Labriola joined the Committee for a Democratic Union (CDU) when she saw the need for greater democracy and transparency in how Local 250 was run. This series includes Labriola’s notes taken at CDU committee meetings where issues ranged from contract negotiations and strike pay to the expense accounts of union leaders. Carton 3, folders 13-14, contain correspondence between Blanche Bebb, original founder of the CDU in 1981, Kathy Labriola, Pat Hendricks, Amy Grossman, Meg Brizzolara and Local 250 members and union leaders. The bulk of the correspondence relates to the CDU's demands for greater financial accountability, an end to secrecy, and a larger role for rank and file members. In April 1984 the CDU was successful in its efforts to hold an election, with CDU members winning seven seats on the executive board. CDU-produced newsletters document the election process and provide details on fundraisers, meetings, and important achievements of the committee (carton 3, folders 12-13). A narrative by Meg Brizzolara on her experiences with the CDU is included in this series.