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Standing in Solidarity: In the States Roundup

It's time once again to take a look at the ways working people are making progress in the states. Click on any of the links to follow the state federations on X (formerly Twitter).
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Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Valley Ford Truck Workers Secure New Contract; End 3-Month Strike

Workers at Valley Ford Truck in Ohio reached a 3-year contract, ending a strike that began in mid-December. The contract covers 24 workers who are members of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) Local 1363. Most of the workers are automotive, light truck or heavy truck technicians and they went on strike Dec. 18 over workers’ 401(k) retirement plans and being guaranteed a certain number of weekly work hours. The contract includes pay raises and eliminates a two-tier vacation schedule, among other benefits.
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A Pro-Worker Vision: The Working People Weekly List

Every week, we bring you a roundup of the top news and commentary about issues and events important to working families. Here’s the latest edition of the Working People Weekly List.
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Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Universal City AMC Workers Vote to Join IATSE

Workers at the Universal Cinema AMC at CityWalk Hollywood voted to unionize with IATSE. A majority of 37 employees voted in favor of joining IATSE and six voted against. Ushers, cooks, bartenders and all other non-management employees of the theater are part of the group that is set to join IATSE, and the workers are primrily concerned with wages and scheduling issues.
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Women's History Month Profiles

This year, for Women's History Month, we're taking a look at a group of leaders who are currently active making women's history across the labor movement. Check back daily for a new profile and meet some of the people working to improve not only their community, but also to improve conditions for working people across the country.
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Women's History Month Profiles: Joan Mah

This year, for Women's History Month, we're taking a look at a group of leaders who are currently active making women's history across the labor movement. Check back daily for a new profile and meet some of the people working to improve not only their community, but also to improve conditions for working people across the country. Today's profile is Joan Mah of the International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers (IFPTE).