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About Working Peoples Alliance
Our Mission
Our mission is to shape government economic policies, particularly those affecting the labor market and other areas of economic intervention that negatively impact working people. We provide assistance to help workers find employment and educate them about government programs designed to enhance job opportunities. Additionally, we aim to inform the public about economic policy failures and bridge the current political divide by promoting collaboration among local, state, and federal officials to pursue common goals that benefit working Americans.
Our Vision
Our vision is to help build a fair and thriving economy where government policies put the needs of working Americans first. We strive to create a system that empowers working people with the opportunities, education, and resources they deserve, while fostering collaboration among local, state, and federal leaders to achieve shared goals that benefit everyone. Through informed action and cooperation, we seek to reshape economic policies for a more prosperous and united future for all working people.
Our Founder
Roger Micheal Teague
May 14th, 1946 - April 2023
Roger Micheal Teague was born in Heflin Alabama on May 14, 1946. As a child Roger Micheal Teague always worked hard in order to help provide for himself and his family. Times were very hard during those years. In working over the years, Michael Teague worked in Construction as a Builder. He resided in Arizona for a period of time working as a Commercial Development Contractor. Micheal Teague was a highly skilled Contractor and Master Woodworker. In 2006 Michael Teague moved to East Tennessee and resided in Sevierville TN. Here in Tennessee he purchased a 1940 Farmhouse. Over the years he made that Old Farmhouse his beautiful home. Every detail with the restoration of his home was detailed and beautifully done. He loved spending time in his Wood Workshop creating beautiful Custom furniture for his home. Roger Micheal Teague had a Heart for Working Class People. He wanted to help make a difference in their lives by establishing a Public Service Website to advocate for change in opportunities for working people. His purpose with the Website would make information available and would include assistance for workers to find jobs and educate workers about governmental programs to enhance their opportunity for employment. As importantly, the website and other projects must inform the general public about government malfunctions in economic policies. The public service website is intended to prevent political divisiveness and instead to foster problem-solving among local, state, and federal officials to work toward common goals that benefit working Americans. Roger Michael Teague passed away in April 2023. Working Peoples Alliance is created developed and fully funded by the Roger Michael Teague Trust.
Our Staff and Board
Our staff and board are committed to building a fair and inclusive economy where all working people can thrive. In partnership with others, we pursue our mission by driving impactful policy changes, providing critical resources and education, and fostering collaboration at the local, state, and federal levels. Through research, capacity-building, and strategic communication, we aim to empower workers and reshape economic policies for the benefit of all.
Board Members
President
Gail Thompson
Gail Thompson, a longtime Gatlinburg, TN resident of over 30 years, first met Roger Michael Teague in 2018 through her work as a local Realtor. Over time, they became close friends, often sharing their interests in farming and woodworking, as well as their shared concerns for the needs of working-class people. Following Mr. Teague’s passing in 2023, Gail assumed the role of Trustee for his estate, dedicated to fulfilling his wishes. In his honor, this public service website has been established, fully funded by the Roger Michael Teague Trust.
Staff Members
Mason West
Mason West, a Marine Corps Veteran and professional drone pilot, is the owner of Smoky Mountain Digital. Mason built and actively maintains this website, consistently updating it with fresh information and publishing monthly blogs aimed at helping working people thrive.
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