The objectives of the American Postal Workers Union of Maine, AFL-CIO shall be to unite the postal employees in one brotherhood for their social and economic advancement and to aid in the perfection of the Postal Service.  It has been demonstrated by past experience that the trade movement as exemplified in the American Federation of Labor, AFL-CIO is the best and most practical method for advancing the interest of all wage earners.  Therefore, we desire to remain in full affiliation with that body.  It shall be the purpose of the American Postal Workers Union of Maine, AFL-CIO to advance the interest of the postal employees and Postal Service, and to aid all workers in distress.