Labor issues you care about in streaming video.

Machinists Take to the Hill
MAY 23, 2006 - A group of IAM members from Minneapolis sent a clear and strong message..."we need to fix the system..." to Congressman Martin Sabo's office during the Legislative Conference. They, like hundreds of others, took to the hill lobbying both friends and foes of the labor movement.

Celebrating Past and Present Boy Scouts
MAY 23, 2006 - For 19 years, the Boy Scouts have honored those in the field of government and labor and management who represent the ideals of the Boy Scout oath. The IAM's involvement is spearheaded by it's International President and Eagle Scout, Tom Buffenbarger.

Legislative Conference 2006: Friends of the IAM
MAY 23, 2006 - Throughout the years, the IAM has forged relationships with many capitol hill lawmakers. The men and women who back the labor movement in good times and bad. Some of those politicians made sure to stop by this year's Legislative Conference to offer thier support.

Legislative Conference 2006: Had Enough?
MAY 23, 2006 - Had enough? That was the question placed to the hundreds of IAM members who met in Washington DC for the 2006 Legislative Conference. And the answer from all...a resounding YES!

April Job Growth Below Expectations
MAY 16, 2006 - The U.S. economy created only 138,000 jobs in April – well below expectations.

Rallying Against New Piper
MAY 12, 2006 - While shareholders of American Capital Strageties, the company of that owns New Piper Aircraft, met for its annual meeting at the Hyatt, IAM members took to the streets.

A Global Look At Aviation
MAY 12, 2006 - Globilization continues to bring the world together, especially in the transportation industry where being global is the crux of the business. But having an international reach comes with some drawbacks for workers, making the labor movement a global issue.

An Addition to the Mall: The Vietnam Veterans Memorial Center
MAY 12, 2006 - In 2003 legislation was signed authorizing construction of a Vietnam Memorial Education Center. A place to teach younger generations about the signifigance of the Vietnam War. The IAM has offered it's support to this effort.

Surge Conference 2006: Protecting America
MAY 8, 2006 - If a conflict breaks out tomorrow, America's labor force will be called on to produce everything from ammunition to aircraft components. That's why labor leaders met at IAM Headquarters to find out if the country's laborers are prepared for a production surge if it's needed.

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Statement by R. Thomas Buffenbarger

Following the vote in U.S. Senate to support President Bush's Immigration proposal

"Small men enflame public opinion; great men forge the public policy.

This week, in the United States Senate, some very small men are using the immigration debate to blow hot air across the smoldering coals of racism and bigotry.

Sadly, their primary objective is to reverse their dismal standing in public opinion polls. It won't help. These small men have lost the trust of the American people. By constantly engaging in the politics of cynicism and deceit, they have undermined their own credibility.

These small men are so cynical that they do not want immigration reform. They do not want a bill signing ceremony. They do not want an Act of Congress. All they want is ad copy for this fall's congressional campaigns.

Instead of forging an effective public policy that protects America's borders, provides clear pathways to citizenship and prevents abusive and exploitive practices by employers, these small men seek support for piddling measures that, ultimately, will prove ineffective. Watch what they accomplish, if anything, not what they say. Because to them this is just a mid-term political gambit."

When small men are so desperate to hold onto power, then it is time for solid citizens to say: "Enough is enough. Take your lies, your little gambits and go. Stand aside for those who can and will forge effective public policies on immigration."

IAM members can now purchase union gear online at the IAM Store. Members can buy a variety of IAM related products such as t-shirts, jackets, jewelry and caps — all emblazoned with the IAM logo.

For young and old the golden years are turning into the distressful years as they face a corporate and government mugging of their pensions, healthcare and Social Security benefits. Read about it in the IAM Journal online edition.

The IAM Photo Contest is back.
Get your film or digital camera out, take it to work, and shoot a photo that will win in this years IAM Photo Contest. Read the details on the contest website.

The 2008 Convention website is online. The site features updates, travel tips, convention news reports, info for the media, and official convention gear. Check it out.

IAM Member Benefits mean money-saving discounts for IAM members and their families.

Dell Discounts for IAM members
Save up to $750 on select Dell systems. Visit www.dell.com/
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See who works for you, how the IAM is structured, and what services the IAM offers. Go to: IAM2006

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