The USW Constitutional Convention passed eight resolutions on the final day. These included resolutions supporting retiree chapters, collective bargaining, building power at the bargaining table, international trade, organizing the unorganized, political activism, rapid response, and the Steelworkers Humanity Fund. Speakers emphasized the importance of these issues and union solidarity in fighting for workers' rights.
SEIU demanded economic reforms following the 2008 financial collapse. The union protested large Wall Street bonuses paid after taxpayer bailouts. SEIU advocated for policies benefiting working families, including healthcare reform and the Employee Free Choice Act. The union also called for regulation of the private equity industry, citing job losses and debt loads imposed on acquired companies.
“Rebooting after the economic crash: IT, ET and America 3.0.”
Professor Jonathan Taplin , USC Annenberg School and ARNIC
The financial crisis will leave the next president with the task of rebuilding a shattered American economy. Professor Taplin will describe the potential roles of information technology and energy technology in America 3.0.
This document calls citizens to action against large banks and corporations. It argues that banks like Bank of America and JPMorgan Chase pay no income taxes, while the middle class loses wealth and opportunities. Unemployment and foreclosures are high. It claims the financial system is rigged in favor of the wealthy, and special interests control Washington at the expense of average Americans. The document urges monetary reform, arguing that governments should control currency issuance rather than private banks, and that fractional reserve banking allows excessive money creation. It asserts major historical figures warned of the dangers of private banking control over economies.
This document discusses various topics related to corporate social responsibility and supply chain management in different industries. It addresses issues like human rights, child labor, sustainability practices, and ethics in global supply chains. Several articles summarize efforts by large companies to improve oversight and accountability in their supply chains as well as challenges around ensuring ethical practices in outsourced production.
The three documents summarize the impacts of disruptions in global supply chains from the 2011 Tohoku earthquake and tsunami in Japan. The summaries discuss how the disaster halted automotive and electronics production, affected nearly a tenth of Japanese farmland, and could result in the loss of over 600,000 vehicles from halted assembly lines. Global organizations were prompted to rethink supply chain management strategies due to long-lasting impacts and aftershocks in global supply networks from the natural disasters in Japan.
This document discusses global resource extraction and proposals for a new international economic order. It focuses on copper mining in Chile and bauxite mining in Jamaica. In Chile, copper mining was nationalized in the 1970s so that Chile would gain control over its key resource instead of foreign companies. In Jamaica, the government was able to negotiate a higher tax on bauxite mining by multinational companies. The document argues that developing countries need to work together to gain bargaining power against large corporations and have more control over their natural resources and economic development.
SEIU demanded economic reforms following the 2008 financial collapse. The union protested large Wall Street bonuses paid after taxpayer bailouts. SEIU advocated for policies benefiting working families, including healthcare reform and the Employee Free Choice Act. The union also called for regulation of the private equity industry, citing job losses and debt loads imposed on acquired companies.
“Rebooting after the economic crash: IT, ET and America 3.0.”
Professor Jonathan Taplin , USC Annenberg School and ARNIC
The financial crisis will leave the next president with the task of rebuilding a shattered American economy. Professor Taplin will describe the potential roles of information technology and energy technology in America 3.0.
This document calls citizens to action against large banks and corporations. It argues that banks like Bank of America and JPMorgan Chase pay no income taxes, while the middle class loses wealth and opportunities. Unemployment and foreclosures are high. It claims the financial system is rigged in favor of the wealthy, and special interests control Washington at the expense of average Americans. The document urges monetary reform, arguing that governments should control currency issuance rather than private banks, and that fractional reserve banking allows excessive money creation. It asserts major historical figures warned of the dangers of private banking control over economies.
This document discusses various topics related to corporate social responsibility and supply chain management in different industries. It addresses issues like human rights, child labor, sustainability practices, and ethics in global supply chains. Several articles summarize efforts by large companies to improve oversight and accountability in their supply chains as well as challenges around ensuring ethical practices in outsourced production.
The three documents summarize the impacts of disruptions in global supply chains from the 2011 Tohoku earthquake and tsunami in Japan. The summaries discuss how the disaster halted automotive and electronics production, affected nearly a tenth of Japanese farmland, and could result in the loss of over 600,000 vehicles from halted assembly lines. Global organizations were prompted to rethink supply chain management strategies due to long-lasting impacts and aftershocks in global supply networks from the natural disasters in Japan.
This document discusses global resource extraction and proposals for a new international economic order. It focuses on copper mining in Chile and bauxite mining in Jamaica. In Chile, copper mining was nationalized in the 1970s so that Chile would gain control over its key resource instead of foreign companies. In Jamaica, the government was able to negotiate a higher tax on bauxite mining by multinational companies. The document argues that developing countries need to work together to gain bargaining power against large corporations and have more control over their natural resources and economic development.
This document provides an overview and argument in support of the Green New Deal. It argues that the Green New Deal is needed to address the twin crises of climate change and income inequality through a massive national mobilization and investment in sustainable infrastructure similar to the New Deal and WWII mobilizations. The document outlines how the Green New Deal would fully transition the US to a just, prosperous and sustainable economy through specific projects while ensuring inclusion and addressing racial and economic injustice. It argues the federal government must lead this effort by bringing together talent from all sectors to channel energy and resources into transformative national action.
Jobless millions signal death of the american dream for manySandra Àlvarez
The article discusses the ongoing economic problems in the United States, particularly high unemployment. It describes how many Americans have been unemployed for over 99 weeks, the maximum time they can receive government benefits. These long-term unemployed people are known as "99ers". The article also discusses how the city of Camden, New Jersey has been deeply affected by the economic issues, with high poverty, crime, and cuts to city services due to lack of funds. While politicians claim the economy is recovering, the realities for many Americans show problems are still severe and ongoing.
