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More than 135 full-time and part-time production employees who build and repair rail cars and locomotives at Alstom Transportation in Plattsburgh, N.Y., voted to join the IAM. The workers acknowledged the importance of having a stronger voice in their workplace and decided to join a union. They learned that the IAM already represented their counterparts
Read moreOn Oct. 29th, 46 Soldier Support Institute (SSI) workers at Fort Jackson in SC overwhelmingly voted to join the IAM. The SSI workers had heard from the other 800 unionized workers at the Fort about the benefits of being union, and were encouraged to join the local. IAM Organizing Department Special Representative Jerry McCarty and
Read moreCasey Trees Workers in Washington, D.C. voted in August to unionize with the IAM in a 22-6 vote. Casey Trees was started in 2001 with the goal of restoring, enhancing, and protecting the tree canopy of our nation’s capital. In addition to beautifying the District, a robust tree canopy helps lower temperatures on streets and
Read moreRecap of the convention panel on combating union busters. Hear from organizers on unethical tactics they’ve faced, the emotional toll they have, and how to maintain morale during a campaign. Understand OLMS resources and inoculate committees before they encounter the union buster’s lies.
Read moreWorkers across North America are increasingly turning toward unionization, prompting the IAM to coordinate specialized training for leaders who initiate contact with potential members.
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