UAW to Hold Unionization Vote for Amer. Folk Art Museum Workers
The Facts - The American Folk Art Museum staff is set to vote on unionizing with Local 2110 UAW due to lack of transparency and desire for fair wages and working conditions. Museum workers' movement to unionize has been growing, with employees from several institutions, including the Jewish Museum and Guggenheim Museum, joining Local 2110 […]
AFL-CIO Leaders Denounce SCOTUS's Disenfranchisement of SC Black Voters
The Facts - The AFL-CIO condemns the U.S. Supreme Court's approval of a congressional map in South Carolina that reportedly disenfranchises Black voters. The ruling is seen as a violation of the 14th and 15th amendments and an example of right-wing politicians using the judiciary to endorse racist policies. The AFL-CIO believes that a strong […]
5/22/24 BMW-RDC Update
The Facts - The bargaining committee met with the company and presented demands, including rejecting the company's proposal to shift start times and implement a stricter phone policy. A tentative agreement is in progress that will lead to the implementation of a Continuous Improvement Committee to ensure involvement in process changes and address unfair standards. […]
BREAKING: Molson Coors Strike Ends as Teamsters Approve Contract
The Facts - Molson Coors Teamsters in Texas ratified a new three-year agreement after a three-month strike. The new contract provides wage increases, improved benefits, and restored retiree health care. During the strike, Teamsters initiated a nationwide boycott, pressuring the brewery giant to reach an agreement covering 420 workers at the Texas facility. Texas Molson […]
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 […]
BMW-RDC 5-21-24 Bargaining Update - UAW
The Facts - A bargaining committee proposed demands for improvements, additional vacations, and union support. The company suggests exchanging three Floating Holidays for three Observed Holidays. The committee is still awaiting multiple responses and counterproposals. Union Bargaining Updates After an extensive session with the company, your bargaining committee introduced several new demands. The first demand […]
Teamsters Urge NY Legislature to Approve Innovative Antitrust Law
The Facts - The Teamsters Union supports the 21st Century Antitrust Act, aiming to control mega-corporations like Amazon. The Act would revise New York's old antitrust laws, prevent worker exploitation, and review corporate mergers based on their impact on workers. Teamsters accuse Amazon of abusing workers, driving down pay, compromising safety standards, and manipulating small […]
PPP, Infrastructure Investment Slowed in 2020, Pipeline Strong
The Facts - Public-private partnerships (P3s) in the US saw a dip in activity last year, but long-term trends show growing numbers, particularly in the southeast region. Political opposition and lack of P3 legislation continue to hinder infrastructure privatization in many US states, keeping the country behind globally. Infrastructure funds dropped significantly last year, but […]
Kroger Workers Join Teamsters Local 337 in Landslide Win
The Facts - 289 drivers at the Romulus Kroger Fulfillment Center have voted to join Teamsters Local 337, being the first group of workers at a Kroger center to unionize. The workers aim for better working conditions, higher wages, better health and welfare benefits, a pension, and fair work rules through a Teamsters contract. The […]
'Extreme Gulf weather demands major infrastructure investment'
The Facts - Gulf countries must invest billions in flood-proofing infrastructure due to extreme weather. Oxford Analytica report states each flooding event could cost up to $4.7 billion. Upgrades are needed in drainage, health sector, and early warning systems. Gulf Countries to Invest Billions in Flood-Proofing Infrastructure Gulf countries will have to invest billions in […]
