Region 9A
UAW Local 571 secures 30% wage hike in new General Dynamics contract
UAW Local 571's campaign led to a 30% wage hike for 2,400 Electric Boat workers, showing member involvement can reshape contract negotiations.
UAW Leaders Announce Strike Authorization in Electric Boat Labor Dispute
UAW leaders announced a strike vote at Electric Boat due to stagnant wages despite high profits, underscoring labor tensions in defense contracting.
UAW Local 571 Rallies for Fair Contract at General Dynamics Electric Boat
Over 2,400 UAW Local 571 members at General Dynamics rally for better wages and respect amid expired contracts, spotlighting defense sector labor tensions.
Nationwide Protests Unite Against Cuts to Research and Education Funding
Thousands rallied nationwide during "Kill the Cuts" to oppose Trump's research and education cuts, which threaten public health and economic stability.
UAW International and Staff Council Reach Tentative Agreement with Union
The UAW's tentative deal for temp organizers offers better pay, longer terms, and training, boosting labor movement growth and worker empowerment.
UAW Rally in Allentown Unites Workers to Support Harris-Walz Ticket
UAW's rally on Oct. 20 in Allentown, PA, led by Shawn Fain and Susan Wild, aims to mobilize support for Harris-Walz, focusing on a pro-worker agenda.
NY Auto Technicians Win Economic Justice - UAW
Today, September 4, 2024, Governor Hochul will sign a law ensuring Technicians at Dealerships earn equal pay for equal work in NY.
Bronx Defenders Union to Strike Over Unfair Labor Practices July 2024
BxD Union authorizes strike due to failed bargaining with BxD Management. Tyler Johnson emphasizes the need for fair wages.
UAW Legal Worker Union Approves Contract, Ends 13-Week Strike
The Facts - 72% of union members at Mobilization for Justice voted to approve the contract offer, ending a three-month strike. The agreement includes significant raises, full-time positions for initially temporary workers, and enhanced disciplinary case procedures. The union preserved its health care plan, retained the right to veto management changes, and ensured no reductions […]
NYC Union Legal Workers' Strike Hits 20-Year Record - UAW
The Facts - The Mobilization for Justice union members are fighting for a fair contract to maintain the quality of free legal services by addressing staff attrition rate. In 2003, staffers struck for nine weeks due to a proposed contract that would eliminate spousal/partner health coverage. The union states that MFJ Management has delayed resolution […]
