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Worker Wins: ‘We Now Have a Voice, Community and Collective Power’ Our latest roundup of worker wins includes numerous examples of working people organizing, bargaining and mobilizing for a better life. Indianapolis Baristas Win Union and Powerful Contract: Nearly eight months after Quills Coffee baristas in Louisville, Kentucky, unanimously ratified their first contract, their counterparts at the chain’s location in Indianapolis have followed suit, joining Service Employees International Union (SEIU) 32BJ and securing exciting new workplace benefits. Quills’ workers in the Louisville area first joined SEIU during the summer of 2024, securing voluntary recognition from the company’s CEO who stated he was “grateful for the baristas and their positive approach to organizing.” Now that Indiana-based staff also have formed a union, they have access to a powerful contract that guarantees an $11.50 minimum hourly wage ($13.50 per hour for lead baristas), four weeks of paid family leave, fair scheduling, neutrality for any future union organizing at other Quills locations and more. “My coworkers are the most important reason I wanted to unionize,” said lead barista Fern Thompson. “As much as we enjoy making coffee, it’s about the connection and bond we have with each other, and I believe that all of my coworkers deserve a union. We’re proud and excited to set an example for other baristas in the city.”IRC Workers Ratify First Contract Covering Hundreds of Staff Nationwide: Office and Professional Employees (OPEIU) members at 13 International Rescue Committee (IRC) offices around the country ratified their first collective bargaining agreement this week. This is a powerful win for the nearly 700 member-strong IRC Workers Unite (IRCWU) bargaining unit who have dedicated their careers to helping vulnerable people across the globe access health care, education and economic opportunities. "Winning our contract was an incredibly emotional experience,” said Jodi Camino, a school success caseworker in Atlanta. “Experiencing that win in community really reminded me that in addition to the contract articles that will make a really concrete difference in my financial security, working conditions and quality of life, our biggest win is we now have a voice, community and collective power.” “Through these contract wins, IRC workers are now on the path to earning what they deserve for their invaluable service to refugees, those living through war and all who believe in universal human dignity. This win is a testament to the organizing prowess and bargaining chops of the OPEIU members at IRC, and the wide-ranging gains unions can secure for nonprofit workers,” said Tyler Turner, OPEIU president.USW Secures New Agreement with Libbey Glass, Ending Strike: United Steelworkers (USW) Locals 59M and 700T members have ratified their new collective bargaining agreements with Libbey Glass in Toledo, Ohio. This victory officially ends the monthslong unfair labor practice strike against the company. Members of USW Locals 59M, 700T and 65T, along with IAM Union Local 1297, first walked off the job in August 2025 when management continued to demand concessions even after the bargaining units made major sacrifices in previous contracts to save Libbey Glass from bankruptcy. Workers stood strong and walked the picket line throughout a difficult winter, securing powerful wage increases and successfully fighting back against concession demands. “We took care of each other. We had donations from other locals. We had support from the international union. All of that got us through,” said Dave Nelson, president of Local 59M. “Our motto from day one was ‘one day longer, one day stronger.’” “We stuck together,” Local 700T President Joyce Marland said. “The members showed that they believe in each other.”Education Week Union Ratifies First Contract: Staff at Education Week—who are represented by the Washington-Baltimore News Guild (WBNG), The NewsGuild-CWA Local 32035—have overwhelmingly voted to ratify their first union contract. Newsroom workers at the nonprofit media organization first went public with their organizing effort in August 2024. Under the name Education Week Union, the wall-to-wall bargaining unit secured several critical wins in this agreement, including a brand-new minimum salary, yearly wage increases, more paid time off and more. “This agreement is the result of our members’ voices being heard and respected,” said Kelli Jaszcar, EdWeek’s front office administrator who now serves as unit secretary. “Through solidarity, transparency, and persistence, our members