A former diesel mechanic and longtime Machinist, McInnis became president of the Retiree Council last month.
Retiree Council president: ‘You can’t just ride off into the sunset’
October 4, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Bobby Kasper: Our movement is on the rise, but we can’t stop now
August 31, 2018 by
We have the power to create the fair economy and just society that we deserve.
Mitra Jalali Nelson: Labor endorsed in St. Paul’s Ward 4
August 6, 2018 by
A self-described “organizer at heart,” Nelson knows it takes people power to make meaningful change.
Teaching, union leadership ‘all come together in the auditor’s office’ for Blaha
August 2, 2018 by
“I’m a math teacher. I don’t have millions of dollars at my disposal… But I’ve got my union family.”
Kip Hedges: Labor has a big stake in St. Paul’s fight for $15
August 1, 2018 by
The labor movement was at its strongest when we took on fights that benefited the entire working class.
Kera Peterson: Political action critical to defending our basic freedoms
April 27, 2018 by
We are strongest when we come together in union. This November, voters will be asked to choose between candidates who support this basic freedom and those who don’t.
Ken Peterson: Safety legislation offers lesson in policy over party
April 26, 2018 by
April 28 is Workers Memorial Day, meant to remember those who were killed at work and to advocate for improved worker safety and health. The day is also a useful reminder that elected representatives don’t need to be locked in acrimony and positional politics and that they can help. Though the pain is great with […]
Smith hits the ground running in fight to save pensions
March 15, 2018 by
The newly appointed senator landed one of eight seats on a congressional “super-committee” to address the looming retirement crisis.
USW’s Parzino made a career of paper, politics and putting working folks first
March 2, 2018 by
“Steelworkers have always believed in strong health and safety, not only for ourselves but the communities we live and work in.”
Jesse Paggen: We can emerge stronger after Janus – and we must
March 1, 2018 by
“My union has been working hard to make certain we don’t let any divide-and-conquer techniques rip us apart.”