Work and labor 4 2015 (WORK IN PROGRESS)Eric Strayer
This document discusses various topics related to work and labor, including:
- The average American will work 90,000 hours in their lifetime doing jobs that are often useless or destructive.
- Bertrand Russell's view that work falls into two categories: physical labor and management/oversight, with physical labor being unpleasant and underpaid.
- Marx's vision of a communist society where people can choose different activities each day rather than specializing in one type of work.
- Questions about how many hours a person should work depending on whether they like or hate their job.
- Examples of unsafe working conditions and wage theft in various industries such as fast food, factories, and garment workers.
The document discusses how the economic crisis has changed everything and how understanding historical context is important. It summarizes that economic growth has been fueled by cheap fossil fuels but that growth cannot continue indefinitely as energy supplies become constrained. It outlines strategies for building resilient communities that can better withstand economic and energy challenges.
BOOK DISCUSSION : NEW CONFESSIONS OF AN ECONOMIC HITMANRiri Satria
My presentation on book review discussion "The New Confessions of An Economic Hitman", organized by Indonesian Economics Scholars Assocation (Ikatan Sarjana Ekonomi Indonesia), Jakarta chapter (20/05/2016)
Economic hit men (EHMs) are highly paid professionals who manipulate countries into large loans from organizations like the World Bank that they can never repay, ensuring control over the country's resources. Through fraudulent financial reports, rigged elections, payoffs, and other means, they funnel money from loans back to corporations in developed countries, leaving the recipient nations deeply in debt. As an example, John Perkins details how EHMs in the 1960s and 70s helped loan billions to Ecuador on the condition that most of the money support US firms, leaving the country today with $16 billion in debt and most of its citizens in deepening poverty and unemployment. The global EHM system has trapped much of the developing world under $2
1) Poverty is a global challenge affecting nearly all countries. The main causes are increasing population and dwindling natural resources, which will likely lead to wars driven by economic motives as competition for resources intensifies.
2) International organizations like the World Bank and IMF have failed to alleviate poverty and improve lives, instead impoverishing nations through unpayable debts. Their capitalist approaches have not worked to eliminate poverty.
3) Statistics show that over 45% of the world lives on less than $2 per day, and poverty is increasing even in developed countries due to factors like rising food and fuel prices. Globalization has not overcome poverty and has benefited few while leaving over 1 billion people with nothing.
A presentation by Sam Pizzigati, the editor of the online weekly Too Much, delivered as part of the UN Decade of Sustainability Speaker Series, Michigan State University, in East Lansing, Michigan, January 27, 2010
1. The document discusses the history of corporate development and business ethics.
2. It references historical events like the South Sea Bubble financial scandal in 1720 and how greed and profit motives are universally seen as synonymous.
3. The document also discusses Adam Smith's works on morality and sympathy in human nature, and how they relate to business interests and ethics. It questions whether business prioritizes shareholders over other groups.
The document summarizes speeches given at the opening of the 2011 USW Constitutional Convention. International President Leo Gerard called on delegates to stand up and fight back against assaults on workers. He said politicians are no longer working for working people. Gerard and other speakers emphasized the need to create jobs and protect workers' rights. Nancy Pelosi and Harry Reid also spoke, pledging to support job creation and protect union jobs. Delegates unanimously approved a resolution echoing the theme to stand up and fight back.
This document summarizes a content marketing solution called Community Sherpa for the apartment industry. It discusses setting up a blog, social media pages, and connecting them to automatically share content. It also covers creating and sharing frequent unique content, using call tracking and analytics to measure results. Customers would receive content creation and social media management services to attract traffic, customers, and leads in a turnkey system.
Amanda Testa is a national account executive at C2 Imaging LLC located at 1400 W. Dartmouth Ave in Englewood, Colorado. She has over 15 years of experience in sales and account management in the imaging and printing industries. Her contact information including email, website, phone numbers, and address are provided.
The document discusses how communications, development, and volunteer management are interrelated functions. It provides tips for non-profit communications including telling compelling stories, asking for help through clear requests, and creating memorable messaging that invites audience engagement and sharing. The goal is to develop long-term relationships and partnerships by conveying needs and benefits in a way that moves the identified target audience. Examples of effective nonprofit communications are provided.
This literature review explores adolescent suicide and alienation. Suicide is the third leading cause of death for those aged 15-24 and is often preceded by mental disorders like depression. Risk factors include a family history of suicide, substance abuse, damaged parent-child relationships, bullying, and social isolation. Protective factors include strong family support and problem-solving skills. While interventions aim to improve coping skills and screening, barriers include stigma and lack of coordinated mental healthcare. Further research is needed on demographic influences and how to strengthen family connections to improve suicide prevention programs.
Running head THE AMERICAN DREAM 1The American Dream Dead.docxtoltonkendal
Running head: THE AMERICAN DREAM 1
The American Dream: Dead, Alive, or on Hold?
Brandon King
University of Cincinnati
King.indd 1 1/16/14 12:00 PM
THE AMERICAN DREAM 2
The American Dream: Dead, Alive, or on Hold?
