IAM Representatives Participate in Veterans Administration’s Advisory Committee
IAM Veterans Services Coordinator Rich Evans and Veterans Services Assistant Coordinator Bryan Stymacks know a thing or two about the benefits process used by the Veterans Administration (VA). They have handled almost 1,000 claims since the IAM stood up our own Veterans Services department in 2022. So they were well versed and ready to help
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Hispanic Heritage Month Profiles: Erica Cervantes
Hispanic Heritage Month Profiles: Erica Cervantes
Throughout Hispanic Heritage Month, the AFL-CIO will be profiling leaders and activists to spotlight the diverse contributions Hispanics and Latinos have made to the labor movement. Today’s profile features Erica Cervantes of the Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU).
“I’m very grateful to be a member of ATU Local 416 because they make sure our company provides equal opportunities for all employees. ATU also gives me security to be myself, to show my personality and who I am as a person.”
Kenneth Quinnell
Wed, 10/02/2024 – 10:01
Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Omni New Haven Workers Reach Contract Settlement After 4-Day Strike
Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Omni New Haven Workers Reach Contract Settlement After 4-Day Strike
Working people across the United States regularly step up to help out our friends, neighbors and communities during these trying times. In our Service & Solidarity Spotlight series, we’ll showcase one of these stories every day. Here’s today’s story.
A four-day strike has ended at the Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale in Connecticut, where 122 workers walked out seeking better pay, better working conditions and fair treatment. They overwhelmingly voted to ratify the contract that includes first-year wage increases of up to 14.5%, maintains current health care and pension benefits.“We are thrilled that our members at the Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale stood together and secured a contract that respects their hard work and dedication,” said Josh Stanley, secretary-treasurer of UNITE HERE Local 217.
Kenneth Quinnell
Wed, 10/02/2024 – 10:01
California Teamsters Secure Legislation Curtailing Union Busting, Misclassification
(SACRAMENTO, Calif.) – Teamsters across California are celebrating the successful campaign to pass into law Assembly Bill 2754 (AB 2754) and Senate Bill 399 (SB 399), which will crack down on worker misclassification and intimidation throughout the state. SB 399 bans forced attendance at captive audience meetings, employer-sponsored presentations filled with anti-union propaganda designed to […]
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Following management missteps that have injected unnecessary delays and distractions into labor talks, Boeing executives make another error: Axing health benefits for 33,000 families while claiming they want to win back trust from workers
SEATTLE – In yet another misstep by Boeing executives in the midst of a spirited strike by essential frontline workers at Boeing facilities in Washington, California, and Oregon, Boeing executives made the error today of unceremoniously axing healthcare coverage for 33,000 families, a move that is quickly drawing criticism on many fronts. Workers were informed
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Southern Territory Leadership Visits Local 774 Textron Aviation Strike Line
Leaders from the IAM Southern Territory visited Local 774’s strike line at Textron Aviation this week to show solidarity and support. As the strike enters its second week, the presence of IAM leadership underscores the importance of unity in the ongoing fight for fair wages and improved working conditions. After six weeks of negotiations,
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GET THE NEW T-SHIRT: “Kill NAFTA: Save the Working Class!”
Get the “Kill NAFTA: Save the Working Class” t-shirt worn by UAW President Shawn Fain during yesterday’s State of the UAW National Town Hall! Purchase here. 100% cotton tee. Purchase is a donation to UAW Education Fund – a federally registered independent expenditure committee. Orders […]
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Teamsters Organize 50,000 New Members in Less Than Three Years
(WASHINGTON) – The International Brotherhood of Teamsters announced today the union has grown by an astounding 50,000 new members in the last two-and-a-half years, a direct result of key investments in strategic organizing under Teamsters General President Sean M. O’Brien and General Secretary-Treasurer Fred Zuckerman since March 2022. “Since being elected to lead the Teamsters, […]
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IAM International President Brian Bryant Shows Support for Striking Members at Boeing
As the nation’s largest strike continues at Boeing, IAM International President Brian Bryant recently visited members from IAM Districts 751 and W24 on the picket lines in Washington and Portland. IAM District 751 and District W24 represent Boeing workers in Washington, Oregon, and California. Bryant’s visit symbolizes the widespread support from IAM members across North
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Grab Your Walking Shoes: In the States Roundup
Grab Your Walking Shoes: 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).
