NLRB Ruling Making Captive Audience Meetings Illegal is a Win for Workers’ Rights

Nov 19, 2024 | Politics & Legislative News

Brian Bryant, International President of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM Union), issued a statement today on the National Labor Relations Board’s (NLRB) decision to make mandatory captive audience meetings illegal:

“This is a major victory for workers across the United States. Companies use these meetings to pressure and mislead employees about unions. Now, workers will be free to make their own choices without fear of retaliation.

“The NLRB ruling clarifies that forcing employees to attend anti-union meetings violates their rights. Employers forcing workers to sit through these captive audience meetings undermine workers’ rights to organize their workplaces through fear and intimidation.

“These meetings are always unfair and one-sided. They create an intimidating atmosphere where workers can’t speak out or ask questions. This NLRB decision levels the playing field and ensures everyone has a fair chance to hear both sides.

“The IAM has been a vocal opponent of captive audience meetings for many years. We believe this ruling will empower more workers to join together and negotiate for better wages, benefits, and working conditions.

“This ruling shows how vital the NLRB is for enforcing U.S. labor law and shaping the lives of working people. The IAM  stands ready to assist any worker who wants to learn more about their rights and how to form a union.” 

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We Will Always Stand United

Nov 6, 2024 | Politics & Legislative News

Dear IAM Family,

In our union and in our nation, the principles of democracy are placed above all else. We value every voice and every perspective. We stand for the dignity of all work and of all people.

Those principles – democracy, freedom and opportunity for all – will always guide the IAM. Nothing will change that.

We are proud of every IAM member who made their voices heard in this election. The spirit of activism and engagement is strong in our union. We must – and we will – carry that resolve forward.

And if we look at our 136-year history, the path forward is clear.

We will organize. We will join together. We will defend the rights and freedoms of all.

In solidarity,

Brian Bryant
International President

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Union Members Mobilize in Charlotte for Critical Get-Out-the-Vote Effort

Nov 5, 2024 | Politics & Legislative News

In Charlotte, N.C., hundreds of union members from various unions gathered at the American Postal Workers 375 Union Hall for a labor-focused get-out-the-vote effort, coordinated by the North Carolina AFL-CIO. This Saturday event organized volunteers to canvas the city, distributing materials to union members’ homes to help them make informed choices in this year’s presidential election.

AFL-CIO Secretary-Treasurer Fred Redmond kicked off the event, expressing gratitude to the volunteers for their dedication in educating fellow union members. He emphasized the importance of knocking on union households’ doors and engaging in meaningful conversations to empower communities and amplify workers’ voices.

“This gathering is a testament to your commitment to labor values and dedication to the movement. You could be home today, but you know this election is too important,” said Redmond. “You understand what’s at stake, and that the work we do leading up to election day will shape the future of the United States for generations.”

The two presidential tickets stand in stark contrast on labor and workers’ rights. Trump and Vance oppose key labor rights by supporting practices like firing striking workers and withholding overtime pay, even crossing picket lines themselves. In contrast, IAM-endorsed candidates Kamala Harris and Tim Walz have shown their solidarity by joining picket lines and supporting the Protecting the Right to Organize (PRO) Act.

This election is pivotal, giving us a chance to elect leaders who respect workers’ rights and the freedom to unionize, like Braxton Winston (IATSE), who is running to become the first hourly worker and union member elected as North Carolina’s Labor Commissioner.

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