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Shortly after Christmas, U.S. Forest Service employee and NFFE Local 2086 member Brian Stearns received the call to deploy to Australia to assist overwhelmed firefighters who are fighting one of the worst wildland fires to ever hit the continent. Brian didn’t have to go. He wanted to go. A few days later, Brian forfeited
Read moreDon’t miss the opportunity to help choose who the IAM should endorse for the U.S. president. Register today and be a part of the decision. As you may have heard, there’s a new process that gives the IAM members the opportunity to vote online for a candidate of their choice. To do so, you must register
Read moreThe kitchen staff at the IAM’s crown jewel, the William W. Winpisinger Education and Technology Center, is once again being honored for their high-quality dining services to IAM members. The St. Mary’s County (MD) Health Department Gold Star Program recognizes food service facilities that achieve superior food safety standards. For the last three years, the prestigious
Read moreEarl C. Robinson, a former Assistant Director of the Machinists Non-Partisan Political League (MNPL), passed away on January 9, 2020. Robinson, the first African American to serve in that role for the IAM’s political arm, was a 57-year life member of the IAM. “Earl Robinson lived a life of service to countless IAM members, their
Read moreIn its ongoing effort to provide independence to more people across North America, Guide Dogs of America (GDA) announced its merger with Tender Loving Canines Assistance Dogs (TLCAD). TLCAD provides service dogs to help wounded veterans, individuals with autism and to facilities whose populations can benefit from their presence. Since its founding by an IAM
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