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The pensions of current retirees could be drastically cut if Congress does not pass the Keep Our Pension Promises Act. Historically, when an American worker set aside a part of his or her wages towards their pension, they had confidence that it would be there when they retired. Now Republicans in Congress have jeopardized the
Read moreIAM International President Tom Buffenbarger participated in GDA’s graduation ceremonies in Sylmar, CA. Guests for the graduation class at Guide Dogs of America in Sylmar, CA enjoyed seeing young puppies at play. Guide Dogs of America (GDA) in Sylmar, CA held graduation ceremonies for its most recent class and IAM International President Tom Buffenbarger took
Read moreEffective November 1, 2015, Ed Manhart becomes the IAM Retirees, Community and Membership Services Director. Long-time IAM member, representative and activist Edward Manhart will assume his latest challenge on November 1, 2015 as Director of the IAM’s Retirees, Community and Membership Services Department. Manhart most recently served as the Education Representative for the Midwest Territory
Read moreThe IAM Federal Employees Basic Program will take place in February 2016 at the Winpisinger Education and Technology Center in Hollywood, MD. The IAM is conducting the Federal Employees Basic Program February 7-12, 2016 at the William W. Winpisinger Education and Technology Center in Hollywood, MD. Applications should be returned by November 30, 2015. The
Read moreThanks in large part to a blitz of calls and messages sent by IAM members, House Republicans and Democrats came together this week to overwhelmingly pass a reauthorization of the Export-Import (Ex-Im) Bank. The bank still has legislative hurdles to cross, but it has a key supporter along the way: IAM-endorsed presidential candidate Hillary Clinton.
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