Election Information - Elections and Candidates The Machinists Non-Partisan Political League Candidates we support know that the MNPL stands for economic justice, security in the workplace and equality for every member. They do not take us for granted. The MNPL scrutinizes each candidate thoroughly. We ask tough questions such as their positions on trade, labor law reform, economic conversion, transportation policies, and enhancement of the U.S. manufacturing base. 
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Who's fighting to protect your job, pension, health insurance and social security? Who's wrestling with the current administration over CAFTA, Social Security and JOBS? Who's protecting your health and safety, your right to organize, your job security? Who's taking on the multi-national corporations' schemes to demean the American Dream, to weaken North America's might? Who's battling Corporate America's 34,000 high-priced lobbyists day in and day out? MNPL is. The Machinists Non-Partisan Political League is IAM's heavyweight champion when it comes to politics and legislation. But these fights are expensive. Sadly, money buys access in the halls of power. And politicians listen more closely when contributors come calling. So, MNPL needs your contribution to wage these fights. Click here to make an online contribution today. Download printable flyers. |
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Air Force Contract With European Company Sparks Backlash on Capitol Hill March 4, 2008 - An Air Force announcement about a multibillion-dollar tanker contract that will benefit a European aerospace company has ignited a “Buy American” backlash on Capitol Hill.
Air Force Contract Draws More Fire March 4, 2008 - Angry lawmakers promised Monday to delay or even overturn the Air Force’s award of a multibillion-dollar contract for new tanker aircraft to a U.S.-European consortium.
House Bill Doubles TAA Funding November 8, 2007 - The House last week passed the Trade and Globalization Assistance Act of 2007 by a vote of 264-157, reauthorizing and overhauling the current U.S. Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA) program.
Peru Trade Act Moves to Senate November 8, 2007 - The U.S. House of Representatives today voted 285 - 132 to approve the controversial Peru Free Trade Agreement, despite strong objections from labor and human rights activists who are concerned the pact does not include adequate enforcement provisions.
Machinists Support Bankruptcy Reform Legislation
September 25, 2007 - The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) today joined key lawmakers, the AFL-CIO and other unions at the U.S. Capitol to support the Protecting Employees and Retirees in Business Bankruptcies Act of 2007.
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