Behold! Medieval Times Workers Score Second Organizing Victory Bilgin Sasmaz/Anadolu Agency via Getty Images. After months of delays and union-busting tactics from their employer, the workers at the Medieval Times castle in Buena Park, California, voted decisively last week to form a union with the American Guild of Variety Artists (AGVA). This is the second […]
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Service + Solidarity Spotlight: NABTU Highlights America’s Registered Apprenticeship System During National Apprenticeship Week
Service + Solidarity Spotlight: NABTU Highlights America’s Registered Apprenticeship System During National Apprenticeship Week Working people across the United States have stepped up to help out our friends, neighbors and communities during these trying times. In our regular Service + Solidarity Spotlight series, we’ll showcase one of these stories every day. Here’s today’s story. This […]
Maine Lobstering Industry Catches Major Victory as Court Delays Crippling Lobstering Restrictions
The Maine Lobstering Union released the following statement following a court ruling delaying a decision on lobstering restrictions: “The Maine Lobstering Union is pleased that Judge Boasberg in the District of Columbia agreed with the union and its colleagues that all concerned need to better understand the available data before making decisions that could drastically alter or […]
Aerospace General Vice President Mark Blondin to Retire After Historic IAM Career
IAM Aerospace General Vice President Mark Blondin, a 44-year member who has led IAM aerospace workers at the international and district levels, as well as the IAM’s Southern Territory, will retire from the IAM, effective January 1, 2023. Blondin built a legacy as an expert aerospace negotiator, leading the IAM in numerous high-profile negotiations with […]
National Native American Heritage Month Profiles: Rudy Roybal
National Native American Heritage Month Profiles: Rudy Roybal Throughout National Native American Heritage Month, the AFL-CIO will be profiling leaders and activists to spotlight the diverse contributions Native Americans have made to the labor movement and toward expanding the rights of working people. Today’s profile features Rudy Roybal, an organizer with the Bartenders Union-UNITE HERE Local […]