Political Activism News
A closer look at the USW endorsement process
Our union has a responsibility to evaluate candidates based on how closely they share our values as union members. To start with, if a candidate is anti-union, they won’t get our support. It’s that simple.
Worker Safety an Enduring Commitment of Our Union and Closest Allies
Those we elect in local, state and federal government can be strong allies or significant burdens in our efforts to improve workers’ ability to return home safely each day.
Workers’ Newest Allies in State and Federal Government (Part 4 of Series)
With the strong support of more than a dozen unions, including the USW, Morgan McGarvey was elected to Congress in Kentucky's 3rd Congressional District in 2022.
Election Outcome Creates Opportunity for Restoring Workers' Rights in Michigan
The new pro-worker majority in Michigan’s state legislature acted swiftly on their promise to restore workers’ collective bargaining rights by passing legislation to repeal the state’s so-called “Right to Work” law.
Workers’ Newest Allies in State and Federal Government (Part three of series)
With only two months under his belt as a freshman member of the U.S. House of Representatives, Chris Deluzio has quickly established himself as an unwavering voice for workers. Click to read more...
USW International President Tom Conway Appointed to Key Trade Panel
International President Tom Conway has been appointed to the White House’s Advisory Committee for Trade Policy and Negotiations (ACTPN). ACTPN provide guidance during negotiations for new trade agreements and help monitor trade pacts already in place.
Workers’ Newest Allies in State and Federal Gov’t (Part 2 of Series)
For part two of our Workers’ Newest Allies series we’d like to introduce you to Ohio Representative Emilia Sykes. Sykes represents Congressional District 13, which includes all of Summit County and parts of Stark and Portage counties.
Steelworkers’ Victories in Three Special Elections Secures Pro-Worker Majority in Pa. House
Determined to have labor-friendly allies setting the agenda in Harrisburg, Steelworkers braved the cold throughout January to ensure a strong turnout of union voters on Election Day.
Workers’ Newest Allies in State and Federal Gov’t (Part 1)
USW@Work: Volume 16, Issue 2
In this issue: USW cement workers key part of infrastructure push; ATI forces 1,300 workers to picket line; PRO Act would rebuild labor movement; University of Pittsburgh organizing campaigns pushing forward; and more.
USW@Work: Volume 16, Issue 1
In this issue: Toledo oil refinery workers fighting to preserve good jobs; 500 staff members of four Carnegie museums in the Pittsburgh area join USW; Next Generation continues to grow and inspire new leaders; a highlight of Local 4-2001; and more.
USW@Work: Volume 15: Issue 4
In this issue: highlight of USW Local 137M at Owens-Illinois; Joe Biden's plan to rebuild America and his pro-union record; Trump's broken promises on trade; USW members at Local 4889 answer call to help struggling Philadelphia neighbors; and more.
USW@Work: Volume 15, Issue 3
In this issue: local 2-21 celebrates 100 years making paper in Michigan; how the USW and other unions are confronting COVID-19; NLRB issues complaint against ASARCO and members return to work; and more.
USW@Work: Volume 15, Issue 2
In this issue: members mobilize to fight COVID-19; highlight of USW Local Union 8888; results from the "Your Union. Your Voice." survey and town halls; and a recap of Black Labor Week.
USW@Work: Volume 15, Issue 1
In this issue: Workers ratify a new contract at packaging giant WestRock; an organizing up date from Proterra in California; Rapid Response activists lobbied Congress for legislation to preserve endangered pension funds; the latest on trade; and more.