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John Wilhelm, president of the Hotel Employees and Restaurant Employees Union, spoke to delegates at the IAM Convention in Toronto. The long-time labor leader has a unique perspective about union diversity and immigration, a philosophy shaped by Machinists.
Read moreWith the Presidential election right around the corner, its now more important than ever for labor to come together. For the Machinists and the Painters, that’s a good mix.
Read moreInternational President Tom Buffenbarger reminded the members what’s at stake in the upcoming Presidential election. The future make-up of the supreme court and the rights of workers nationwide.
Read moreNorman Mineta and Rodney Slater both served terms as U.S. Secretary of Transportation. Thursday, delegates at the IAM Convention in Toronto honored them both for tirelessly supporting the Machinists Union.
Read moreConvention delegates heard from the leader of the New Democratic Party of Canada and the President of the Canadian Labour Congress.
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