- January 21, 2012 Steelworkers Rally Across America in Support of Ohio Cooper Tire Workers On January 14, 2012, United Steelworker (USW) members across America held informational rallies in support of the locked out workers at USW Local 207L in Findlay, OH. Since November 28, 2011, Cooper Tire and Rubber Co. refused the union's offer to remain on the job while negotiations proceeded.
- December 06, 2011 Statement by USW International President Leo W. Gerard on Upper Big Branch Mine Disaster Settlement The record penalty imposed as a result of the 2010 Upper Big Branch Mine explosion that killed 29 men in West Virginia in 2010 is a significant step by the federal government, United Steelworkers (USW) International President Leo W. Gerard said today.
- December 02, 2011 USW Applauds Congressional Call for Action on Green Energy Leo W. Gerard, president of the United Steelworkers (USW) issued a statement today, commenting on a letter sent by 59 members of Congress to President Obama calling for action on Chinese clean energy protectionism.
- December 01, 2011 USW Supports U.S. Rep. Rahall Buy America Bill Called the ‘Invest in American Jobs Act of 2011’ Stan Johnson, International Secretary-Treasurer of the United Steelworkers (USW), today joined introduction of a major bill, the ‘Invest in American Jobs Act of 2011’ (H.R. 3533), with Congressman Nick J. Rahall (D-WV), the ranking member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, other ranking Democrats and AFL-CIO Secretary-Treasurer Liz Shuler.
- November 16, 2011 USW Lauds Legislation that Would Adjust Consumer Price Index for Elderly he United Steelworkers (USW) today strongly endorsed legislation by Sens. Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio) and Barbara Mikulski (D-Md.) that would adopt a much more accurate consumer price index for elderly consumers (CPI-E).
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- April 21, 2009 District 8 Director, Ernest R. "Billy" Thompson Ernest R. "Billy" Thompson is serving his fourth term as Director of District 8. He was first elected to that post in November 1997, then re-elected in 2001, 2005 and 2009.
- April 20, 2009 District Contacts This page contains contact information about United Steelworkers representatives and staff in District 8.
- October 16, 2009 Local Union Links This page highlights USW Local Unions in District 8 who wish to promote their Web sites. Please notify the Webmaster of any address changes for your Web site or to have your Web site listed below.
- December 18, 2009 USW Courses and Training Descriptions This section the features about various training and courses offered by the United Steelworkers.
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- April 21, 2009 What Is Rapid Response Rapid Response is the Steelworkers' nonpartisan grassroots education, communication, and action program that involves every member.
- June 11, 2009 Rapid Response Coordinator in District 8 Locals seeking information on Rapid Response activities in Kentucky, Maryland, Virginia and West Virginia, including new team training and general program assistance, should contact the following Coordinator.
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- April 21, 2009 District 8 Organizing Coordinators None of the information below will be disclosed to anyone outside the union. You can contact United Steelworker District 8 Organizing Coordinators by calling the numbers below during working hours, and after hours if you leave your name and number someone will return your call.
- June 12, 2009 Organize The United Steelworkers, AFL-CIO-CLC, is your opportunity for a change. By organizing with the USW, you become part of an organization that brings with its over 850,000 members.
- October 16, 2009 Why Should I Join A Union? Having a Union in your workplace is the most beneficial thing you can do to secure your future and the future of your family! Read more to find out why.
- October 28, 2009 Frequently Asked Questions and Answers About Forming a Union Some questions are answered dealing with forming a new local union. What will be in our first union contract? Membership dues. When do we begin paying? How much are they?
- October 28, 2009 Summary of the National Labor Relations Act It is in the national interest of the United States to maintain full production in its economy. Industrial strife among employees, employers, and labor organizations interferes with full production and is contrary to our national interest. Experience has shown that labor disputes can be lessened if the parties involved recognize the legitimate rights of each in their relations with one another.
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- July 20, 2009 Women of Steel Coordinators Women -- especially our "Women of Steel" activists play a major role shaping the future for working women. In this section is a listing of Women of Steel Coordinators in Kentucky, Maryland, Virginia and West Virginia.
- June 30, 2009 Women's Committee Building Solidarity Action Calendar Create Your Own Women's Committee "Building Solidarity
- October 16, 2009 Statement of Policy on Sexual Harassment Sexual Harassment is not a joke. It creates feelings of uneasiness, humiliation and discomfort. It is an expression of perceived power and superiority by the harasser over another person. There are two principle fundamental to the trade union movement: human rights and solidarity. Sexual harassment strikes at the heart of both.
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