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In a guest editorial published in the Seattle Times, Aerospace GVP Mark Blondin pulls no punches describing the devastating impact on defense and commercial aerospace work if Congress fails to prevent sequestration cuts from taking effect in January 2013. “Sequestration means a trillion dollars in automatic cuts to defense and other budgets that kick in
Read moreThe recent claim by Hostess CEO Greg Rayburn that a strike by members of the Bakery, Confectionery, Tobacco and Grain Millers (BCTGM) is forcing the cake maker to close three of its bakeries is a classic example of a corporation turning on its employees in the midst of a bankruptcy restructuring. According to documents filed
Read moreIAM Local 639 members voted to accept an improved contract with Bombardier Learjet in Wichita, KS, with ended their strike that began on October 8, 2012. Members of IAM Local 639 in Wichita, KS, ratified an improved agreement with Bombardier Learjet that ended a strike at the Wichita facility that began on October 8. The
Read moreThe IAM has requested the National Mediation Board (NMB) release the IAM from mediated contract talks with the Long Island Railroad (LIRR). If granted, a release would trigger a 30-day “cooling off” period. If an agreement still cannot be reached during that time, either party may engage in self-help. The Long Island Railroad Labor Bargaining
Read moreLocal 1943 President and Directing Business Representative Neil Douglas lauds Ohio veterans and active duty service members during Veteran’s Day remarks in Middletown, OH. Local 1943 President and Directing Business Representative Neil Douglas commended the service and sacrifice of Ohio veterans and active duty service members in Veteran’s Day remarks delivered at the American Legion
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