to public service. Whether as a Georgia peanut farmer, United States President, or leading humanitarian, he never lost sight of his mission to serve others. I'm keeping the Carter family in my prayers as we celebrate his long and incredible life.
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We should all aspire to be like Jimmy Carter, and outlive people writing our obituary
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🔥 WHAT THEY’RE SAYING After the Senate voted to repeal WEP/GPO last week, Republicans & Democrats on Capitol Hill have been praising the legislation as a historic moment for retired #firefighters & other public employees. See what they’re saying ⬇️ iaff.org/news/what-theyre-sa…

What they’re saying: Lawmakers react to passage of Social Security Fairness Act  - IAFF

History was made last week when the United States Senate voted overwhelmingly to pass the Social Security Fairness Act, bipartisan legislation to repeal the

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HUGE LEGISLATIVE WIN FOR @IAFFofficial MEMBERS AND ALL PUBLIC EMPLOYEES.
International Association of Fire Fighters@IAFFofficial21 Dec 2024
🚨 BREAKING 🚨 The Senate has passed the Social Security Fairness Act!! In a historic vote, 76 Senators voted to finally repeal WEP/GPO and ensure #firefighters & other public servants can retire with dignity. Learn more ⬇️ iaff.org/news/senate-passes-…

Senate passes Social Security Fairness Act, sends WEP/GPO repeal to the White House - IAFF

Fairness is returning to Social Security for millions of retired fire fighters, police officers, teachers, and other public employees.

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🚨 BREAKING 🚨 The Senate has passed the Social Security Fairness Act!! In a historic vote, 76 Senators voted to finally repeal WEP/GPO and ensure #firefighters & other public servants can retire with dignity. Learn more ⬇️ iaff.org/news/senate-passes-…

Senate passes Social Security Fairness Act, sends WEP/GPO repeal to the White House - IAFF

Fairness is returning to Social Security for millions of retired fire fighters, police officers, teachers, and other public employees.

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