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politics1 year ago

"Biden Secures United Steelworkers Union Endorsement in Battle for Blue-Collar Support"

President Biden received the endorsement of the United Steelworkers as he continues to vie for the blue-collar vote against former President Trump. The union, representing 850,000 workers, cited Biden's support for working families, collective bargaining, and middle-class growth as reasons for their endorsement. This comes after the United Auto Workers also endorsed Biden, while the International Brotherhood of Teamsters made a significant donation to the Republican National Committee, signaling a shift in union support. The endorsement highlights Biden's focus on infrastructure investment, worker-centered trade policy, and protection of retirement security, as he seeks to secure the support of key labor groups ahead of a likely rematch with Trump in November.

via Fox Business|
#blue-collar-vote#labor-groups#politics
politics1 year ago

"President Gains UAW Support, Seeks Teamsters' Backing"

President Biden is meeting with the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, a powerful union with 1.3 million members, but an endorsement is not expected until closer to November. While Biden has secured endorsements from other major unions, the Teamsters' decision may take time due to their history of endorsing late in the election cycle. The union's discussions with Biden will focus on issues such as wages, wealth inequality, and the freedom to join a union. Despite the importance of union endorsements, they do not guarantee votes, but they do signal to members which candidate their leadership supports.

via NPR|
#joe-biden#labor-unions#politics
politics1 year ago

"Trump and Biden Clash Over UAW Endorsement in Swing State"

After the United Auto Workers union endorsed President Joe Biden, former President Donald Trump criticized the union's president, prompting the Biden campaign to respond. Both campaigns are vying for support from union voters in battleground states. The UAW's endorsement is significant as union voters have been influential in past elections. Trump attacked the UAW's president on social media, while Biden's campaign accused Trump of having a "wounded ego." The back-and-forth reflects the importance of union support in the upcoming election.

via ABC News|
#battleground-states#donald-trump#joe-biden
politics2 years ago

"Biden's UAW Endorsement Ignites Controversy Amid Gaza Conflict"

The United Auto Workers' endorsement of President Joe Biden for his 2024 reelection campaign has sparked internal dissent among union members who believe Biden's support for Israel is at odds with the union's call for a ceasefire in Gaza. UAW members interrupted Biden's acceptance of the endorsement, calling for a ceasefire, and at least 527 workers signed a petition pressing union leadership to only endorse candidates who publicly call for a ceasefire. Some members believe the endorsement undermines the union's leverage to push for a ceasefire, while others have withdrawn their support of the UAW's political arm. UAW President Shawn Fain reaffirmed the union's pro-ceasefire position and stated that the protesters were exercising their democratic rights.

via The Intercept|
#ceasefire#gaza#joe-biden
politics2 years ago

"United Auto Workers Endorse Biden for Reelection, Strengthening Union Support in Swing States"

The United Auto Workers endorsed President Biden, emphasizing his support for union members and contrasting him with former President Trump, whom they labeled a "scab" and a billionaire. The endorsement is seen as crucial in auto-making swing states like Michigan and Wisconsin. While Biden has made efforts to appeal to union members, some UAW members expressed concerns about his support for Israel in the war in Gaza. The UAW's endorsement is expected to have a significant impact on the upcoming election, particularly in key battleground states.

via The Washington Post|
#donald-trump#joe-biden#politics
labor-relations2 years ago

UPS Teamsters Begin Voting on New Tentative Agreement

The Teamsters union, representing around 340,000 UPS workers, has endorsed a tentative labor contract agreement reached with UPS, avoiding a potential strike. The majority of local unions have endorsed the agreement, and now all rank-and-file UPS Teamsters will have the opportunity to vote on ratification between August 3-22. The new five-year agreement covers U.S. Teamsters-represented employees in small-package roles and includes higher wages, the end of two-tier wages for drivers, improved benefits, and other provisions. The contract is valued at $30 billion and is considered a significant achievement for both the union and the company.

via Courier Journal|
#labor-contract#labor-relations#ratification
politics2 years ago

UAW delays Biden endorsement over EV worker concerns.

The United Auto Workers (UAW) is withholding its endorsement for President Joe Biden's reelection until concerns about the auto industry's transition to all-electric vehicles (EVs) are addressed. UAW President Shawn Fain argues that the transition to EVs is currently not a "just transition" for workers, and the union wants national leadership to have their back before making any commitments. The UAW has historically supported Democrats, but Fain said "another Donald Trump presidency would be a disaster." The UAW is concerned about how to transition traditional auto workers into new jobs for EVs, and a 2018 study by the union found mass adoption of EVs could cost the UAW 35,000 jobs.

via CNBC|
#auto-industry#evs#joe-biden