Union News
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, […]
Saunders: Respect for Public Workers Means Valuing Their Voice
The Facts - National Public Service Recognition Week is acknowledged from May 5-11, 2024. AFSCME President Lee Saunders emphasizes the unions' role in empowering public service workers. Saunders urges the public to appreciate the contributions of public service workers year-round. AFSCME President Honors Public Service Workers WASHINGTON - Lee Saunders, President of AFSCME, salutes National […]
Saunders: Honor Correction Officers by Acknowledging Their Challenges
The Facts - National Correctional Officers Week runs from May 5-11, 2024. Correctional officers are facing grave danger due to widespread staffing shortages. Support for these officers is essential, especially in improving their professional conditions. AFSCME President Commemorates National Correctional Officers Week Lee Saunders, the President of AFSCME, has issued a statement honoring the National […]
Teamsters Denounce DHL's Anti-Union Tactics at Germany Meeting
The Facts - DHL Teamsters have criticized the company's union-busting and anti-worker tactics at an Annual General Meeting. Company executives were confronted about poor safety conditions, racial discrimination, and anti-labor behavior in the U.S. DHL has been accused of launching an anti-union campaign to prevent workers from their rights of association and collective bargaining. DHL […]
UAW's Mike Miller Condemns Attacks on UCLA Students, Workers
The Facts - The UCLA Administration is accused of violent reaction towards protesting students and workers in support of Palestine, leading to arrests and hospitalizations. UAW 4811 members are preparing to file Unfair Labor Practice charges over UC's actions and are considering a strike authorization vote. UAW members are calling for a permanent ceasefire and […]
Teamsters, Congress Tackle Amazon Safety Crisis
The Facts - The Warehouse Worker Protection Act aims to regulate warehouse quotas and prioritize worker safety. Injury rates at Amazon facilities are 76% higher than the rest of the warehouse industry. The legislation is already law in several states and aims to improve working conditions at warehouses. Here is your requested rewrite in HTML […]
River North Sunnyside Cannabis Workers Join Teamsters
The Facts - Workers at Sunnyside, Cresco Labs subsidiary, vote to join Teamsters Local 777. This is the sixth location to organize with Local 777 who secured strong first contracts. Teamsters Local 777, founded in 1937, represents various industries workers in Chicago area. Press Releases 2024.05.01 River North Joins Teamsters Local 777 Contact: Daniel Moskowitz Phone: […]
UAW President Shawn Fain Comments on Mass Arrest of Anti-War Protestors
The Facts - The UAW condemns the arrest and intimidation of protesters and strikers. They have been advocating for a ceasefire for six months. The UAW demands the release of arrested students and employees. UAW Denounces Arrest and Intimidation of Protestors The United Auto Workers (UAW) has strongly condemned the detention and intimidation of individuals […]
AFL-CIO President Discusses FAA Reauthorization by Congress
The Facts - The bipartisan agreement to reauthorize the FAA is appreciated by the AFL-CIO President. The agreement advances workers' rights and improves safety in the aviation industry. The AFL-CIO looks forward to the reauthorization being sent to President Biden's desk. AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler has announced support for the bipartisan agreement to reauthorize the […]
Teamsters Submit DHL Shareholder Counter Proposal at German Meeting
The Facts - The Teamsters Union plans to present a countermotion urging investors to reject DHL's executive remuneration report. DHL is criticized for poor working conditions, labor violation, and bonuses for executives despite these issues. DHL was recently forced to settle an $8.7 million racial discrimination lawsuit. Teamsters Challenge DHL's Executive Pay Amidst Worsening US […]
