The IAM, and especially Local 1363 members who work at Nick Mayer Lincoln Mercury in Westlake, OH, received far-reaching praise via the airwaves recently. Dealership owner Nick Mayer was interviewed on the America’s Work Force (AWF) radio program and championed the benefits of a running a union shop. “As an employer, I’m proud to say
Read moreThe 30th William W. Winpisinger Charity Banquet to benefit Guide Dogs of America (GDA) will be held Saturday, November 20, 2010, at the Paris Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, NV. The annual event is the premier fundraiser for GDA, a charitable organization whose mission is to provide guide dogs to visually-impaired individuals free of
Read moreThe National Mediation Board (NMB) made history on May 11 when it declared that airline and rail workers deserve the same voting rights as workers in every other U.S. industry. U.S. Senators will soon begin debate on a last-ditch resolution by Georgia Republican Sen. Johnny Isakson that would block the NMB rule change and restore the unfair
Read moreMembers of Local 86 cast ballots to ratify new contract with Triumph Composite Systems in Spokane, WA The pursuit of contractual job security is difficult in the best of times, but in the midst of the worst recession in decades, it would seem an impossible task. Undaunted, the 335 members of Local 86 who work at Triumph
Read moreUnion Steward – Hector Castaneda – points to IAM “Union Made” label In the exclusive world of popcorn popping machines, the name C. Cretors & Co. has held iconic status for more than a century. Their steel and glass machines are still made today in Chicago, IL, with the help of 40 members of Local
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