What is the true state of the so- called “American Dream”
today? Is it still around, waiting to be achieved by those who work
hard enough, or is it effectively dead, killed off by the Great
Recession and the economic hardships that many Americans have
come to face? Statistics reveal alarming facts, including trillions of
dollars lost in the stock market (Paradis, 2009). While these losses,
combined with admittedly high unemployment in the past few
years, have contributed to seemingly dismal prospects for
prosperity in the United States, I believe that the ideals and values
of the American Dream are still very much alive. In fact, the
original term “American Dream” was coined during the Great
Depression by James Truslow Adams, who wrote that the American
dream “is that dream of a land in which life should be better and
richer and fuller for everyone, with opportunity for each according
to ability and achievement, regardless of social class or
circumstances of birth” (1931). I would redefine the American
Dream today as the potential to work for an honest, secure way of
life and save for the future. Many liberal economists and activists
say that the American Dream is dead, but I say that it’s more alive
and important than ever— and that it is the key to climbing out of
the Great Recession, overcoming inequality, and achieving true
prosperity.
Despite the harshness of the Great Recession, a 2009 New
York Times survey found that 72 percent of Americans still believed
it was possible to start poor, work hard, and become rich in
America (Seelye, 2009). In the same survey, Americans were also
King.indd 2 1/16/14 12:00 PM
THE AMERICAN DREAM 3
asked questions about what they believed constituted being
“successful,” with the majority naming things such as a steady job,
financial security for the future, being able to retire without
struggling, and having a secure place of residence. Less common
were responses about owning a home or car and being able to buy
other expensive goods, implying a subtle shift from the American
Dream of the past to a more modest one today. In many ways, the
American Dream of today is a trimmed down version of its former
self. The real sign of success in our society used to be owning
expensive items, namely cars and homes, and acquiring more
material wealth. Living the American Dream meant going from
dirt poor to filthy rich and becoming more than you could have
ever imagined. Today, most people do not strive for a rags- to-
riches transition, and instead prefer a stable, middle- class lifestyle,
one in which they can focus on saving money for the future and
having secure employment. For example, more ...
Union of Humans: The Future of the Millennial Generation in the Age of Automa...Ogilvy
It’s not always fun or easy to understand an automating, fissuring, hyper-globalizing economy. It’s not always comfortable to consider that decades-old safe and sage advice (“Go to college!”) might become totally obsolete—if we don’t move quickly to curtail the privatization of our primary schools, and/or colleges fail to modernize their offerings.
However with great crisis comes great opportunity, and Millennials are well-equipped to handle the mammoth issues before them. They are, after all, the most educated, most connected generation in American history.
So why the emphasis on…unions? Well, we really need them, and Millennials happen to love them. But the automation era will require its own union, of sorts—what we’re calling a “union of humans.”
The document summarizes three major current economic problems in the United States: the national debt, unemployment, and healthcare. It discusses how the national debt grew to $17 trillion due to deficit spending by recent presidential administrations. Unemployment remains high with many Americans unable to find living-wage jobs. Access to affordable, quality healthcare is also a challenge as costs continue rising. Solutions proposed include reducing government spending, raising taxes, and promoting policies to support job growth and medical freedom.
This document provides an overview and argument in support of the Green New Deal. It argues that the Green New Deal is needed to address the twin crises of climate change and income inequality through a massive national mobilization and investment in sustainable infrastructure similar to the New Deal and WWII mobilizations. The document outlines how the Green New Deal would fully transition the US to a just, prosperous and sustainable economy through specific projects while ensuring inclusion and addressing racial and economic injustice. It argues the federal government must lead this effort by bringing together talent from all sectors to channel energy and resources into transformative national action.
Jobless millions signal death of the american dream for manySandra Àlvarez
The article discusses the ongoing economic problems in the United States, particularly high unemployment. It describes how many Americans have been unemployed for over 99 weeks, the maximum time they can receive government benefits. These long-term unemployed people are known as "99ers". The article also discusses how the city of Camden, New Jersey has been deeply affected by the economic issues, with high poverty, crime, and cuts to city services due to lack of funds. While politicians claim the economy is recovering, the realities for many Americans show problems are still severe and ongoing.
Work and labor 4 2015 (WORK IN PROGRESS)Eric Strayer
This document discusses various topics related to work and labor, including:
- The average American will work 90,000 hours in their lifetime doing jobs that are often useless or destructive.
- Bertrand Russell's view that work falls into two categories: physical labor and management/oversight, with physical labor being unpleasant and underpaid.
- Marx's vision of a communist society where people can choose different activities each day rather than specializing in one type of work.
- Questions about how many hours a person should work depending on whether they like or hate their job.
- Examples of unsafe working conditions and wage theft in various industries such as fast food, factories, and garment workers.
The document discusses how the economic crisis has changed everything and how understanding historical context is important. It summarizes that economic growth has been fueled by cheap fossil fuels but that growth cannot continue indefinitely as energy supplies become constrained. It outlines strategies for building resilient communities that can better withstand economic and energy challenges.
BOOK DISCUSSION : NEW CONFESSIONS OF AN ECONOMIC HITMANRiri Satria
My presentation on book review discussion "The New Confessions of An Economic Hitman", organized by Indonesian Economics Scholars Assocation (Ikatan Sarjana Ekonomi Indonesia), Jakarta chapter (20/05/2016)
Economic hit men (EHMs) are highly paid professionals who manipulate countries into large loans from organizations like the World Bank that they can never repay, ensuring control over the country's resources. Through fraudulent financial reports, rigged elections, payoffs, and other means, they funnel money from loans back to corporations in developed countries, leaving the recipient nations deeply in debt. As an example, John Perkins details how EHMs in the 1960s and 70s helped loan billions to Ecuador on the condition that most of the money support US firms, leaving the country today with $16 billion in debt and most of its citizens in deepening poverty and unemployment. The global EHM system has trapped much of the developing world under $2
1) Poverty is a global challenge affecting nearly all countries. The main causes are increasing population and dwindling natural resources, which will likely lead to wars driven by economic motives as competition for resources intensifies.
