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Brothers and Sisters, Veterans Day allows our nations to pay homage to the men and women who have served through military service and dedicated themselves to protecting our democracy. WATCH: IAM Union Veterans This Veterans Day, our union is not just sending out a message of gratitude, but we are putting our words into action with
Read moreMachinists Union’s Veterans Services Coordinator Richard Evans runs the IAM’s Veteran’s Services Program, helping members who are U.S. military veterans understand and apply for benefits they’ve earned after serving. Since Evans’ appointment as Coordinator, starting April 1, 2022, the program has already Won back-pay for veterans totaling more than $300,000 Gotten 38 veterans’ claims confirmed
Read moreCommander Mark Phipbin of Chapter 26 of the nonprofit organization Disabled American Veterans (DAV) presented IAM Local 4 (District 4) with an award for “dedication and devotion to fellow veterans; serving those who served” to show appreciation for their new and growing partnership. DAV assists veterans in getting claims processed through the U.S. Department of
Read moreFrank Wilson is a U.S. Navy Veteran, 18-year shop steward, and trustee of IAM Local 1005 in District W24. He works for the City of Portland, OR as a vehicle and equipment mechanic and is very passionate about helping U.S. military veterans struggling with mental health Wilson is one of three local delegates on the
Read moreIAM District 70 in Wichita, KS, partnered again with the United Way of the Plains on Memorial Weekend for a Flags of Freedom celebration at the lodge’s union hall. The two-week display of 600 American flags is part of a collaboration to honor, celebrate and remember veterans on Memorial Day. As a tribute to our great men
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