- 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.
- January 18, 2012 A Million Wisconsinites Petition to Recall Scott Walker Petitions with the names of 1 million Wisconsinites were submitted to state elections officials today, in a move that will jump-start the process of removing the nation's most notorious antilabor governor from office.
- December 15, 2011 Dow, Steelworkers Set Positive Tone for Contract Negotiations Labor relations officials at The Dow Chemical Company Michigan Operations and local union leaders kicked off contract negotiations on a positive note Monday with an agreement that has set the stage for productive discussion.
- December 06, 2011 Unemployment, Lockouts and Exposing the Fools Bill Press, from the Bill Press Show, talks with United Steelworkers (USW) President Leo W. Gerard about unemployment, the payroll tax extension and the lockout of workers at Cooper Tire and Rubber.
- 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.
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- October 01, 2009 District 2 Director, Michael Bolton Michael Bolton, Director of USW District 2, began his career in 1976 in Marshalltown, Iowa, where he was a machine operator for Packaging Corporation of America (PCA). There he became active with the United Paperworkers International Union (UPIU), and in 1987, Bolton became a union staff member.
- October 01, 2009 What We Make USW workplaces are found in nearly every sector of the North American economy, from metals, manufacturing, paper, glass rubber, forestry products, chemical industry, rubber, health care, pharmaceuticals to public services, mining and energy and utilities.
- October 01, 2009 Who We Are The United Steelworkers (USW) represents more than 1.2 million members in every state of this country and every province of Canada. The USW is one of the most effective and democratic unions in North America. We have become even bigger and better with the recent merger with PACE Union.
- January 24, 2012 District Contacts This page contains contact information about United Steelworkers representatives and staff in District 2.
- October 02, 2009 Local Union Links This page highlights USW Local Unions in District 2 who wish to promote their Web sites. Please notify Art Kroll of any address changes for your Web site or to have your Web site listed below.
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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 Coordinators in District 2 Locals seeking information on Rapid Response activities in Michigan and Wisconsin, including new team training and general program assistance, should contact the following Coordinators.
- April 15, 2010 The Potential for Green Jobs Rapid Response recently issued a series of InfoAlerts outlining the magnitude of the current jobs crisis. With over 11 million jobs needed to get back to pre-recession levels, we need to look at all options to both secure our current jobs and create new, family and community-supportive jobs.
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- April 21, 2009 District 2 Organizing Coordinator None of the information below will be disclosed to anyone outside the union. You can contact United Steelworker District 2 Organizing Coordinator by calling (989) 667-0660 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 02, 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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- May 04, 2011 "We are all part of history" - District 2 WOS Conference The District 2 Women of Steel Conference was held from April 27 - 28 at the Radisson Paper Valley Hotel in Appleton, WI. Many of the participants had a great experience and were vocal about the conference and moving forward.
- 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 Canada and the U.S.
- July 22, 2011 Michigan and Wisconsin's Women Steelworkers Say Protecting Health and Safety Will Build Stronger Economy in State and Across America The Michigan and Wisconsin Women of Steel, an organization within the United Steelworkers dedicated to advancing working women's issues, recently passed a resolution declaring their support for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's authority to limit greenhouse gas emissions ... more
- November 09, 2010 District 2 Plans Women of Steel Council Meetings Our next Women of Steel Council Meetings have been scheduled. We encourage each Local to send their Women of Steel Chairperson(s) to the council in your area. Local Union Presidents are also welcome to join us in order to get a better appreciation for what Women of Steel is about; educating, mentoring and activating the women in our union, which is a benefit to us all.
- November 09, 2010 Women of Steel Leadership Development Course USW District 2 is pleased to offer the Women of Steel Leadership Development Course. This unique educational offering is designed to help women gain a broad understanding of the various functions of the union, share their perspectives on issues impacting female workers, and to build self-esteem.
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