secured an agreement that honors our labor and proudly lays the groundwork for our future at EdWeek.”UAW Reaches Tentative Agreement with Volkswagen in Chattanooga: UAW members who work at a Volkswagen plant in Chattanooga, Tennessee, have officially reached a tentative agreement (TA) on their first union contract. These members first made history in 2024 when they became the first Southern autoworkers outside the Big Three to join the UAW. And now, after a credible strike threat, they’ve proven what’s possible when workers band together. Highlights of the TA include 20% across-the-board wage increases, grievance rights, improved health care, better job security protections and more. “For years, Chattanooga workers were told to settle for less while Volkswagen made record profits. So, the workers stood together and won their union—and now they’ve secured a life-changing first agreement,” said UAW President Shawn Fain. “This deal proves what happens when autoworkers stand up and demand their fair share. People said Southern autoworkers could never form a union or win a union contract. Volkswagen workers in Chattanooga said, ‘Watch this.’” “This contract is proof that if you stand up and stick together, you can win a better life,” said Kelcey Smith, a worker in the paint department. “No matter where you live, or where you work, autoworkers deserve a union contract, whether at the Big Three or Volkswagen, from Detroit to Chattanooga. Volkswagen workers are showing the whole country what’s possible.” Kenneth Quinnell Thu, 02/12/2026 - 11:30 Tags: OrganizingContinue reading→

Black History Month Profiles: Da’Laine Simpson For Black History Month, we're taking a look at a group of leaders who are currently actively making Black history across the labor movement. Check back daily for a new profile and meet some of the people working to improve not only their community, but also to improve conditions for working people across the country. Today's profile is Da’Laine Simpson of AFGE. Da’Laine Simpson embodies leadership and community spirit as president of AFGE Local 2004, president of AFGE Council 169 and vice president of the Harrisburg Region Central Labor Council. As the founder and CEO of Bro2Go Inc., a nonprofit in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, he is dedicated to uplifting ex-offenders and at-risk youth. Committed to service and advocacy, Simpson stands up for those who cannot, believing that the time for action is now. Kenneth Quinnell Thu, 02/12/2026 - 10:22 Tags: Black History MonthContinue reading→

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: IRC Workers Ratify First Contract Covering Hundreds of Staff Nationwide 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. Office and Professional Employees (OPEIU) members at 13 International Rescue Committee (IRC) offices around the country ratified their first collective bargaining agreement this week.This is a powerful win for the nearly 700 member-strong IRC Workers Unite (IRCWU) bargaining unit who have dedicated their careers to helping vulnerable people across the globe access health care, education and economic opportunities."Winning our contract was an incredibly emotional experience,” said Jodi Camino, a school success caseworker in Atlanta. “Experiencing that win in community really reminded me that in addition to the contract articles that will make a really concrete difference in my financial security, working conditions and quality of life, our biggest win is we now have a voice, community and collective power.”“Through these contract wins, IRC workers are now on the path to earning what they deserve for their invaluable service to refugees, those living through war and all who believe in universal human dignity. This win is a testament to the organizing prowess and bargaining chops of the OPEIU members at IRC, and the wide-ranging gains unions can secure for nonprofit workers,” said Tyler Turner, OPEIU president. Kenneth Quinnell Thu, 02/12/2026 - 10:15Continue reading→

