December 13, 2016 The future of Medicare is in grave jeopardy. The decision to nominate U.S. Rep. Tom Price (R-GA) as Secretary of Health and Human Services is an indication that the President-Elect doesn’t plan to back up his campaign promise of protecting the senior citizen health care program. Sign the Petition: Tell Your […]
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Help Protect Airline Customer Service Representatives from Assault
When a TSA agent or law enforcement officer is assaulted at an airport, it’s a serious federal crime. And rightfully so, since we’re counting on them to keep us safe. But airline gate and ticket agents, who also have critical security functions, are not currently protected by federal law, even though they control access to […]
Local Lodge 1731 Nominations for Officers and Committees
The following members were nominated for office at the regular meeting on November 2, 2016 President Joe LaNasa nominated by Bill Pizzuli John Cawley nominated by Willy Mayer Sean Gorman nominated by Jason Galutta Vice President Jamie Johnson nominated by Josh Mitchell Jason Bradley nominated by Karen Schultz Secretary Treasurer Nefti Navarro […]
Celebrating 35 Years of Labor Education at Placid Harbor
Thirty-five years ago a commitment was made by the IAM Executive Council to support William W. Winpisinger’s vision of a full-time residential facility to educate and train members and staff in organizing, bargaining and leadership. That commitment of educating members remains today and is an integral part of the IAM’s cultural DNA. The first class, […]