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Published: Thu, March 15, 2007 - 12:03 pm
Northrop-Grumman officials are taking a new step in hopes of attracting striking union workers in Pascagoula, Mississippi back to their jobs.

They've sent a letter to clear up what they say is misinformation about the company's offer and to answer questions regarding benefits.

When asked if the letter would persuade them to go back to work now, LaChonda Vantroy of Pascagoula said, "Oh ,no, no, no.  We need more money."

Billy Cunningham of George County, Mississippi said, "It's the same thing."

Jimmy Briggs of Gulfport, Mississippi said, "No.  We're going to keep on going."

One of the points company officials are making in the letter is that health insurance benefits will run out after March 31st.

Striking workers received their last paycheck Thursday.

Are they ready for the weeks ahead-

Willie Dailey of Biloxi, Mississippi said, "I knew that was coming, and I'm preparing for all of this."

Cunningham said, "It's going to be tough, but that's the choice we made."

Briggs added, "If I didn't have food, I wouldn't tell nobody.  I'd just go and eat me some sardines or something."

A representative for striking workers says union members from around the country will join local workers on the picket line in Pascagoula Friday morning. 


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