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March 29, 1948
 “Battle of Wall Street,” police charge members of the United Financial Employees’ Union, striking against the New York Stock Exchange and New York Curb Exchange (now known as the American Stock Exchange). Forty-three workers are arrested in what was to be the first and only strike in the history of either exchange.  ~Labor Tribune

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US Maritime Union Sounds Alarm Over Global Shipping Standards
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Teamsters Win Against Yellow Corp.
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US Maritime Union Sounds Alarm Over Global Shipping Standards
Teamsters Local 992
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   Local and National Union News

Strike and boycott continue as Molson Coors negotiations collapse

Mar. 28, 2024 | Negotiations that included a mediator with Molson Coors broke off on Thursday over the multibillion-dollar beer maker’s refusal to agree to real wage increases for Local 997 Teamsters in a new three-year contract. The company offered just five more cents — on top of its original degrading offer of 99-cent per hour — in its wage proposal to the workers who brew and package its signature beers. Since workers were forced onto the picket line 41 days ago, Molson Coors CEO Gavin Hattersley has been paid more than $5.1 million. Molson Coors is a major sponsor of the NCAA’s March Madness. Teamsters will be out in full force in Dallas-Fort Worth, Detroit, Los Angeles, Boston, and Phoenix, informing and urging the public to boycott Molson Coors products throughout the college basketball tournament. Learn more here.

Judge dismisses Yellow's frivolous lawsuit against Teamsters

Mar. 26, 2024 | The Union won a major victory against Yellow Corporation yesterday with the dismissal of the company’s frivolous $137 million-dollar lawsuit by U.S. District Court Judge Julie A. Robinson. The lawsuit, Yellow Corporation et al., v. International Brotherhood of Teamsters et al., was a blatant attempt by Yellow Corp. to undermine the rights of workers and discredit the Teamsters. The union vigorously defended its position and challenged the meritless breach of contract claims filed by Yellow Corp. The court agreed with the union’s position that the lawsuit be dismissed. Learn more here.

Enroll now for Teamsters Voluntary Income Protection Plan 

Mar. 21, 2024 | Open enrollment is happening now a new Teamsters Voluntary Income Protection Plus Plan, available for all dues-paying Teamsters in the U.S. Active members are encouraged to visit TeamstersVIP.com to learn more. These new benefits will help provide Teamsters with additional financial protection if they can’t work due to illness, injury, or loss of DOT certification for medical reasons. If you enroll before Monday, March 25, you will have coverage effective on April 1. Details here.

Teamsters Local 25 hits back at UPS harassment

Mar. 20, 2024 | Management bullying against UPS Teamsters has consequences – especially when locals aggressively enforce the contract. At this month’s National Grievance Panel, Teamsters Local 25 called the company to the mat for its harassment of a Boston-area shop steward. Details here.

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US Maritime Union Sounds Alarm Over Global Shipping Standards

Mar. 29, 2024 | CORPORATE PROFITS | A top labor union for maritime engineers has sounded the alarm against corporate profiteering in the wake of Tuesday’s cargo ship crash into the Francis Scott Key Bridge, claiming the industry is “probably the worst offender.” The Marine Engineers’ Beneficial Association (Meba) warned of the dangers of growing vessels and shrinking crews – claiming that those from overseas are “not up to the standards” required in the US. “These types of issues can be averted when you have a highly trained crew and you have the resources for the crew to be able to operate,” Rexha said in an interview. “Between the train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, and what’s happened recently with Boeing. Obviously, we’ve seen corporate greed at its worst and the maritime industry is actually probably the worst offender.” The Guardian

Iron Workers Union Statement on Francis Scott Key Bridge Collapse

Mar. 27, 2024 | LABOR COMMUNITY | The International Association of Bridge, Structural, Ornamental, and Reinforcing Iron Workers is deeply saddened by the tragic collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore. Our hearts go out to the victims, their families, and all those affected by this devastating event. In these moments of sorrow, our thoughts and prayers are with the community….In times like these, we must come together, ensuring the safety and security of our infrastructure for all. Our leadership team is in close contact with local and state authorities to offer our assistance and support in the recovery process. When the time comes, we are committed to mobilizing our members to restore this crucial piece of Baltimore's infrastructure. Together, we will rebuild and, in doing so, honor the memory of those we have lost. Full statement here.

Unions Offer a More Promising Future Than Politicians

Mar. 25, 2024 | BOOK REVIEW | […] In his new book, The Hammer: Power, Inequality, and the Struggle for the Soul of Labor, veteran labor journalist Hamilton Nolan makes the case that unions are the most effective tool the working class has to shift political power, fight rising inequality, and pull the electorate to the left. Nolan travels across the country, interviewing workers from a range of industries, and showing how unions embody “democracy in action.” … His insights not only illuminate the current state of the labor movement but provide a roadmap for revitalizing unions and reshaping the political landscape in the United States. The New Republic

Week Ending 03/22/2024

  • Make America great
  • VW workers file for election to join UAW
  • Texas Teamsters stare down Molson Coors
  • Labor union strike activity increased 280% in 2023
  • Dartmouth refuses to bargain with its players’ union
  • There’s a big wealth gap between union & nonunion workers
  • These companies pay their executives more than they pay in taxes
  • Newly organized UPS administrative & specialist workers ratify contract
  • Guaranteed ‘paid time off for all’ bill proposed in the Senate
  • Senate confirms union attorney to US Appeals Court covering MD, VA

 
 
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