Alaska AFL-CIO:Labor walks are the #1 tool we use to communicate with union members. They play a vital role in electing pro-worker candidates to public office. 🗳️Grab your walking shoes every Saturday from now to Election Day, and help us talk to union members about endorsed candidates. 👟✊ pic.twitter.com/BQbtAGvsXQ— Alaska AFL-CIO (@AKAFLCIO) September 27, 2024California Labor Federation, AFL-CIO:Thank you @GavinNewsom for signing our top priority – SB399 (Wahab) — to end mandatory captive audience meetings! pic.twitter.com/OmMPTzxRlE— California Federation of Labor Unions (@CaliforniaLabor) September 27, 2024Colorado AFL-CIO:Today we stood in solidarity with @UFCW_7 and @Teamsters455 in opposition to the Albertsons/Kroger merger. This merger would cause detrimental effects to local grocery stores pic.twitter.com/iZPnT9HTOd— Colorado AFL-CIO (@AFLCIOCO) October 1, 2024Connecticut AFL-CIO:Union members are knocking doors for pro-worker candidates in Groton, East Lyme, Waterford, New Britain, Ansonia & Derby today! #LaborVotes #1u pic.twitter.com/gClg6dpD66— Connecticut AFL-CIO (@ConnAFLCIO) September 28, 2024Georgia State AFL-CIO:Even in the darkest hours, our union family shines bright. Let’s support each other through the challenges of this hurricane and come out stronger on the other side. We’ve got each other’s backs! #UnionResilience #1u #StrongerTogether pic.twitter.com/nphOefnN7Z— Georgia AFL-CIO (@AFLCIOGeorgia) September 27, 2024Illinois AFL-CIO:Good communications are vital to the labor movement. Join us for a FREE training with 617 Media Group to discuss member communications for GOTV and beyond. 🗓️ 10/15/24🕐 4PM📍 Hire 360, 2540 S. State St., Chicago // Zoom option availableRSVP here: https://t.co/hHFeFGKIqU pic.twitter.com/4pHgWAOlgo— Illinois AFL-CIO (@ILAFLCIO) September 30, 2024Iowa Federation of Labor, AFL-CIO:You’re damn right they do! 💪 Order your shirt today: https://t.co/jbvyJIiTbo pic.twitter.com/odm25YisPF— Iowa AFL-CIO ✊ (@IowaAFLCIO) August 29, 2024Maine AFL-CIO:Rep. Laurel Libby is running for re-election to represent Auburn & Minot. She is also one of a tiny number of Maine state legislators with a 0% lifetime score on the Maine AFL-CIO Working Families Legislative Scorecard. That’s pretty hard to do! pic.twitter.com/jn8VbsTru9— Maine AFL-CIO (@MEAFLCIO) September 27, 2024Massachusetts AFL-CIO:Dozens of union members are out on the doors in Mansfield, Norton, and Foxboro talking to other members about electing proud @IBEW2222 member @PaulFeeneyMA and proud @seiu888 member @KostasLoukos to the MA Senate and MA House #mapoli pic.twitter.com/mMEAK69jEe— Massachusetts AFL-CIO (@massaflcio) September 28, 2024Michigan State AFL-CIO:A huge victory for Michigan home care workers!Tens of thousands of home care workers across the state struggle to make ends meet while working tirelessly to care for our seniors and most vulnerable.Restoring their collective bargaining rights is long overdue. https://t.co/lN6xmCPqh6— Michigan AFL-CIO ✊ (@MIAFLCIO) September 25, 2024Minnesota AFL-CIO:Ahead of Tuesday’s Vice-Presidential debate, Minnesota’s union members wanted to share a little bit about the @Tim_Walz we know. #BetterInAUnion #UnionsforHarris #UnionsforHarrisWalz pic.twitter.com/OpIz2qM9W5— Minnesota AFL-CIO (@MNAFLCIO) September 30, 2024Missouri AFL-CIO:Canvassing and phone banking for candidates that support working people is key. Grassroots efforts like these are vital in shaping policies that impact Missouri’s working families. Every conversation makes a difference. Sign up: https://t.co/MozdUEsxRA pic.twitter.com/2D1FuaigYX— Missouri AFL-CIO (@MOAFLCIO) September 30, 2024Nevada State AFL-CIO:From the north to the south, the Nevada State AFL-CIO was out in full force canvassing with our union brothers & sisters!38 days, 5 weekends to go. We’re getting closer and closer to the finish line and it’ll be so sweet to celebrate our victories on November 5th! pic.twitter.com/usp7hTxr5p— Nevada State AFL-CIO // Pass the #PROAct (@NVAFLCIO) September 28, 2024New Jersey State AFL-CIO:Women’s rights are at stake this November. Register and vote. For more information on Project 2025, go to https://t.co/2b65aZzG0q.#StopProject2025 pic.twitter.com/wcX6hla8LZ— New Jersey AFL-CIO (@NJAFLCIO) September 27, 2024New York State AFL-CIO:ALBANY: APWU’s National Day of Action is next week! Don’t miss the Capital Region rally: https://t.co/6Cr1zSoDfo pic.twitter.com/7gfdogzIV8— NYS AFL-CIO // #UnionStrong (@NYSAFLCIO) September 27, 2024Ohio AFL-CIO:Meanwhile, actual voter fraud is happening in #Ohio but @FrankLaRose and @DaveYostOH have said nothing. Proves two things:1) We must continue to support local media outlets and;2) This has never been about voter fraud, just a false narrative to continue mass voter suppression https://t.co/EoF1wqAaTX— Ohio AFL-CIO (@ohioaflcio) October 1, 2024Oregon AFL-CIO:Join #OregonLabor for TWO canvasses on Saturday. In Portland we’re knocking doors for April Dobson and Dan Rayfield. In Bend we’re talking to voters about Anthony Broadman and Emerson Levy. Coffee, lunch and training provided. Sign up and get more info at https://t.co/B1B90w7Rqn pic.twitter.com/9Dk2hUY68Y— Oregon AFL-CIO (@OregonAFLCIO) September 30, 2024Pennsylvania AFL-CIO:As AG, @KamalaHarris cracked down on wage theft & delivered for working people. When it comes down to brass tacks, she’s repeatedly demonstrated she will fight WITH working people instead of AGAINST us. Just can’t say that about the other guy. #UnionsForHarris #Labor2024 https://t.co/waOH3wvN1I— PA AFL-CIO (@PaAFL_CIO) September 30, 2024Texas AFL-CIO:JOB ALERT: The Texas AFL-CIO is hiring a Communications Director!Apply here: https://t.co/VDi4sn5LNN— Texas AFL-CIO (@TexasAFLCIO) September 30, 2024Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO:Solidarity with @myWSNA VNA Home Health nurses fighting for safety protections. If you’re in Spokane, please sign their community petition to show support for the workers’ demands for safety supports when providing in-home care. ⬇️ https://t.co/w8u0VKKTYo— Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO (@WAAFLCIO) September 30, 2024Wisconsin State AFL-CIO:
Kenneth Quinnell
Tue, 10/01/2024 – 09:37