Negotiations between the USW and Goodyear are scheduled to resume this week. and Canada went on strike October 5 after talks broke down. “As these giant corporations desert North American communities, the middle-class is dying a painful death, deprived of the dream of good jobs and retirement security,” said Gerard. We will not let them rob our members of their dignity in their retirement years,” said USW President Leo Gerard.
“They are literally stealing the money out of our retirees’ pockets. Meanwhile, the company is importing tires from its plants overseas, including China, where its workers earn 42 cents an hour. plant in four years and gutting retiree health care. IAM and other union members showed their support for the 15,000 United Steelworkers (USW) on strike against Goodyear Tire by rallying with the strikers at 150 Goodyear Tire locations throughout North America.ĭespite huge profits, Goodyear refuses to back away from its contract demands that include shutting its third U.S.
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To view these videos you will need to download the free Windows Media Player 9 But the industry has fallen on tough times over the last few years, leaving its workers unsure about the future. OCTOFrom air and rail to auto and trucking, transportation is essential to our lives. OCTOAs real wages continue to fall and health care costs spiral out of control, working families are struggling to stay afloat. Video: Health Care Costs, Declining Wages Batter Working Families NovemVoters in six states voted overwhelmingly to increase the minimum wage last week – a clear sign that Americans are ready for Congress to finally raise the federal minimum wage. Video: Voters Offer a Clear Mandate for Minimum Wage Increase NovemThanks to a critical push by working families – Democrats picked up six governor seats across the country last week. Video: Working Families Expect Results from Governor Elects NovemA Bi-partisan panel is urging Congress to take stronger action to bring China in line with their trade obligations. Machinists Take Back Ohio DecemMachinists canvassed all 88 counties in Ohio, educating union members about the candidates who care about American Workers.īipartisan Panel Urges Congressional Action on China IAM Retirees Conference DecemThe three day convention held in Las Vegas was a fusion of the past, present and Guide Dogs Banquet DecemThousands of IAM Members gathered in Las Vegas to not only raise money for Guide Dogs, but honor those who have made this charity so successful.
– Columbia Free Trade Agreement - without including adequate worker protections. If passed it could ultimately improve the lives of working men and women across the nation.ĭecemMedian household incomes for families headed by non-retirement age, or working age folks incomes are down about 5.4% which translates into about $3000.īush Administration Signs Another Faulty Trade DealĭecemDespite calls from the incoming Democratic Congressional leadership to strengthen labor protections in current and future trade agreements – the Bush administration has signed the U.S. ĭecemThe Employee Free Choice Act (EFCA) is a piece of legislation for the middle class that limits an employer's ability to prevent workers from forming unions. Labor issues you care about in streaming video.
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