A deceptive proposition that would increase the ability of business groups and billionaires to buy elections will be on the ballot this November in California. Proposition 32, deceptively known as the “Stop Special Interest Money Now Act,” aims to cripple the ability of unions to participate in politics, but have little or no impact on
Read moreThe AFL-CIO has launched a creative new digital application just in time to reclaim Labor Day as a day to recognize people for their hard work. Via the new online app, participants can send innovative thank you cards through Facebook and email to friends, teachers, bus drivers, firefighters, construction workers, baristas and others whose work
Read moreOn August 16, 96 individuals employed at Bradkens Engineered Products in Centralia, Washington voted to join the IAM. “We welcome them into the IAM,” said Bob Wilson, Directing Business Representative of District Lodge W24. “Special thanks go to Will Lukens, Frank Rouse, the Growth Coordinator of District Lodge W24, ADBR Chip Elliot, as well as
Read moreThe August 2012 IAM Journal is now available on the IAM App. In this month’s issue, the Journal features articles about the “Bee Mad @ the GOP” campaign, labor rallies in Philadelphia for a Second Bill of Rights and unjust voter suppression tactics target minorities and elderly. You can get the app on iPad, Android
Read moreThe results of the 2012 IAM Newsletter and Website Contest are in. The District and Local Lodge first place winners for each category are: In the Newsletter Category – Two districts tied for top honors for General Excellence: NFFE-IAM Federal District 1 in Washington, DC, for The Federal Employee and District Lodge 141 in Chicago
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