2) International organizations like the World Bank and IMF have failed to alleviate poverty and improve lives, instead impoverishing nations through unpayable debts. Their capitalist approaches have not worked to eliminate poverty.
3) Statistics show that over 45% of the world lives on less than $2 per day, and poverty is increasing even in developed countries due to factors like rising food and fuel prices. Globalization has not overcome poverty and has benefited few while leaving over 1 billion people with nothing.
A presentation by Sam Pizzigati, the editor of the online weekly Too Much, delivered as part of the UN Decade of Sustainability Speaker Series, Michigan State University, in East Lansing, Michigan, January 27, 2010
1. The document discusses the history of corporate development and business ethics.
2. It references historical events like the South Sea Bubble financial scandal in 1720 and how greed and profit motives are universally seen as synonymous.
3. The document also discusses Adam Smith's works on morality and sympathy in human nature, and how they relate to business interests and ethics. It questions whether business prioritizes shareholders over other groups.
The document summarizes speeches given at the opening of the 2011 USW Constitutional Convention. International President Leo Gerard called on delegates to stand up and fight back against assaults on workers. He said politicians are no longer working for working people. Gerard and other speakers emphasized the need to create jobs and protect workers' rights. Nancy Pelosi and Harry Reid also spoke, pledging to support job creation and protect union jobs. Delegates unanimously approved a resolution echoing the theme to stand up and fight back.
This document summarizes a content marketing solution called Community Sherpa for the apartment industry. It discusses setting up a blog, social media pages, and connecting them to automatically share content. It also covers creating and sharing frequent unique content, using call tracking and analytics to measure results. Customers would receive content creation and social media management services to attract traffic, customers, and leads in a turnkey system.
Amanda Testa is a national account executive at C2 Imaging LLC located at 1400 W. Dartmouth Ave in Englewood, Colorado. She has over 15 years of experience in sales and account management in the imaging and printing industries. Her contact information including email, website, phone numbers, and address are provided.
The document discusses how communications, development, and volunteer management are interrelated functions. It provides tips for non-profit communications including telling compelling stories, asking for help through clear requests, and creating memorable messaging that invites audience engagement and sharing. The goal is to develop long-term relationships and partnerships by conveying needs and benefits in a way that moves the identified target audience. Examples of effective nonprofit communications are provided.
This literature review explores adolescent suicide and alienation. Suicide is the third leading cause of death for those aged 15-24 and is often preceded by mental disorders like depression. Risk factors include a family history of suicide, substance abuse, damaged parent-child relationships, bullying, and social isolation. Protective factors include strong family support and problem-solving skills. While interventions aim to improve coping skills and screening, barriers include stigma and lack of coordinated mental healthcare. Further research is needed on demographic influences and how to strengthen family connections to improve suicide prevention programs.
Running head THE AMERICAN DREAM 1The American Dream Dead.docxtoltonkendal
Running head: THE AMERICAN DREAM 1
The American Dream: Dead, Alive, or on Hold?
Brandon King
University of Cincinnati
King.indd 1 1/16/14 12:00 PM
THE AMERICAN DREAM 2
The American Dream: Dead, Alive, or on Hold?
What is the true state of the so- called “American Dream”
today? Is it still around, waiting to be achieved by those who work
hard enough, or is it effectively dead, killed off by the Great
Recession and the economic hardships that many Americans have
come to face? Statistics reveal alarming facts, including trillions of
dollars lost in the stock market (Paradis, 2009). While these losses,
combined with admittedly high unemployment in the past few
years, have contributed to seemingly dismal prospects for
prosperity in the United States, I believe that the ideals and values
of the American Dream are still very much alive. In fact, the
original term “American Dream” was coined during the Great
Depression by James Truslow Adams, who wrote that the American
dream “is that dream of a land in which life should be better and
richer and fuller for everyone, with opportunity for each according
to ability and achievement, regardless of social class or
circumstances of birth” (1931). I would redefine the American
Dream today as the potential to work for an honest, secure way of
life and save for the future. Many liberal economists and activists
say that the American Dream is dead, but I say that it’s more alive
and important than ever— and that it is the key to climbing out of
the Great Recession, overcoming inequality, and achieving true
prosperity.
Despite the harshness of the Great Recession, a 2009 New
York Times survey found that 72 percent of Americans still believed
it was possible to start poor, work hard, and become rich in
America (Seelye, 2009). In the same survey, Americans were also
King.indd 2 1/16/14 12:00 PM
THE AMERICAN DREAM 3
asked questions about what they believed constituted being
“successful,” with the majority naming things such as a steady job,
financial security for the future, being able to retire without
struggling, and having a secure place of residence. Less common
were responses about owning a home or car and being able to buy
other expensive goods, implying a subtle shift from the American
Dream of the past to a more modest one today. In many ways, the
American Dream of today is a trimmed down version of its former
self. The real sign of success in our society used to be owning
expensive items, namely cars and homes, and acquiring more
material wealth. Living the American Dream meant going from
dirt poor to filthy rich and becoming more than you could have
ever imagined. Today, most people do not strive for a rags- to-
riches transition, and instead prefer a stable, middle- class lifestyle,
one in which they can focus on saving money for the future and
having secure employment. For example, more ...
