UMWA’s Allen Updates Board on Pension Crisis

Coming from yet another federal bankruptcy court’s hearing for a coal company trying to dump its contractual obligations to miners, retirees and their families, United Mine Workers of America (UMWA) […]
Sacco Urges MTD Affiliates to Remain Vigilant in The Fight for Workers

When he opened the 2019 meeting of the Maritime Trades Department (MTD) Executive Board near Orlando on February 21, Michael Sacco emphasized two ongoing struggles of paramount importance to working […]
MarAd’s Buzby Tells MTD He Is Optimistic about Industry

The head of the U.S. Maritime Administration (MarAd) thoroughly understands the challenges facing America’s maritime industry, but remains optimistic about its future. Maritime Administrator Mark Buzby delivered that message February […]