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Meet the Newest TWU Members: Spirit Airlines CSAs – 82% Voted “YES”
Posted OnSeptember 4, 2018 byOn Sept. 4, Spirit Airlines Customer Service Agents voted 125-28 to form a union under the banner of the Transport Workers Union of America. This is the ultimate act of democracy in the workplace,” said International President John Samuelsen. “They are on the path to take control of their future, and the future of their…Read More…
After Six Years of Challenging Negotiations, Local 1400 Ratifies Contract with a 97% ‘Yes’ Vote
Posted OnAugust 1, 2018 byAfter six years at the bargaining table, members of Local 1400 overwhelmingly ratified a 10-year contract with the Port Authority of NY & NJ on July 27. An unprecedented 77% of the members cast ballots with 97% voting “Yes” to ratify the contract. Contract Highlights Compounded wage increases totaling 29.87% for members with 10 years…Read More…
Working Women’s Committee Convenes in Cocoa Beach
Posted OnAugust 1, 2018 byMembers of the TWU International Working Women’s Committee met in Cocoa Beach, Florida on July 26 and 27, hosted by Local 525. TWU International Director of Human and Civil Rights and Working Women’s Committee John Bland and Committee Chair LaTonya Crisp opened the meeting with remarks stressing the importance of voting this November, registering those…Read More…
Hundreds Picket Outside Kennedy Space Center to Support Local 525
Posted OnJuly 31, 2018 byThe picket line outside the entrance to the Kennedy Space Center on July 27 was nearly a quarter mile long, as hundreds braved the broiling heat to support TWU Local 525. Members from TWU locals across the country, TWU International Representatives and the TWU International Working Women’s Committee took part in the Day of Action,…Read More…
Amtrak Service Workers Council ‘Will Never, Ever Back Down’! Demands Meeting with President Anderson
Posted OnJuly 18, 2018 byThe Amtrak Service Workers Council (ASWC) held a lively press conference in front of 1 Massachusetts Ave NW in Washington, DC – steps away from Union Station – on Wednesday, July 18. Demands to restore careers and service serenaded the Amtrak board of directors’ meeting taking place inside. The ASWC consists of three unions that…Read More…
TWU Members Vote Overwhelmingly to Ratify Merger Transition Agreement for Alaska Airlines Dispatchers
Posted OnJuly 16, 2018 byOn July 16, Transport Workers Union (TWU) members voted overwhelmingly to ratify a Merger Transition Agreement for the Dispatchers at Alaska Airlines. This ratification vote will combine the Boeing and Airbus dispatch groups into a single group, completing the final step in the Alaska Airlines/Virgin America merger. This agreement includes a two-year extension of the…Read More…
The TWU Stands Strong in the Face of the Janus v. AFSCME Decision
Posted OnJuly 12, 2018 byBrothers and Sisters, It’s been two weeks since the Supreme Court ruled in favor of Mark Janus and against every worker and every trade union member. This ruling is the latest attack in the sustained and highly coordinated campaign by anti-worker entities to erode the rights of working people and dismantle unions. The TWU anticipated this…Read More…
TWU Young Workers Committee Convenes
Posted OnJune 29, 2018 byMembers of the TWU Young Workers Committee met at International headquarters in Washington, DC on June 28. They are planning their upcoming conference in Dallas, Nov. 30 through Dec. 2.Read More…
Spirit Airlines Customer Service Agents One Step Closer to Joining the TWU!
Posted OnJune 28, 2018 byJune 28, 2018 I am pleased to announce the Transport Workers Union of America, AFL-CIO (TWU) has filed for a representational election with the National Mediation Board (NMB) on behalf of the Spirit Airlines Customer Service Agents. You are one step closer to your goal of uniting and establishing your voice in your workplace and…Read More…
Jet Blue Inflight Crewmembers Prepare for Upcoming Contract Negotiations
Posted OnJune 28, 2018 byJet Blue Inflight Crewmembers on the bargaining team met at the TWU’s International headquarters on June 28 to discuss upcoming contract negotiations. Read More…