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IP Bryant at AFT Convention: Working People Belong in Public Office
IAM Union International President Brian Bryant called on more working people to seek elected office during remarks at the American Federation of Teachers (AFT) Convention, telling thousands of union members that working people must have a greater voice in the decisions that shape our lives. Bryant highlighted the IAM Union’s growing investment in political engagement
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What If We Tripled Union Membership? Economists and IAM Union Members Have Answers.
What would happen if union membership tripled in the United States? The IAM Union asked an economist and our members that question, and the answer is remarkably similar: higher wages, stronger communities and a more secure future for working families. A new report from the Economic Policy Institute (EPI) concludes that restoring union membership to
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IAM District 77 Connects with Thousands at Minnesota’s Street Machine Nationals
Young car enthusiasts had just as much reason to stop by the IAM District 77 booth as their parents during this year’s Street Machine Nationals at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds in St. Paul. While adults learned about the IAM’s work representing working families and picked up IAM-branded giveaways, children selected free Hot Wheels cars before
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IAM Texas State Council Charts Course for Organizing and Political Action
Nearly 100 participants, including delegates, guests, speakers, and IAM leaders from industries across the Lone Star State, gathered in Austin for the 2026 IAM Texas State Council Meeting to discuss the issues facing working families, strengthen the union’s legislative and organizing efforts, and hear from labor and political leaders committed to advancing workers’ rights. Texas
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IAM Union Raises Concerns Over Staffing Shortages Among IAM Airport Rescue Firefighters at Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport
Leer en español SAN JUAN, P.R., July 22, 2026 — The IAM Union (International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers) is raising serious concerns about ongoing staffing shortages affecting Airport Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) personnel at Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport, warning that prolonged vacancies are placing increasing demands on firefighters responsible for protecting one of
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IAM Union Thanks Deirdre Hamilton for Distinguished Service, Warns Against Political Interference in Labor Boards
WASHINGTON, July 22, 2026 — The IAM Union (International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers), which represents more than 100,000 workers across the airline and railroad industries, is thanking former National Mediation Board (NMB) Member Deirdre Hamilton for her service following her dismissal by the Trump Administration, a move made possible by a recent Supreme Court
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“We the Working People”: NAACP, Labor Unions Unite for Economic Justice and Voting Rights
Labor leaders, workers, community allies, NAACP leadership, and delegates from across the country gathered in Chicago for the NAACP “We the Working People” Labor Town Hall, part of the NAACP’s National Convention. The event was hosted by actress, producer and SAG-AFTRA member Ryan Michelle Bathé. NAACP Labor Chair Robin Williams and NAACP Board Chairman Leon
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IAM Union Salutes Members Across North America for World Cup Transit Success
As the FIFA World Cup ends, the IAM Union proudly thanks our members across the United States and Canada who helped keep millions of fans moving safely throughout the tournament. From rail stations to airports, IAM Union and Transportation Communications Union (TCU/IAM) members stepped up in host cities and across North America’s transportation network, with
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IAM District 6 H.E.L.P.S. Beautify Kossuth County Fairgrounds
The spirit of service was on full display as IAM District 6 members held their IAM H.E.L.P.S. in the Community event on June 27 at the Kossuth County Fairgrounds in Algona, Iowa. With the help of dedicated volunteers from IAM Local 1045, members spent the day giving back by improving the fairgrounds through a variety
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Our Union Needs Your Voice! Seeking a U.S. National Anthem Singer
The IAM Union is searching for a talented member to perform the U.S. national anthem at the 2026 IAM Women’s and Young Workers Conference, taking place Sept. 19-23, 2026 in Chicago. This is a unique opportunity to showcase your talent and help open one of the IAM’s most anticipated events, bringing together IAM Union members
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