Union of Humans: The Future of the Millennial Generation in the Age of Automa...Ogilvy
It’s not always fun or easy to understand an automating, fissuring, hyper-globalizing economy. It’s not always comfortable to consider that decades-old safe and sage advice (“Go to college!”) might become totally obsolete—if we don’t move quickly to curtail the privatization of our primary schools, and/or colleges fail to modernize their offerings.
However with great crisis comes great opportunity, and Millennials are well-equipped to handle the mammoth issues before them. They are, after all, the most educated, most connected generation in American history.
So why the emphasis on…unions? Well, we really need them, and Millennials happen to love them. But the automation era will require its own union, of sorts—what we’re calling a “union of humans.”
The document summarizes three major current economic problems in the United States: the national debt, unemployment, and healthcare. It discusses how the national debt grew to $17 trillion due to deficit spending by recent presidential administrations. Unemployment remains high with many Americans unable to find living-wage jobs. Access to affordable, quality healthcare is also a challenge as costs continue rising. Solutions proposed include reducing government spending, raising taxes, and promoting policies to support job growth and medical freedom.
The New Deal was President Franklin Roosevelt's response to the Great Depression in the 1930s. It established numerous programs and agencies to provide relief, reform the financial system, and stimulate economic recovery. Some of the major programs included the FDIC to protect bank deposits, the SEC to regulate Wall Street, and the WPA and CCC to provide jobs for unemployed Americans through public works projects and conservation efforts. While not all of its policies ended the Depression, the New Deal restored hope by taking bold action and establishing the foundation of the modern American welfare state.
The document discusses the causes of the New Deal. It explains that the Great Depression caused immense suffering for millions of Americans who were left homeless and unemployed. In response, President Franklin D. Roosevelt introduced the New Deal, a series of programs, projects, and regulations to provide relief. This included the FDIC to insure bank deposits and restore trust in the banking system, as well as Social Security to provide retirement benefits. The New Deal greatly improved lives by increasing trust in government and creating social programs.
The document discusses the Great Depression and President Franklin D. Roosevelt's New Deal programs to address it. It provides background on the causes of the Depression, including outdated industries, farm issues, easy credit, and unequal income distribution. Roosevelt implemented relief programs like the CCC and WPA to provide jobs as well as the FDIC, SEC, Social Security, and other "alphabet soup" programs for financial reform and relief for those in need. His policies aimed to provide financial reform, relief, and economic recovery from the Depression.
The article discusses the dire economic situation in the US, particularly the issue of long-term unemployment. It describes how unemployment benefits last for 99 weeks, after which people become known as "99ers" who have no benefits. It profiles individuals struggling after losing their jobs and being unable to find new work. It also highlights how poverty and economic distress are particularly acute in the city of Camden, New Jersey, which has high unemployment, crime, and empty homes. The situation illustrates how millions of Americans are suffering long-lasting economic hardship.
This document summarizes trends in wages, benefits, and unionization rates for American workers between 1965-2005. It shows that real wages, the value of the minimum wage, and union membership have all declined over this period. Meanwhile, economic insecurity has increased as a result of downsizing, mass layoffs, and restructuring. The document analyzes several potential factors for these trends, such as globalization and changes in the job market. It also discusses arguments around whether unions effectively advocate for workers' rights and higher compensation. Overall, the document examines many economic and legal issues relevant to the declining position of workers in the American economy in recent decades.
Volunteers are invited to help clean up Hamilton Beach on Wednesday, July 29th from 10am to 12pm by meeting at Hutch's. The cleanup is a chance to get involved in the community and support the district's focus on community for the year. Gloves and garbage bags will be provided for volunteers to clean up trash and make the beach better for everyone.
The Hamilton Area Council Women of Steel and Sisters of Solidarity are sponsoring an International Women's Day breakfast on March 8th from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm at the Hamilton Area Council located at 1031 Barton Street East. The event will include door prizes, a 50/50 draw, guest speakers, and breakfast served with a cost of $7 while children under 10 are free.
The Hamilton Area Council Women of Steel and Sisters of Solidarity are sponsoring an International Women's Day breakfast on March 8th from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm at the Hamilton Area Council located at 1031 Barton Street East. The event will include door prizes, a 50/50 draw, guest speakers, and breakfast served for $7 with children under 10 eating for free.
The Hamilton Area Council Women of Steel are hosting an International Women's Day breakfast on Sunday March 8th from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm at the Hamilton Area Council located at 1031 Barton Street East. The $7 breakfast will include door prizes, a 50/50 draw, and guest speakers. Children under 10 eat for free.
The Hamilton Area Council Women of Steel are hosting an International Women's Day breakfast on Sunday March 8th from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm at the Hamilton Area Council located at 1031 Barton Street East. The $7 breakfast will include door prizes, a 50/50 draw, and guest speakers. Children under 10 eat for free.
The Hamilton Area Council Women of Steel and Sisters of Solidarity are sponsoring an International Women's Day breakfast on March 8th from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm at the Hamilton Area Council located at 1031 Barton Street East. The event will include door prizes, a 50/50 draw, guest speakers, and breakfast served with a cost of $7 and children under 10 eating for free.
The Hamilton Area Council Women of Steel and Sisters of Solidarity are hosting an event on Sunday March 8th from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm at the Hamilton Area Council located at 1031 Barton Street East to celebrate International Women's Day 2015. The event will include door prizes, a 50/50 draw, guest speakers, and breakfast served for $7 with children under 10 eating for free.
The Hamilton Area Council Women of Steel are hosting an event for International Women's Day on Sunday March 8th from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm at 1031 Barton Street E. The event will include door prizes, a 50/50 draw, guest speakers, and breakfast served. Tickets are $7 with children under 10 being free.