Our Voice, Our Power: What Working People Are Doing This Week Welcome to our regular feature, a look at what the various AFL-CIO unions and other working family organizations are doing across the country and beyond. The labor movement is big and active—here's a look at the broad range of activities we're engaged in this week. Actors' Equity:Immigration resources are available in the member portal. Equity members can now access a comprehensive guide on immigration rights, including a printable rights card and bystander intervention tips. Log in for more - https://members.actorsequity.org/resources/know-your-immigration-rights [image or embed]— Actors' Equity Association (@actorsequity.bsky.social) February 10, 2026 at 5:25 PMAFGE:Same scheme, different name, still illegal.Schedule Policy/Career (aka Schedule F) will fill our government with flunkies and loyalists, and fire career civil servants.We have successfully challenged the admin’s efforts to undermine the civil service & will continue to do so. https://t.co/IZLrT4Fomt— AFGE (@AFGENational) February 5, 2026AFSCME:HAPPENING NOW: AFSCME Retiree joins pro-worker members of Congress to urge an investigation into DOGE’s misuse of Social Security data. pic.twitter.com/kOOHLygXt7— AFSCME (@AFSCME) February 11, 2026Alliance for Retired Americans:📣 A note to Dr. Oz, Scott Bessent, Howard Lutnick, and any other Administration official who talks about messing with our retirement: We're listening. We take you seriously. And we're going to keep fighting to make sure you don't win.— Alliance for Retired Americans (@ActiveRetirees) February 11, 2026Amalgamated Transit Union:Local 256-Sacramento, CA. stages action to send message to San Joaquin Regional Transit District Board over concerns on worker discipline and support for current CEO. #OurVoiceOurPower #1u #canlab https://t.co/dHwlF0B6tA— ATU, Transit Union (@ATUComm) February 10, 2026American Federation of Teachers:Social Security is fundamental to our social contract as a nation - and today, we're demanding accountability from the Trump administration for mismanaging millions of Americans' personal data! Thank you to our Secretary-Treasurer Fed Ingram for representing AFT at today's press conference.[image or embed]— AFT (@aft.org) February 11, 2026 at 11:11 AMAmerican Postal Workers Union:Talk is Cheap: Safety Matters. 🚨 Join APWU President Jonathan Smith LIVE TONIGHT at 7PM ET/4PM PT as he and special guests address workplace safety and management's responsibility to ensure safety resources are accessible to everyone. Tune in at https://t.co/Muq4VvkCST pic.twitter.com/CmaUnO43ow— The American Postal Workers Union - APWU (@APWUnational) February 10, 2026Bakery, Confectionery, Tobacco Workers and Grain Millers:The 42nd Constitutional Convention of the BCTGM International Union will be held July 28-30, 2026 at the Diplomat Beach Resort in Hollywood, Fla.Find full Delegate Eligibility Requirements here 👉 https://t.co/QA8DlDchf9 pic.twitter.com/VkmdLE9FHE— BCTGM International (@BCTGM) February 1, 2026Boilermakers:As we continue to celebrate #BlackHistoryMonth, today we feature L-92 #Boilermaker Jamesee Yoakum. pic.twitter.com/RSQlPc1RAg— Boilermakers Union (@boilermakernews) February 9, 2026Bricklayers:Uplifting is what we do! Big thanks to the skilled craftworkers of ADC 1 of IL for kicking off wall panel installation last week at our new Elgin site.#WorksiteWednesday #SkilledTrades #unionstrong #BuildingTomorrowTogether pic.twitter.com/xCiQXtVKn4— Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers Union (@IUBAC) February 11, 2026Communications Workers of America:Kicking off our D4 Human Rights Committee series with @CWAUnion 4100 President Sommerville reflecting on the legacy of Carter G. Woodson, the founder of #BlackHistoryMonth. Voices, history, and the fight for dignity, justice, solidarity, & worker power all month long. #CWAStrong pic.twitter.com/iIJ43jcwGp— CWA District 4 (@D4CWA) February 9, 2026Department for Professional Employees:DPE enjoyed the chance to meet with SPEEA members in town for @ifpte.bsky.social’s legislative conference, and to update them on issues facing union professionals. We were joined by Howard University professor Ron Hira.[image or embed]— Department for Professional Employees, AFL-CIO (@dpeaflcio.bsky.social) February 10, 2026 at 5:26 PMElectrical Workers:For @IBEW24 member - and MD state senator - @corymccray, an IBEW apprenticeship wasn't just a good career move. It changed his life. Now he's got a new book detailing his own story and how apprenticeships can change young lives across the nation. https://t.co/DiM1SC2ErN pic.twitter.com/LKukzQTT7y— IBEW (@IBEW) February 10, 2026Fire Fighters:🔥 At #StriveforExcellence, #IAFF members can earn Confined Space Rescue certification in just 5 days – blending classroom instruction with hands-on, real-world scenarios. pic.twitter.com/RuS49ORGBl— International Association of Fire Fighters (@IAFFofficial) February 11, 2026International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers:Yesterday @RepDonBeyer and @RepBrianFitz reintroduced the Airborne Act: a bill that would incentivize building owners to conduct indoor air quality assessments & upgrade their ventilation + air filtration systems. This is a great bill for SMART