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  • TCU January 15, 2009

    Now?s the Time to Shine

    All TCU Members Invited to Enter IAM’s 2009 Photo Contest The IAM’s annual photo contest is now under way, and the Machinists are hoping that lots of TCU members will enter their photos taken on the job. Entries should catch TCU or IAM members at work in a previously un-posted photo.  Winners will receive a

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  • TCU November 14, 2008

    Amtrak Now Sells USA Rail Pass to US Residents

    Amtrak’s USA Rail Pass is now available for purchase in the U.S.  Until recently, the pass could only be bought by travelers who lived outside the country.  The passes are available for 15, 30 and 45 days of travel.  The USA Rail Pass is not valid for travel on Amtrak’s AutoTrain or the Acela Express. 

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  • TCU November 14, 2008

    Union-Made in the USA for 2008–

    The holidays aren’t far off and shopping has already begun for many of us.  This year the perfect gift for the TCU member (and family) is easy to find and easy to buy.  Just click here to see TCU’s great selection!   For more easy to find Union-Made in the USA gift items, check what the AFL-CIO

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  • TCU November 7, 2008

    Yes, We Did–Barack Obama Elected President

    Union voters played a key role in the historic victory November 4 of President-elect Barack Obama and Vice President-elect Joe Biden.   “TCU members joined millions of others who last night voted for change,” observes International President Bob Scardelletti. “To paraphrase Barack Obama, our votes won for democracy, liberty, opportunity and hope.  After eight years of

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  • TCU October 10, 2008

    Comprehensive Rail Safety and Amtrak Funding Authorization Legislation Wins Senate Approval, Bill Now Awaits Presidential Signature

    By a vote of 74-24, the Senate on Wednesday, October 1, passed the Rail Safety Improvement Act of 2008 and its companion bill, the Passenger Rail Investment and Improvement Act of 2008.  The legislation tightens rail safety protection and authorizes $13.1 billion for Amtrak over five years. Sen. Barack Obama voted yes.  Sen. John McCain

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