Darren Green, the president of USW Local 5328, invites new members who have completed their probationary period to get involved with the union. He proposes forming a "Next Generation Committee" to give younger workers a say in decisions that will affect their future. While the current agreement requires one year of service to become a shop steward, the committee would allow newer members to have a voice and get educated on issues. Green encourages interested new members to let him know if they want to join the committee or get involved in other ways, such as running for office.
To earn the Labour Studies Certificate from Mohawk College and the Hamilton and District Labour Council, students must complete 12 courses including 4 required courses covering the history and challenges of the Canadian labour movement. Students can apply the certificate towards a Labour Studies degree from McMaster University, receiving 6 credits for first-year courses. Courses in the program are offered on weekends or evenings from September to May at various local union and university locations.
The document discusses U.S. Steel's third quarter results and operations in Canada. It reports that U.S. Steel announced higher profits and cash reserves for Q3 2014. However, in Canada, the company shut down coke ovens in Hamilton, laying off around 100 workers. The document criticizes U.S. Steel for using bankruptcy proceedings in Canada to shed costs and dismantle steel production, while celebrating profit gains in the U.S. It calls on the government to end U.S. Steel's control and protect Canadian jobs and the economy.
The McMaster Labour Studies Certificate program offers courses on labour studies topics aimed at lifelong learning for workers. To earn the certificate, students must complete 12 courses including 4 required courses covering the history of the Canadian labour movement. Courses are offered on weekends and evenings in local union halls and at McMaster University. The program provides smaller class sizes and flexibility to accommodate working students.
The summary is announcing a Labour Day picnic on August 1st, 2014 at Gage Park in Hamilton, Ontario following the Labour Day parade. It will include free entertainment, hamburgers, sausage, hotdogs, kids games and races where all kids will receive loot bags of toys. An additional scavenger hunt will be held for 11-12 year olds to win tickets to a Tiger Cats game.
The document announces a meeting of the Area Council to take place on September 22, 2014 from 10am to 1:30pm at the Workers Arts & Heritage Centre located at 51 Stuart Street in Hamilton, Ontario. The Centre serves to preserve, honour, and promote the culture and history of all working people.
Lynn R. Williams was a visionary leader and organizer in the labor movement who worked tirelessly to advance justice and dignity. A memorial will be held on June 21, 2014 at 10:30am at the Westin Bristol Place in Toronto to celebrate Lynn's life and legacy of inspiring generations to come in the fight for progressive change. RSVPs for the event should be made by June 13 by contacting Karolina Iron.
The document announces a May Day rally and barbecue on May 1st. It invites all union members, retirees, and the community to assemble at 3:00 PM at the Mana gates on Industrial Drive to oppose austerity measures and support manufacturing. A barbecue will be held afterwards at 5:00 PM at the union hall.
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Garbage collection workers have targets set by management to meet based on costs and efficiency. The writer, a Hamilton taxpayer, does not mind that garbage workers can finish earlier by meeting their targets. Investigations into city workers should consider management's role in setting targets and get both sides of the story, rather than blame just the workers. The Hamilton Spectator failed to do this with their recent reporting on garbage collection.
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Usw update-wednesday
1. Day 3
CONVENTION
COVERAGE
USW CONSTITUTIONAL CONVENTION 2011
Trumka Champions Fight for Jobs By Jim McKay
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USW Communications
ith newly organized Los Angeles car wash “We’re going to shift the national debate away from deficits
workers at his side, AFL-CIO President Richard and toward good jobs and workers’ rights,’’ he said.
Trumka told delegates Wednesday that labor is The future of working people and the essence of our
done playing defense in the fight for jobs. American democracy is on the line, Trumka said, adding that
“We don’t have to settle for 9 percent unemployment, stag- we can only win the fight if we hold together.
nant wages, benefit give-backs, record inequality and destruc- “We need to stand together for a future where every single
tion of our middle-class way of life,’’ Trumka said. “This is worker has the fundamental right to be treated with dignity, to
America. We can do better. We have to do better.”
Trumka opened his speech by recognizing car wash work-
ers who just won representation with USW Local 675 as
part of an ongoing campaign to organize the hand car-wash
industry in Los Angeles, where workers, often immigrants, are
routinely underpaid and abused.
Fighting for the jobs that we must have to restart the na-
tion’s economy will be another tough fight - a struggle Trumka
said we cannot afford to lose.
The AFL-CIO, he said, will unveil this fall a sustained jobs
campaign with a National Week of Action. The federation
is planning some 450 nationwide events where middle-class put in a hard, honest day’s work and be rewarded fairly for it,
Americans will demand politicians create jobs and restore the to have the health care and retirement security and the opportu-
economy. An online petition will urge political leaders to act nity to see our children a little better off than we are.
with urgency. “That’s the world we want, the world we deserve.”
Georgetti: Labor Must Win Class War
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orkers in the United States and Canada are in broke, they are lying, Georgetti said. “Our countries aren’t
a class war declared by big business and we’re broke; it’s simply that the rich are breaking us.”
losing, Ken Georgetti, president of the Canadian The problem lies on Wall Street not Main Street, he said.
Labour Congress, told delegates. “It is a war that “Tell me, do you remember when Steelworkers crashed the
we must win if the labor movement is to survive,” he said. stock market, or when we took billions in bonuses, killed mil-
“Why this war has been declared is simple – and it goes lions of jobs, trashed the world economy and at the same time
paid no taxes? I don’t”
Just 400 rich Americans own as much combined wealth
as 155 million Americans, half of the country, while the top 1
percent of Canadians got one third of all that nation’s income
gains from 1997 to 2007.
