UAW-Represented Staff at Association of Professional Flight Attendants Strike Over Unfair Contract Negotiations
Dallas, TX — The UAW-represented staff at the Association of Professional Flight Attendants (APFA), which represents American Airlines Flight Attendants, have gone on strike following stalled contract negotiations and an unwillingness by APFA management to bargain in good faith. The unit, composed of 11 clerical, administrative, and support staff, unanimously rejected the latest contract offer after […]
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Jon Irvine Appointed IAM Healthcare Coordinator
IAM International President Brian Bryant has appointed Jon Irvine as IAM Healthcare Coordinator, effective Oct. 1, 2024. This appointment will build on the IAM’s commitment to empowering technical and professional workers in the healthcare industry. Irvine’s first exposure to the importance of a strong union voice for healthcare workers came from his mother, who spent
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IAM District 142 Holds First Guide Dogs of America Tender Loving Canines Charity Golf Tournament
The IAM Air Transport Territory members of District 142 recently gathered in Chandler, Ariz., to hold its first-ever charity golf outing for the IAM’s favorite charity, Guide Dogs of America and Tender Loving Canines (GDA | TLC). More than 100 attendees had a fun day playing Golf, Corn Hole, and Frisbee games at the Ocotillo
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IAM Union Members and Their Families Can Maximize Time, Tuition Benefits Through the U-Learn Program
IAM members and their families who are pursuing an undergraduate degree can maximize their time and tuition benefits through the U-LEARN program. Through U-LEARN, in addition to free books, you can take unlimited associate- or bachelor’s-level courses for $5,250 per calendar year. For anyone who is eligible for $5,250 in tuition reimbursement, it may result in $0
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Retired IAM Railroad Legend Bob Reynolds Recognized for 60 Years of Achievements
Retired IAM District 19 leader Robert “Bob” Reynolds recently received a 60-year IAM service award pin and was recognized for his union achievements. Reynolds’ journey with the IAM began as an apprentice on Aug. 6, 1964, with the Illinois Central Railroad in Paducah, Ky. At the time, the Illinois Central Railroad was the most dominant
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Amazon Teamsters in Staten Island Rally to Demand Contract Talks
(STATEN ISLAND, N.Y.) – In the face of years of delays and stall tactics by Amazon, members of the Amazon Labor Union-International Brotherhood of Teamsters (ALU-IBT) Local 1 held a solidarity rally and cookout outside of the e-commerce giant’s JFK8 warehouse in Staten Island to kick off an escalating campaign to force Amazon to come […]
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Sysco/SYGMA Teamsters Unanimously Ratify New Contract
(KANSAS CITY, Mo.) – After a one-day strike, warehouse workers represented by Teamsters Local 955 at Sysco/SYGMA in Kansas City have unanimously ratified a new collective bargaining agreement. SYGMA, a subsidiary of Sysco, supplies food and other goods to major chain restaurants. In the Kansas City area, its largest customers include Wendy’s, Panera Bread, and […]
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IAM Visits Victory Lodge 1725 in Charlotte to Boost GOTV Efforts for 2024 Elections
The IAM National Legislative and Political team recently visited IAM Victory Lodge 1725 members in Charlotte, N.C. The trip focused on sharing critical information about the IAM’s Get Out the Vote (GOTV) program, a campaign designed to ensure that every IAM member understands the importance of their vote in shaping the future of our union
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IAM Members Hit the Streets in Philadelphia for Pro-Labor Candidates
Members of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) joined labor unions across the greater Philadelphia area this weekend to support pro-labor candidates in the 2024 election. In collaboration with the Philadelphia Council AFL-CIO, IAM members participated in labor walks, canvassing union households to raise awareness of candidates who champion the rights of working families.
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Organize, Organize, Organize: In the States Roundup
Organize, Organize, Organize: In the States Roundup
It’s time once again to take a look at the ways working people are making progress in the states. Click on any of the links to follow the state federations on X (formerly Twitter).