members! https://t.co/ji7euuaNPI— SMART Union (@smartunionworks) February 11, 2026International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers:Special thanks to @ChrisVanHollen for addressing the IFPTE Legislative Week participants pic.twitter.com/ylUZ955xIg— IFPTE (@IFPTE) February 9, 2026International Union of Police Associations:Washington Council of Police and Sheriffs Law Enforcement Associates, I.U.P.A. Local #27 Member Deputy Julie Baker and Mount Baker High School teacher Justin Thibault partnered to save a life! https://t.co/TNSGzXjGmr pic.twitter.com/AcpE5VeA7R— International Union Of Police Associations (@IUPA34233) February 10, 2026Laborers:Whether you're ensuring a safe work zone or pouring concrete, we all help get the job done. #LIUNABuilds North America with teamwork and #Solidarity. #FeelThePower #Laborers #1U #LIUNA pic.twitter.com/sNcrAUXBir— LIUNA (@LIUNA) February 11, 2026Machinists:IAM Midwest Territory Spec. Rep. Ronnie Gonzalez appeared on @wttw to discuss @DriversIllinois's effort with IAM Union and @SEIULocal1 to win rideshare drivers in Illinois the right to organize in a union as self-driving cars enter the industry. ⚙️💪🚘 https://t.co/YgWUELnSYY— IAM Union (@IAM_Union) February 10, 2026Major League Baseball Players Association:As we celebrate Black History Month and 60 years of MLBPA solidarity, we recognize the many trailblazers who helped build the union's foundation and advance the cause of Players through the years. Today, we feature Lou Brock -- a 19 year big leaguer, Hall of Famer, 6x All-Star,… pic.twitter.com/EB8G9w33Cg— MLBPA (@MLBPA) February 11, 2026Major League Soccer Players Association:As we celebrate #blackhistorymonth we reflect on the impact black players have had on both our league and the MLSPA. pic.twitter.com/MWaQb6GfM9— MLSPA (@MLSPA) February 11, 2026Maritime Trades Department:MTD Applauds Food for Peace Developmenthttps://t.co/KponOiITBD— Maritime Trades Department, AFL-CIO (@Maritime_Trades) February 10, 2026National Air Traffic Controllers Association:NATCA’s National Executive Board (NEB) is meeting this Tuesday and Wednesday in Lexington, Ky. Find minutes from the NEB’s recent meetings on our website: https://t.co/pVg7ArtPmQ. pic.twitter.com/5V7Q9J6XvZ— NATCA (@NATCA) February 10, 2026National Association of Letter Carriers:Alamo Branch 421 carrier and Army veteran Ernest Fuentes Jr. was delivering mail in San Antonio, TX, when he saw a truck lose control on a curve in the road and flip over. The four-year letter carrier immediately ran toward the crash, called 911 and helped the driver climb out of… pic.twitter.com/7bCzx8fQM5— Letter Carriers (@NALC_National) February 9, 2026National Day Laborer Organizing Network:Please join our petition by asking the Dodgers not to attend the traditional ceremony at the White House. Ask the team to honor the unity, integrity and diversity they themselves represent.https://t.co/E1zKKvXokH https://t.co/hNlGf14n8h— NDLON (@NDLON) February 5, 2026National Domestic Workers Alliance:Send a message to your member of Congress: fund care, not ICE violence: https://t.co/vnXuwDHz0e pic.twitter.com/LYDWrSEgKg— Domestic Workers (@domesticworkers) February 11, 2026National Hockey League Players’ Association:Today, Martin Fehervary is making his Olympic debut at #MilanoCortina2026 as a first-time dad 🥹 pic.twitter.com/YjY8fjnNpm— NHLPA (@NHLPA) February 11, 2026National Nurses United:Nurses at nine Appalachian Regional Healthcare facilities across Kentucky and West Virginia ratified a three-year contract!Highlights of the contract include:❤️‍🩹 Wellness days,👩‍⚕️ Measures to retain and recruit experienced nurses, and🚫 NO takeaways!https://t.co/tEuxNv956y— National Nurses United (@NationalNurses) February 11, 2026NFL Players Association:Because showing up matters 🫶Our 4th annual NFLPA Community MVP Day brought players and students together for a day full of games, connection, and giving back at Emerson Elementary in Oakland.Thanks to School Specialty, The Conscious Kid, and Vituity Cares, the NFLPA’s $5,000… pic.twitter.com/wXYPjBSMag— NFLPA (@NFLPA) February 7, 2026North America's Building Trades Unions:Stopping work on this nationally critical $16 billion mega project endangers the economic stability of the Northeast Corridor, and the livelihoods of thousands of skilled building trades members and their families.Let our members finish the job.https://t.co/EuRpATEEf5— The Building Trades (@NABTU) February 9, 2026Painters and Allied Trades:Local 740, District Council 5 second-year apprentice Grant Anderson joined our union after working non-union, and he knows that the difference between union and non-union