Update #12 September 4, 2015
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First, we want to thank the members, retirees, their families and other supporters who participated in our rallies, marches and other actions this week for their tremendous display of unity and solidarity. The negotiating committee truly appreciates your hard work and dedication while this long, difficult process continues.
ArcelorMittal management certainly saw our numbers and heard our voices in opposition to their unfair and unnecessary demands with thousands of Steelworkers rallying in solidarity outside their doors on Tuesday.
Although the company says that it wants a new contract with our union, that desire has not been reflected in its proposals at the table. While we continue to meet, progress has been slow, and ArcelorMittal persists in seeking major changes to our agreements that would reduce the security of our jobs, earnings and benefits.
We remain committed to our goal of reaching a fair contract, and we question whether we are dealing with people who have the authority to negotiate an agreement.
We must continue standing together and delivering to management the consistent message that we will not allow the company to take away the rights and benefits we have earned and deserve, nor will we allow them to dig into the pockets of our retirees.
As always, we remind everyone to work safely and urge your continued solidarity. We will keep you informed of our progress and look forward to the challenges ahead.
