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Battle for Wichita

Thu. October 22, 2009

IAM President Tom Buffenbarger highlighted the importance of the nation’s business aviation industry in an address to the 62nd Annual Convention of the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA).

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JOBS Now!

Thu. September 24, 2009

Over 31 million Americans need our help! Idled by this Grave Recession, the unemployed, involuntary part-time workers and discouraged job hunters have run out of options. They need JOBS Now!

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Save Albuquerque Jobs

Fri. September 04, 2009

For more than 30 years the G. E. Aviation jet engine facility has been an economic anchor for the Albuquerque community.  Now G.E. wants to close the doors on members of Local Lodge 794.  IAM Leaders, state and local officials are in talks to convince G.E. Aviation to abandon their plans to close.  Don't let G.E. shut the doors - Save Albuquerque Jobs!

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Organizing Campaigns

Fri. September 04, 2009

Each year thousands of North Americans sign up to join the IAM. It is the belief of the IAM every working person in North America be afforded the opportunity to join collectively and negotiate with their employer over wages, benefits, and other conditions of employment. Since 1888, the IAM has been an advocate for working people, today that tradition and responsibility continues.

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America's Edge

Fri. September 04, 2009

Say yes! I support sharpening America's Edge in the global economy. America's Edge relies on our skills and our kids' abilities to learn and adapt to the ever-changing demands of tomorrow's workplaces. And it is time public investment flowed in their direction.  Go to www.americasedge.tv and sign the petition.

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EFCA

Fri. September 04, 2009

One of the most important bills for working families in years - the Employee Free Choice Act would enable workers to bargain for better wages, benefits and working conditions by restoring their rights to form unions. For too long, workers have had to deal with employers who routinely fire, threaten and coerce employees in efforts to keep workers unorganized. 

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Economic Recovery

Fri. September 04, 2009

Millions of American's are out of work. Banks have received and profited from the government bailout, and the economy, in shambles, slips further away. In addition, some congressional members continue to seek higher tax cuts for big business while devaluating education, healthcare, and putting Americans back to work.