Harry I'm also a N.Y.C.D.C. shop steward and had the privilege to work in the 608 and 157 jurisdiction. I've found that the business reps, officers and organizers in both this locals are some of the most professional and fair individuals in the business who put in an average of 60 to 70 hr work week to promote and protect our trade. I am Hispanic and never experience any discrimination in any of this aforementioned locals. if you want to be angry at someone Harry get angry at the non union contractors and the union busting lawyers that are taking the food from our tables.