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In a possible bellwether race for the 2012 election, reaction to the Republican plan to dismantle Medicare and other radical proposals cost the GOP a usually safe seat in a special election in upstate New York to replace Congressman Chris Lee. Democratic candidate Kathy Hochul defeated Republican Jane Corwin for a seat the Republicans have
Read moreThis Memorial Day, when we pause to honor those who served and sacrificed, it is fitting to acknowledge the important difference that Social Security benefits make to veterans and families of veterans killed in the line of duty. Military men and women contribute to Social Security just like other working Americans, from their first paycheck
Read moreRosalie Canton Two IAM members, Local 2339H member Rosalie Canton of Houston, TX and Local 754 member Andrew Sandberg of Jamaica, New York participated in a “Champion of Change” roundtable at the White House. Each week, people who have special expertise in selected areas gather at the White House to give their ideas to better
Read moreThe IAM recently formed The Young Machinists as a working group to ensure young members’ concerns are addressed and they understand the benefits of working in a unionized workplace. Younger members often do not understand the value of their dues dollars and union membership. It is the mission of The Young Machinists to educate
Read moreFlight Attendants from Continental and United discuss Reserve Flight Attendant issues at the IAM’s second Reserve Summit held at the IAM’s Education Center and IAM Headquarters in Maryland. More than 20 Flight Attendants from Continental and United came together this week for the IAM’s second Reserve Summit, held at the IAM’s Education and Technology Center
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