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What do you have to thank the labor movement for this Thanksgiving? |
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By and Photos by Slobodan Dimitrov
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Stephen Mullineaux
Ironworkers Local 416
“I’m grateful for Local 416’s benefits and for the work we get everyday. I’m a new journeyman. The higher pay, health benefits, and retirement plan are what brought me to the union.”.
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Brian Suttle
Ironworkers Local 416
“I’m thankful to Local 416 for providing us with a continuous skilled labor force. I’m proud of that. When an ironworker comes out in the field, he is a skilled worker. That also makes me feel safe.”
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Albert Vega
Ironworkers Local 416
“I’m thankful for the negotiated benefits the union business agents are able to get for us. They stand behind all the members. Whatever grievances we have, they are right on top of it, taking care of any problems.”
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Keith Kurowsky
Ironworkers Local 416
“I appreciate the apprenticeship program that we have. It allows young people out of high school to get a good career with high paying jobs, with great benefits, through our union’s efforts.”
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Kory Kotowski
Ironworkers Local 416
“I’m thankful this Thanksgiving for my union’s ability in providing me with health benefits and good wages. It helps me raise my children decently by providing health care benefits. Because we’re a skilled work force, my union provides me with good secure jobs.”
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