This video shows the great partnership between the Machinists and Guide Dogs of America, an incredible long-term commitment that has enabled so many people to live their lives to the fullest. Click here to see it. The video was produced as part of the AFL-CIO’s new website features, which include highlights on union innovation, union-community partnerships and
Read moreDelegates planning to attend the 2012 IAM Grand Lodge Convention in Toronto, ON will soon receive detailed instructions regarding travel dates, hotel reservations and other important information. A package of information will be mailed from IAM headquarters on June 8, 2012 to help delegates prepare for what is expected to be an historic and highly
Read moreThe May 2012 IAM Journal is now available on the new IAM App. The May edition includes: Workers at Lockheed Stand Up for Pensions Modernize Our Nation’s Ports and Waterways, Support the RAMP Act Secret Deals Rankle Union Members at US Airways UCubed Over 100,000 Strong Republican Budget Targets Railroad Retirement Benefits Member Profile –
Read moreFriday, May 11, 2012, is the deadline to enter the 2012 IAM Newsletter and Website Contest. The contest is open to ALL TCU/IAM Locals who regularly distribute official newsletters and/or maintain regularly updated websites. A panel of independent judges will consider newsletters published between April 2011 and April 2012 and websites operating online during the
Read moreThe National Association of Railroad Passengers released the main issues currently affecting railroad passengers. The issues include: President Obama signed into law a three-month extension of the surface transportation authorization, avoiding a lapse of the gasoline-tax that would cripple highway and transit infrastructure projects. The House voted 228-191 for a budget resolution. The Massachusetts Bay
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