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The Kentucky/Tennessee Joint State Council of Machinists recently met in Lexington, Ky., to strategize and equip members with the knowledge and tools to fight anti-union legislation, grow the joint council, and advocate for policies that benefit IAM members in Kentucky and Tennessee. Paul Kendall, IAM Assistant to the General Secretary-Treasurer (GST), provided an update on
Read moreIn Greek mythology, Calypso is said to be the daughter of Titan god Atlas. Atlas has been burdened for eternity to hold the heavens and the sky in place to protect all life on Earth. Some interesting creativity went into naming the first human occupied Boeing spacecraft, Calypso, because this first crewed flight test will
Read moreIAM International President Brian Bryant has appointed longtime organizer, negotiator and activist Shaun Junkins as an IAM Southern Territory Special Representative. The appointment is effective June 1, 2024. Junkins’ appointment is a testament to his extensive experience and expertise, particularly his notable contributions as a Business Representative for District 70. His leadership in numerous negotiations
Read moreIAM International President Brian Bryant has appointed IAM Local 1725 President and longtime union activist Helena Thornton as an IAM Southern Territory Special Representative. The appointment is effective June 1, 2024.
Read moreThe IAM is leading the charge on Capitol Hill to continue C-130J production at current levels. IAM Local 709 members at Lockheed Martin in Marietta, Ga., proudly build the aircraft. A growing list of members of Congress have added their signatures to a letter calling for reconsideration of the “zero budgeted” pause in orders for
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