News

Sort by
  • iMail , News November 3, 2015

    Clinton Stands With Boeing South Carolina Workers

    Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton appears at a rally at an International Longshoreman’s union hall in Charleston, SC. South Carolina Boeing workers are used to politicians butting in to say they shouldn’t have the right to organize for fair pay, benefits and working conditions. The IAM’s organizing campaign at the Charleston Boeing facility has become

    Read more
  • iMail , News November 3, 2015

    Pensions Cuts Remain in Cross Hairs for Retirees

    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 more
  • iMail , News November 3, 2015

    IP Buffenbarger Addresses Guide Dogs Commencement

    IAM 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 more
  • iMail , News November 3, 2015

    Ed Manhart Named Retiree and Community Services Director

    Effective 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 more
  • iMail , News November 3, 2015

    Enrollment Deadline Nears for Federal Employees Basic Program

    The 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 more