“In Canada, as in the United States, those responsible for
the economic crisis are trying to blame the victims,” Georgetti
added.
“We can’t as a society, especially as a labor movement, tell
our kids that they don’t deserve the same standard of living
that we have enjoyed for ourselves.
“What kind of a world would that be if we accepted such a
well beyond the usual reasons of simple corporate greed,” terrible notion? And yet that is what big business and right-
Georgetti said. “This is a diversionary war. It’s a tactic to con- wing governments are telling us. I say nonsense to them.
fuse us, divide us and then to conquer us.” “We have to Stand Up, Fight Back and when we do, we
When the right wing factions tell us our countries are will change our countries for the better.”
2. No. 1 Challenge: Jobs… Not Deficit
By Gary Hubbard
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USW Public Affairs
obs, not reducing the national debt, is the greatest chal-
lenge America faces today, U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders told
delegates in a rousing, boisterous podium address.
“Creating the millions of new jobs that we desper-
ately need is not only vitally important to the economy but
will be the means by which we reduce the deficit over the long
term,” said Sanders (I-Vt.), who noted that the 9 percent of-
ficial unemployment rate jumps to 16 percent when those who
are underemployed are counted.
“New jobs mean more government revenue, which makes a
lot more sense than having to spend billions on unemployment
compensation, food stamps and other programs needed during
a severe recession.”
Sanders’ vision includes rebuilding the nation’s crumbling
infrastructure, transforming the energy system and rewriting
trade policy so that American products – not jobs – are our
number one export.
“We need jobs that pay decent wages, jobs in the U.S. – not has a $2.6 trillion surplus, and it can pay out every benefit owed
jobs in China,” he declared. to every eligible American for the next 25 years.” Sanders was
Sanders, who said the USW members he addressed “give adamant that it must not be cut.
inspiration and hope,” received repeated standing ovations. His He declared, “Instead of balancing the budget on the backs
vigorous opposition to efforts to cut Social Security, Medicare, of working families, the elderly, the children, the sick, and the
and Medicaid benefits brought the biggest crowd response. most vulnerable, it is time to ask the wealthiest people and most
“Social Security has not contributed a nickel to the deficit, it profitable corporations in this county to pay their fair share.”
Herbert Calls for Economic Justice
By Barbara White Stack Times and author of Promises Betrayed.
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USW Communications Herbert described the current financial crisis as a betrayal
elegates and guests jumped to their feet Wednes- of working people by both the privileged rich and corrupted
day as author Bob Herbert urged them to take to politicians and said workers can reverse this course.
the streets, seize control of their democracy and “Make your personal stand against injustice,” he urged the
demand jobs. crowd to cheers and a standing ovation.
“You need to march. You need to protest. You need to bad- America has lost its way, he said. In the post-World War
ger the media to pay more attention to the unemployed and the II era, employment was growing and millions moved into the
young people of America whose futures are being so cruelly economic mainstream. The future was brighter for the next
curtailed,” said Herbert, a former columnist at The New York generation.
Now, however, he said the United States fails to enforce
trade law and ships jobs overseas. It allowed unregulated
financiers to crash the economy, then bailed them out, but
ignored the plight of the unemployed.
Herbert told the story of Rahn Harper, a 32-year-old GE
branch manager from Ohio who was forced to sell his blood to
support his wife and 4-year-old child after being downsized.
“You should not have to give blood to feed your family,”
Herbert said.
“The United States is in terrible trouble because we turned
our backs on working people.”
Workers, unions, families must raise their voices, rally,
write letters, engage neighbors, challenge politicians who
campaign as friends of labor then turn their backs on working
men and women.
“The important thing is not to give up, not to lose faith, and
never forget the tremendous power that is in your hands,’’ he
said.
3. Obama Addresses Convention by Video
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ello Steelworkers. boost manufacturing here at home and make sure other coun-
I want to thank your President, Leo Ge- tries are honoring our trade laws.
rard, and all of you who are fighting the good Along with my Secretary of Labor, Hilda Solis, herself the
fight so hard for working families. daughter of a union member, we’ve restored balance to a gov-
Now I know the work you do is never easy, and it doesn’t ernment that was often tilted against working people.
help when the economy makes it And over the last two years, I’ve
harder for working families like stood with you to fight back against
yours to put food on the table and pay the assaults on unions and protect and
the bills on time. enforce the laws that give workers a
But as tough as things are, we voice.
know what it’s going to take to get So we’ve got a lot done, but we
America moving again. haven’t done enough.
And we know it’s going to depend And I won’t be satisfied until
on helping working Americans like every American who wants a good
you feel like you are moving for- job can find one and every family can
ward. enjoy a sense of security and every
That’s why with your help we’ve worker who wants to join a union can
added more than 2 million private do so.
sector jobs over the last 17 months. I know that with the help of the
We’ve brought the auto industry Steelworkers we can come back
back from brink, saving thousands of stronger than before.
manufacturing jobs in the process. And I promise that if you stand
We passed a recovery act that with me, I will always stand with
made record investments in clean en- you.
ergy and included strong buy Ameri- Thank you. God bless you and
can provisions. God bless the United States of
And we’ve worked with you to America.”
Steelworkers Celebrate NDP Victory Jack Layton, who is currently battling cancer, has led
the NDP for the last eight years, and has dramatically in-
creased the party’s influence and political muscle. From 13
elected Members of Parliament, Jack has brought the NDP
to 103 elected MPs. As a result, the NDP is now Canada’s
Official Opposition, an historic achievement for a real labor
party.
As the video shows, this achievement came after a hard-
fought campaign where the NDP ran on leadership for jobs,
pensions and fairness for working families.