Arizona AFL-CIO:This morning we joined our fellow #UnionSiblings for a Labor Rally and canvass launch at Arizona Education Assiciation in support of Kamala Harris and Tim Walz!— Arizona AFL-CIO (@ArizonaAFLCIO) October 12, 2024California Labor Federation, AFL-CIO:Check the @aFairHotel website to see all properties that are on strike or in risk of being out on strike! https://t.co/vy6YIK599B https://t.co/vGtnviiCAI— California Federation of Labor Unions (@CaliforniaLabor) October 14, 2024Colorado AFL-CIO:Sign up link in our bio! 💙💛 pic.twitter.com/fpwvdoVylv— Colorado AFL-CIO (@AFLCIOCO) October 9, 2024Connecticut AFL-CIO:Union members are out knocking doors for pro-worker candidates in South Windsor this morning! Thanks to @AFSCME Local 391 for hosting! #LaborVotes #1u pic.twitter.com/BTXWpsIOKu— Connecticut AFL-CIO (@ConnAFLCIO) October 13, 2024Florida AFL-CIO:We love to see it!Organize, organize, organize. 💪 https://t.co/35PPGXV33w— Florida AFL-CIO (@FLAFLCIO) October 15, 2024Georgia State AFL-CIO:Need a ride to the polls? Union members and workers’ rights supporters, get your voice heard. Rides provided by Georgia Coalition for the People’s Agenda from early voting to November 5, 2024. Schedule at https://t.co/a3DqfGznS0. 💪 #YourVoteMatters #UnionStrong pic.twitter.com/xg7BggVpEb— Georgia AFL-CIO (@AFLCIOGeorgia) October 15, 2024Illinois AFL-CIO:IL AFL-CIO Secretary-Treasurer Pat Devaney was standing with @NALC_National today to tell Postmaster DeJoy that letter carriers deserve better. It is time to prioritize safety and give them the contract they need to provide first class service. #1u pic.twitter.com/eFMa7kC0ai— Illinois AFL-CIO (@ILAFLCIO) October 14, 2024Iowa Federation of Labor, AFL-CIO:Thank you @AFSCME Secretary-Treasurer Elissa McBride for kicking off a great day of canvassing for #UnionEndorsed candidates in Des Moines! @afscme_c61 pic.twitter.com/QyJiO9GleN— Iowa AFL-CIO ✊ (@IowaAFLCIO) October 12, 2024Maine AFL-CIO:For this week’s labor history, we look back at how passage of the National Labor Relations Act jumpstarted union organizing in Maine’s textile mills!https://t.co/Gva2oJowPq— Maine AFL-CIO (@MEAFLCIO) October 8, 2024Massachusetts AFL-CIO:The MA AFL and @GBLCBoston have their A Team on the doors this morning in Concord for @KamalaHarris, @Tim_Walz, @JoyceCraigNH, and @MaggieG603! @NHAFLCIO @AFLCIO #BetterInAUnion #UnionsForHarrisWalz pic.twitter.com/KpnQ9wUuKp— Massachusetts AFL-CIO (@massaflcio) October 12, 2024Minnesota AFL-CIO:What would a second Trump administration look like for workers’ rights? It’s not pretty… https://t.co/T2bPd2oH8x #BetterInAUnion #UnionsForHarris— Minnesota AFL-CIO (@MNAFLCIO) October 11, 2024Missouri AFL-CIO:G’mar chatima tova. #YomKippur pic.twitter.com/BDLPdqCFAi— Missouri AFL-CIO (@MOAFLCIO) October 11, 2024Nevada State AFL-CIO:Yesterday morning alongside Congresswoman Dina Titus, U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar, and U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen the Nevada State AFL-CIO sent out over 150 canvassers to knock on doors for our member-to-member program. We won’t stop until it’s over!Courtesy: NEWS3 pic.twitter.com/V9ROh6mfcG— Nevada State AFL-CIO // Pass the #PROAct (@NVAFLCIO) October 14, 2024New Hampshire AFL-CIO:We are proud to endorse @MaggieG603 to represent NH’s 2nd District. Maggie will fight for workers, here in NH, + across the country. We will work together to create good paying union jobs, expand workers’ rights, + build an economy that works for everyone!#NHPolitics pic.twitter.com/juILmia4cu— New Hampshire AFL-CIO (@NHAFLCIO) October 7, 2024New Jersey State AFL-CIO:Register to vote by Tuesday, October 15. The 2024 general election is the most consequential of our lifetime. Make your voice heard! Register to vote online, in person, or by mail. Visit https://t.co/2b65aZzG0q to register and more. pic.twitter.com/9bZeyx2TGh— New Jersey AFL-CIO (@NJAFLCIO) October 11, 2024New York State AFL-CIO:BINGHAMTON: Join the labor walk in support of Josh Riley and Lea Webb this weekend! https://t.co/207aEl1jmE— NYS AFL-CIO // #UnionStrong (@NYSAFLCIO) October 11, 2024North Carolina State AFL-CIO:How will #Project2025 impact the retirement security of North Carolinians? Let’s break it down. #ncpol #1u pic.twitter.com/lkv9RA7HYf— NC State AFL-CIO // #CountMeIn (@NCStateAFLCIO) October 11, 2024Ohio AFL-CIO:At a #labor rally in Columbus, @SherrodBrown knows that our diversity is the strength of our @AFLCIO #union movement. pic.twitter.com/XCHm34VjHa— Ohio AFL-CIO (@ohioaflcio) October 14, 2024Oregon AFL-CIO:📣Action Alert! 📣OSU Graduate Employees rep’ed by @CGE6069 are holding a practice picket on 10/16 10am-2pm at Memorial Union Quad at the OSU campus in Corvallis. Show up and show solidarity ✊More info and ways to support graduate workers: https://t.co/8YkTjkQqhi— Oregon AFL-CIO (@OregonAFLCIO) October 15, 2024Pennsylvania AFL-CIO:🚨🚨🚨Back by popular demand, we will be hosting our Women’s Wednesday Virtual Phone Banks again!Sign up today!https://t.co/lX9gZKr0Y5 pic.twitter.com/b9OW5jiYpx— PA AFL-CIO (@PaAFL_CIO) October 14, 2024Texas AFL-CIO:We even ran into the future state rep herself! @kristianfortx 🔥 https://t.co/wYwzOquUfe pic.twitter.com/hpnFcFEhJj— Texas AFL-CIO (@TexasAFLCIO) October 12, 2024Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO:Indigenous Peoples Day is a call to recognize and uplift Indigenous histories and present-day communities, to honor indigenous struggles for sovereignty and independence, and to energize our movement to stand in solidarity with Indigenous working people. pic.twitter.com/RIacZsl20o— Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO (@WAAFLCIO) October 14, 2024Wisconsin State AFL-CIO:Help us get out the vote with the @steelworkers! Join a rally on Thursday, October 24 at 3:00 pm at the Iron Workers Local Union 8 Hall.RSVP at https://t.co/2BBZRqMhue pic.twitter.com/OGkHfSG9Bu— WI AFL-CIO (@wisaflcio) October 14, 2024
Kenneth Quinnell
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