construction can be life or death.The IUPAT is committed to making sure all of our members get home to… pic.twitter.com/HrR9uAIXCt— IUPAT (@GoIUPAT) February 11, 2026Professional Hockey Players’ Association:Thirteen PHPA members representing five countries will take part in the #Milano2026 Olympic Winter Games.Story by @TonyAndrock: https://t.co/t9sUh5xa85 pic.twitter.com/NWdqzddZq1— PHPA (@thephpa) February 6, 2026Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union:Today we recognize women workers, including women of color, whose labor and expertise power our industries every day. Equity on the job means fair pay, safe workplaces, and opportunity for all. #WomenAtWork #UnionStrong #Solidarity pic.twitter.com/AunyLhIwYd— RWDSU (@RWDSU) February 11, 2026Roofers and Waterproofers:As this worker will tell you, it's not worth sacrificing safety to get the job done: https://t.co/ZytaDogUdz #roofersafety365— Roofers Union (@roofersunion) February 4, 2026SAG-AFTRA:From Puerto Rico to the biggest stage in sports and music. 🏈🎶 Bad Bunny embodies the power of creativity and cultural diversity. We are proud to support our recording artist and dancer #SagAftraMembers who inspire audiences everywhere.— SAG-AFTRA (@sagaftra) February 9, 2026Service Employees International Union:A century of Black history reminds us that today’s fights for fair wages, worker protections, and equity were won through generations of organizing and resistance. Now, as those gains are threatened, we carry that collective power forward. #BlackHistoryMonth pic.twitter.com/9UuaXN86gz— SEIU (@SEIU) February 11, 2026The NewsGuild-CWA:We're highlighting reporting from @inthesetimesmag on the recent abduction of worker organizer and NewsGuild-CWA member, Eustaquio Orozco Verdusco.We ask that you please sign the petition demanding his release:https://t.co/DUyxx8iKnP pic.twitter.com/NloIWuOgr2— The NewsGuild-CWA (@newsguild) February 10, 2026Theatrical Stage Employees:STRIKE ALERT: IATSE is currently ON STRIKE against the low-budget feature Saturday Afternoon Kung Fu Theater, which is shooting in Chatsworth, CA. pic.twitter.com/K8iw06umYT— IATSE // #IASolidarity (@IATSE) February 10, 2026Transportation Trades Department:Say hello to the brand new @Amtrak Airo train! Rail labor joined Amtrak President Roger Harris & team to tour the brand new fleet…now with cup holders 🥤 pic.twitter.com/hi0aaa0b5R— TTD | America's Transportation Unions (@TTDAFLCIO) February 11, 2026UAW:"We all feel that there is something broken in the covenant with the American people. It’s as if the whole country has a low-grade fever. And we all feel it regardless of our politics. We may not agree on how to fix it, but we all feel it.And the question is how we can find… pic.twitter.com/s3yLt3DDLc— UAW (@UAW) February 11, 2026Union Veterans Council:Let's see what @DeptVetAffairs #Collibs has to say about OUR VA. #vanotforsale pic.twitter.com/x3dfCAh1F3— Union Veterans Council🪖✊ (@unionveterans) February 11, 2026UNITE HERE:❤️💛💚 BLACK HISTORY MONTH LEADER SPOTLIGHTS ✨Meet Latonia Marshall, Room Attendant at Blackstone Hotel & Secretary of the Local 1 Executive Board🗣️ “...Black women have always organized, protected families & built movements. I carry that legacy with pride..." pic.twitter.com/vYmEKtqzcp— UNITE HERE (@unitehere) February 11, 2026United Food and Commercial Workers:More than 80 workers at 8 Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams locations in Ohio have joined Local 1059!These workers are ready to lead the charge and bargaining a contract that cements Jeni’s as a great place to work in the city where the company was founded.https://t.co/r8re7Ado3C pic.twitter.com/qFjQypAvki— UFCW (@UFCW) February 10, 2026United Steelworkers:Today, we continue our Black History Month celebration by honoring Rosina Corrothers Tucker. She organized the women behind the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters and pushed labor and civil rights forward—from the shop floor to Congress. pic.twitter.com/iQJoO9W5lj— United Steelworkers Union (@steelworkers) February 11, 2026Writers Guild of America East:Today, WGAE members at CBS News 24/7 begin negotiations for their third union contract with CBS/Paramount management. Workers delivered a solidarity pledge to management today signed by 100% of the unit, showing workers stand united in demanding a fair contract![image or embed]— Writers Guild of America East (@wgaeast.bsky.social) February 10, 2026 at 3:00 PM Kenneth Quinnell Wed, 02/11/2026 - 12:33Continue reading→

