The Texas State Council of Machinists recently held a meeting in Austin bringing together delegates from all corners of the state creating a platform for in-depth discussions on a plethora of issues critical to the labor community. Throughout the event, the council focused on legislative and political matters, benefiting from the insights of various speakers
Read moreBrian Bryant, International President of the 600,000-member International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM), released the following statement on the IAM’s continued support of the Biden-Harris Administration: “As the 2024 election nears, it’s crucial to reflect on the impacts of the Trump and Biden administrations on labor and working families. “Trump broke promise after promise
Read moreOn Saturday, IAM members braved the heat and joined the Mass Poor People’s Low Wage Workers’ Assembly and Moral March on Washington, D.C. to address issues of poverty, inequality, and workers’ rights. Organized by the Poor People’s Campaign, this march brought together low-wage workers, labor activists and faith leaders from across the nation to advocate
Read moreIn a spirited celebration of liberation, resilience, and Black joy, members of IAM, led by IAM Human Rights Director Nicole Fears, took part in the vibrant Juneteenth celebrations hosted by the community organization ONE DC.
Read moreCHARLOTTE AMALIE, U.S. Virgin Islands, July 3, 2024 – Members of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) Local 2725 have overwhelmingly voted in favor of authorizing a strike at V.I. Waste Management Authority. This decision is a direct response to stalled negotiations and unsatisfactory contract proposals that have persisted since the last
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