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Statement of UAW Vice President Terry Dittes on GM Investments in Tonawanda and Spring Hill

"UAW members during the 40-day strike last fall received significant economic commitments to many plants.

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UAW International Executive Board Names Gerald Kariem Vice President and Director of the UAW Ford Department

Detroit - UAW Region 1D Director Gerald Kariem was unanimously selected by the UAW International Board to the position of Vice President and Director of the UAW Ford Department.

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The Fall 2019 Edition of Solidarity Magazine is now online!

The Fall 2019 edition of Solidarity magazine is now online! Moving health care in the right direction! The cover story is why universal health care helps us all. Despite UAW efforts, the current system of health insurance still has many challenges...

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Statement of UAW Vice President Cindy Estrada, Director of the UAW FCA Department, on the Merger of Peugeot and FCA

“There are many challenges in the auto industry today and we hope that this will bring opportunities for growth that will benefit UAW members and our communities,” said UAW Vice President Cindy Est

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Statement of UAW Vice President Terry Dittes on GM Investments in Tonawanda and Spring Hill
“UAW members during the 40-day strike last fall received significant economic commitments to many plants. Under the direction of Region 9 Director Jeff Binz, the $6.7 million investment at GM’s Tonawanda Plant will continue UAW members’ quality work on the 5.3L V8 engines they provide. In Spring Hill, an over $40 million commitment under the The post Statement of UAW Vice President Terry Dittes on GM Investments in Tonawanda and Spring Hill appeared first on UAW. — Jan 16
Statement of UAW President Rory Gamble in the Phase 1 Trade Agreement with China
“Over the past several decades, corporate driven trade deals and tax laws with anti-labor incentives have rewarded companies that abandoned U.S. workers and communities. This has resulted in millions of good manufacturing jobs being shipped overseas to countries that trample workers’ rights, suppress workers’ wages and diminish dignity on the job. China is one of those countries The post Statement of UAW President Rory Gamble in the Phase 1 Trade Agreement with China appeared first on UAW. — Jan 16
UAW International Executive Board Names Gerald Kariem Vice President and Director of the UAW Ford Department
Detroit – UAW Region 1D Director Gerald Kariem was unanimously selected by the UAW International Board to the position of Vice President and Director of the UAW Ford Department. Kariem will serve out the term left vacant when Rory Gamble was elected President last Fall. “Gerald brings a wealth of leadership in contract implementation, and The post UAW International Executive Board Names Gerald Kariem Vice President and Director of the UAW Ford Department appeared first on UAW. — Jan 16
Statement from UAW President Rory Gamble on Chevrolet Corvette named 2020 North American Car of the Year and Jeep Gladiator named 2020 North American Truck of the Year
The 2020 North American Car, Utility and Truck of the Year awards named the Chevrolet Corvette Stingray the 2020 Car of the Year and the Jeep Gladiator the 2020 North American Truck of the Year, both vehicles built by proud UAW members. This is an honor for our union and testament to the top quality The post Statement from UAW President Rory Gamble on Chevrolet Corvette named 2020 North American Car of the Year and Jeep Gladiator named 2020 North American Truck of the Year appeared first on UAW. — Jan 15
Statement from UAW International Executive Board and President Rory Gamble on Earthquakes in Puerto Rico
The UAW has more than 5,000 members living and working in Puerto Rico. While still reeling from the devastating effects of Hurricane Maria, the Island has been shaken by two significant earthquakes and over 950 smaller quakes in the past two weeks. Our entire International Executive Board is concerned and is holding our members, their The post Statement from UAW International Executive Board and President Rory Gamble on Earthquakes in Puerto Rico appeared first on UAW. — Jan 11

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Region 9A is Hiring in New York City!

Catherine Graugard on Thursday, January 9 - 4:43pm

UAW Region 9A New York City Receptionist and Administrative Assistant

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Posted 1/7/20 Externally

Full time position in UAW Region 9A New York City office located at 256 West 38th Street. Position serves as receptionist and administrative assistant to Sub-Regional Director, Political Director, International Servicing Representative and two Organizers working in the NYC office.

Support UFCW Workers in their contract fight with Stop & Shop!

Catherine Graugard on Friday, March 8 2019 - 4:06pm

CALL TO ACTION In CONNECTICUT TONIGHT, March 8th!

The United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW) are currently in negotiations with Stop & Shop. These negotiations will affect over 30,000 members. The company is currently under funding the pension for its employees. Furthermore, the company is proposing the elimination of time and a half on Sundays; refusing any wage increases of significance; threatening to eliminate health coverage for spouses; and eliminating the entire part- time benefit plan.

2019 Richard 'Dik' Days Scholarship now available to CT residents

Donna Becotte on Thursday, February 7 2019 - 2:45pm

In the spirit of Brother Richard “Dik” Days’ impact on our communities at large, we are proud to offer this year’s scholarship. We will provide financial assistance to Connecticut residents who are enrolled full-time in an undergraduate program. Currently we award $1,000 to two students who submit a completed application. The students’ references, financial need, and primarily the substance of their essay contribute to us making a final decision as to who will be awarded a scholarship. Our scholarship is not predicated on area of studies, therefore it can be used where needed.

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