Southwest Region Campaign
Dre is running to build a stronger, more connected Southwest Region with strong, steady and consistent advocacy, clear communication, and respect for every member and every facility.
Latest video
While visiting with members across the region, I keep hearing the same question: what does an RVP actually do? Here’s the short answer. Your RVP sits at the national table where decisions about your working conditions and benefits get made. The job is to make sure the Southwest Region’s voice is heard there, to support every local in the region, and to protect the rights we’ve fought for. But the role isn’t about a title. It’s about being accountable to every member, so no one ever has to wonder whether their RVP is working for them. That’s the RVP I intend to be. 🗳️ Sanchez for Southwest #SanchezForSouthwest #DreForRVP #SouthwestRegion #Representation #Accountability
About Dre
Read Dre’s story, his union service, and the values that continue to shape how he leads, listens, and shows up for people.
Issues and priorities
Dre is running on clarity, respect, and practical advocacy that members can see and measure.
The issue: Members want a union culture that brings people together, restores confidence, and makes it unmistakably clear that every member and every facility matters and will be heard.
The direction: Dre’s focus is on rebuilding trust, strengthening internal unity, and making sure the Southwest Region is known for serious representation, member engagement, and a labor voice that commands respect.
The issue: Members deserve timely information, candid communication, and leadership that stays visible when questions are difficult and stakes are high.
The direction: Dre is committed to a culture of openness that keeps members informed, answers concerns directly, and treats communication as a core responsibility of all NATCA membership and his leadership.
The issue: Controllers across the region are feeling the strain of rising costs and delayed earned compensation, while pay has fallen behind inflation and the cost of supporting their families.
The direction: Dre will seize every opportunity to push for fair pay, timely implementation of earned raises, and modern compensation that reflects the value controllers bring every day.
Campaign tone
This campaign will stay focused on members, facts, and answers. If criticism or misinformation needs to be addressed, it will be addressed directly and responsibly, without turning the race into a dirty contest.
Engagement
Members, families, and supporters are welcome to engage, ask tough questions, and expect respectful dialogue. Questions are encouraged; personal attacks and mudslinging are not.
Ask Dre answers
Search the full Ask Dre Answers page to see the questions the campaign has answered and shared with members.
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