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UAW President Shawn Fain's Statement on Mercedes Alabama Vote
The Facts - Workers at Mercedes made significant gains through union efforts such as wage increases and management changes. Mercedes is being investigated by federal and German governments for alleged worker intimidation and harassment. The United Auto Workers union will continue to fight against corporate greed and for workers' rights and fair treatment. Mercedes Workers' […]
5/15/2024 BMW-RDC Update - UAW
The Facts - The bargaining committee met with the company, presenting three main demands: better restrooms, changes to the tardiness policy, and fairer productivity standards. The company seemed open to addressing facility maintenance and hygiene product concerns, but gave no written commitments and seemed unwilling to adjust quality or production standards. The committee reiterated additional […]
AFL-CIO's Liz Shuler Comments on Bipartisan AI Framework Release
The Facts - The AFL-CIO supports AI development but stresses on worker's rights and transparency in AI usage. They appreciate Leader Schumer's efforts in developing a bipartisan AI framework, giving voice to unions. A focus will be on federal policies being worker-centered, promoting collective bargaining and creating high-wage union jobs. The AFL-CIO's Commitment to Worker-Centered […]
5/14/2024 BMW RDC Negotiation Update - UAW
The Facts - The bargaining committee and the Company have agreed to release time for all bargaining members to prepare and attend sessions. The committee's main bargaining goals include ending wage tiers at BMW RDC, historic wage increases, COLA wage protection, real profit sharing, reduced health care costs, and no concessions. The committee will return […]
Teamsters Celebrate Vote Against Worker Misclassification in Somerville
The Facts - The Somerville City Council passed a resolution to prevent gig companies like Uber, Lyft, and Doordash from misclassifying drivers as independent contractors. The resolution supports the Act “Establishing Protections and Accountability for Transportation Network Company and Delivery Network Company Workers." During 2023, Uber and Lyft earned $1.4 Billion but contributed nothing to […]
UAW Members Approve Historic Daimler Truck Contract
The Facts - UAW members at Daimler Truck ratified a new contract by 94.5%, benefiting 7,300 workers. The deal includes a 25% raise, profit-sharing and Cost-of-Living for the first time. The agreement ends the tiered wage system, ensuring equal pay for equal work. Historic Daimler Truck Contract Ratification by UAW Members In a record turnout, […]
UAW and Daimler Truck Strike Historic Tentative Deal
The Facts - The UAW has reached a tentative agreement with Daimler Truck, benefiting 7,300 workers. The four-year agreement includes raises of over 25%, end of wage tiers, and introduction of profit-sharing and COLA. UAW President Shawn Fain celebrates this as a major victory and reflects on the fight for justice at Daimler Truck. Historic […]
Building Trades Unions in North America Back Biden for President
The Facts - The North America’s Building Trades Unions (NABTU) formally endorsed Joe Biden and Kamala Harris in their annual national legislative conference. Biden's achievements such as the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, Chips and Science Act, and Inflation Reduction Act, were praised by NABTU for benefiting the working class. NABTU plans to run an unprecedented field […]
First Teamsters Contract Secured by K&M Tire Workers
The Facts - Members of Teamsters Local 330 have ratified their first collective bargaining agreement with K&M Tire. The contract includes annual wage increases, grievance procedure, and other benefits for workers. Teamsters Local 330 represents workers in various industries throughout the Western Suburbs of Illinois. K&M Tire Workers Celebrate First Union Contract Members of Teamsters […]
Aramark GM Employees Secure Significant Wins for Sanitation - UAW
The Facts - General Motors Aramark workers have reached a tentative agreement that will increase the standard for all UAW GM members in sanitation. The tentative agreement includes up to 43% raises, a reduced time to reach top wage rate, and retroactive back pay from March 15. Aramark's record deal follows several major victories for […]
