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Since exposure testing began at Pantex, 1,356 people have tested positive. The number is likely to increase. Most American workers go about their jobs, put in enough years to retire and expect to be healthy enough to enjoy their golden years. For many nuclear defense plant workers, it’s a roll of the dice. The Pantex
Read moreClementine “Tina” Jenkins, second from left, is sworn in to her new role as president of IAM Local 2003. Jenkins is the first woman ever elected to the top job at the local, which represents more than 4,500 aircraft maintenance workers in Fort Rucker, AL. Members of IAM Local 2003 made history by electing Clementine
Read moreIAM Flight Attendants stand on the steps of the Capitol after lobbying Congress for a 10-hour rest period. IAM Flight Attendants from across the country came to Capitol Hill urging Congress to pass a bill securing them 10 hours rest after a full “duty day,” which can last as long as 16 hours. Their lobbying
Read moreThe IAM will celebrate the legacy of retired IAM International President Tom Buffenbarger with a banquet dinner on Friday, March 18, 2016 at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center in National Harbor, MD. Tickets are $250 each or $2,500 per table. Click here for a reservation form and hotel information. Buffenbarger recently sent the
Read moreThe IAM Automotive Department added another 22 members to their ranks when warehouse workers in Laredo, TX voted nearly 4 to 1 for IAM representation. This marks another victory for Automotive, which is among the fastest growing departments in the IAM. The workforce, consisting of forklift operators, warehouse data enterers and reviewers voted to join
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