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Negotiating a contract for a new group of Machinists members is one of the most exciting moments for any IAM representative. On paper, you are able to actually see all the benefits that come from holding a Machinists Union card. There’s something to be said about those times. But, being able to give those
Read moreIAM Florida Sugar Workers recently sent Democratic members of the House of Representatives a letter urging them to “oppose the Virginia Foxx and Danny Davis anti-sugar farmer and sugar worker amendment.”
Read moreOn Thursday IAM International President Robert Martinez Jr. was joined on Capitol Hill by Democratic House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi during a news conference aimed at criticizing recent Republican-sponsored tax legislation that encourages outsourcing of American jobs. Mr. Martinez was joined by dozens on of Machinists on stage who are personally impacted by the GOP
Read moreOn Thursday Democratic House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi spoke out against recent Republican-sponsored tax legislation that encourages outsourcing of American jobs. Pelosi was joined by dozens of Machinists on stage who are personally impacted by the GOP law, a bill that gives tax breaks to corporations that move production overseas. IAM International President Robert Martinez
Read moreThe first day of a strike always garners a lot of attention; from the media, the community and even union members. But it’s the second day that separates the real heroes. Day two makes it clear who is willing to talk about change and who is willing to fight for it.
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