In 1888, under the cloak of darkness, Tom Talbot and 18 of his machinist peers gathered in a railroad pit near Atlanta and signed a document that would change the lives of millions. It was the moment the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers came to life.
Read moreWASHINGTON, Nov. 7, 2020 – Robert Martinez Jr., International President of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM), released the following statement regarding the election of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris as the next president and vice president of the United States: “The American people have spoken and democracy has prevailed. Our union
Read moreSisters and Brothers, As the vote count continues nationwide, one thing is clear—IAM members and voters from coast to coast turned out in record numbers. Despite the pandemic and deliberate barriers to silence our voices, more people voted in this election than any in the history of our country.
Read moreThe COVID-19 pandemic has affected the livelihoods and safety of all Americans, especially those working on the frontlines.
Read moreSisters and Brothers, Election Day is here. Polls will soon begin to close and we are about to start seeing results in this extremely important election. Of course, if you have not already voted—please go make your voice heard now.
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