Take Action: Are You Better Off Than One Year Ago? In his pre–Super Bowl interview, President Trump was asked when prices are going to come down for struggling families.His response? “They’ve already come down.”Are you kidding? What country is President Trump living in?!  Most Americans say they’re still struggling just to make ends meet. President Trump promised to “make America affordable again,” but instead this administration and its allies in Congress spent the past year driving up costs, holding down wages and letting jobs disappear. President Trump may think he’s already fixed the cost of living, but every member of Congress needs to hear just how badly working families are being squeezed. Tell Congress it needs to do its job and address this affordability crisis now. Let’s take a look at what President Trump and his allies were busy doing instead of addressing the outrageous cost of living:Dismantling government agencies and pushing out workers who provide essential services that working families depend on.Ripping health care from millions and making it more unaffordable for everyone.Committing the single biggest act of union-busting in history, launching a brutal assault on immigrant workers and communities across the country, and attacking our most fundamental rights, including the freedom of speech.Jeopardizing infrastructure and clean energy projects that support thousands of good union jobs and would help keep energy bills from skyrocketing.Making billionaires richer and corporations more powerful and unleashing untested artificial intelligence (AI) technology without guardrails—threatening jobs, safety, and workers’ and civil rights.And that’s just a partial list. One year into President Trump’s second term, working people’s lives are more expensive and less free. It’s clear this administration only cares about putting even more money in the pockets of billionaire CEOs and Big Tech companies while the rest of us struggle to get by. Trump broke his promise to make life more affordable for working families. And it couldn’t be more apparent: He and his allies aren’t going to prioritize helping working people.This is why Congress must do something to help the millions of Americans struggling to make ends meet as a result of those actions. And we will hold them accountable. As the 2026 campaign kicks into gear, working people will remember each and every broken promise—and they will work to elect leaders who will help us build an economy for workers, not billionaire bosses. Kenneth Quinnell Wed, 02/11/2026 - 12:09Continue reading→

Black History Month Profiles: Kurleigh Tudor For Black History Month, we're taking a look at a group of leaders who are currently actively making Black history across the labor movement. Check back daily for a new profile and meet some of the people working to improve not only their community, but also to improve conditions for working people across the country. Today's profile is Kurleigh Tudor of the Professional Aviation Safety Specialists (PASS). Kurleigh Tudor is a National Airspace System area specialist in New York. “The importance of being a union member to me is being able to advocate for policies and legislation that benefit the members I’m representing while giving us a voice on important matters. Also, the union provides for professional development and networking opportunities that benefits our career.” Kenneth Quinnell Wed, 02/11/2026 - 10:05 Tags: Black History MonthContinue reading→

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: USW Approves New Agreement with Libbey Glass; Secures Powerful Wage Increases 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. United Steelworkers (USW) Locals 59M and 700T members have ratified their new collective bargaining agreements with Libbey Glass in Toledo, Ohio. This victory officially ends the monthslong unfair labor practice strike against the company.Members of USW Locals 59M, 700T and 65T, along with IAM Union Local 1297, first walked off the job in August 2025 when management continued to demand concessions even after the bargaining units made major sacrifices in previous contracts to save Libbey Glass from bankruptcy. Workers stood strong and walked the picket line throughout a difficult winter, securing powerful wage increases and successfully fighting back against concession demands.“We took care of each other. We had donations from other locals. We had support from the international union. All of that got us through,” said Dave Nelson, president of Local 59M. “Our motto from day one was ‘one day longer, one day stronger.’”“We stuck together,” Local 700T President Joyce Marland said. “The members showed that they believe in each other.” Kenneth Quinnell Wed, 02/11/2026 - 09:59Continue reading→