Fifty years ago Steelworkers co-founded the New
Democratic Party. Since then, the USW has worked closely
with the NDP and helped elect thousands of NDP candi-
dates and form NDP governments in five of the 10 Cana-
dian provinces.
As a real labor party, the NDP has a proud history of
“S
battling globalization, enacting provincial anti-scab legisla-
teelworkers have no better friend than the tion, securing employment insurance and originating the
New Democratic Party and the New Demo- Canada Pension Plan. And most impressive of all, the NDP
cratic Party has no better friend than the brought all Canadians universal public health care.
United Steelworkers,” declared Ken Neu- Neumann pledged in front of the Convention that the
mann, National Director for Canada. USW will continue to work hand-in-hand with the party and
“Jack!… Jack!… Jack!...” rang through the convention its interim leader, Nycole Turmel, and will make sure the
hall as part of a stirring video celebrating this year’s historic next election makes history with the first NDP government
election victory in Canada of the pro-labor New Democratic in Canada.
Party.
4. Wellstone Award Highlights Final Day
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elegates will wrap up the final business of the 2011 D-Minn., who tragically died in a 2002 plane crash with his
Constitutional Convention today and head home wife, Sheila, daughter Marcia and three campaign aides.
with energy to fight back and build a better tomor- It honors those who exemplify Wellstone’s commitment
row for workers in the United States and Canada. to public service and the well-being of Steelworkers and their
“It’s the fighting spirit of working people that breathes real families as well as those who commit themselves to advancing
life into a true democracy,’’ International President Leo W. labor and human rights here at home and around the world.
Gerard told some 3,000 delegates and guests. Wellstone was a tireless champion of affordable health care,
“Unless we leave this place and demand of our sisters and raising the minimum wage and strengthening the agencies that
brothers that they stand up and fight back, who will?” he said. oversee the health and safety of workers on the job. He was a
“The union movement and our allies need to mount a major fierce advocate for a fair global trading system that recognized
assault for workers, no matter how large or small our numbers labor rights, human rights and environmental protection.
might be, no matter how great the danger that we might not Also in the morning, delegates will pose for a panoramic
win.” photograph in the convention hall at the MGM Grand hotel.
The USW will award its prestigious Paul Wellstone Award Delegates will hear final reports from the resolutions and
to commentator Ed Schultz and actor and activist Danny credentials committees as well as a speech from Canadian Yvon
Glover, chairman of Trans-Africa, a non-profit global justice Godin of the New Democratic Party.
organization focusing on conditions in Africa, the Caribbean The convention will officially end with delegates standing
and Latin America. together and singing “Solidarity Forever,” the labor movement
The award is named for former U.S. Sen. Paul Wellstone, anthem.
Delegates Pass Eight Resolutions
#8 Steelworkers Organization of Active Retirees (SOAR) its Section 421 trade case, resulting in tariffs on imported tires,
Denise Edwards, an active SOAR member in Pennsylvania, BFGoodrich invested $150 million and hired 200 people.
told delegates the resolution would help retirees build chapters
and fight back against what she called “criminal attacks” on # 12 Organizing the Unorganized
Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid. This resolution commits the USW to increasing its profile
“We will not tolerate one more attack on our retirees wheth- as a growing union that helps working people change their
er they are Steelworker retirees or our next door neighbors,’’ lives for the better by unionizing.
she said. It says the USW will continue to organize in core industries
and build organizing capacity in the public, education and non-
# 9 Collective Bargaining profit sectors and in private service sector industries.
Ken Gomeringer, president of Local 4-898, rose to support
this resolution, saying that when Valero wanted to shut down # 13 Political Activism
his refinery, it was saved through collective bargaining that Gene Magruder, political action chairman for Local 8888
forced the corporation to sell to a company that will resume representing workers at the Newport News Shipyard in Virgin-
operations Sept. 1. ia, said political action is essential because right-wingers and
Richard Bruce, president of Local 8599, whose members their wealthy backers have a state-by-state plan “to annihilate
work for a school district in Fontana, Calif., said his members union rights.”
were protected by strong language recommended by the Inter- #14 Rapid Response and Legislative Activism
national. Luis “Tito” Morales, president of Local 8249 in St. Thomas
# 10 Building Power at the Bargaining Table in the Virgin Islands, told his fellow delegates that he support-
This resolution commits the USW to continue to use the ed this resolution because workers must be politically active
Building Power program developed by the Strategic Cam- during these times when state governments are cutting public
paigns department to escalate campaign activity, build com- workers.
munity outreach and work with unions around the world He said with the help of the International, his union and
to increase labor’s bargaining leverage with multinational others have taken the territorial government to court to prevent
employers. pay cuts for government workers that violate their contract.
“We are gonna kick ass,” he assured the delegates.
# 11 International Trade
Jess Myers, chairman of the bargaining committee for #20 Workers Helping Workers
Local 903 in Indiana, was among the members speaking in Scott Ruston, president of Local 7656 in Saskatchewan,
favor of this resolution. He said trade laws must be enforced to Canada, explained why this resolution, supporting the work of
ensure the corporation he works for, Dana, does not move jobs the Steelworkers Humanity Fund, is so important.
overseas. He told the delegates that the fund sent him to Cuba, where
Jim Wetzel, president of Local 715, said the union’s work he learned that the country has an 18-year plan to ensure its
on international trade has been crucial to the BFGoodrich tire people thrive.
plant where he works in Indiana. He said after the USW won “Without traveling and learning what’s happening in other
countries, we can’t make what’s here better,” he said.