Newsletter Best Feature/Local Lodges
Honorable Mention
Local Lodge 1781-Trade Winds
Burlingame, California
Editors: John Laurin, Dave Lovendahl

"Unionized and Proud-Saves a Life": Describes in a very personal way, the experience of member Charlie Lincoln and his wife at the hands of an all-too-casual U.S. health care system. Lincoln's own devotion to his wife's care and the professional reaction of a young respiratory therapist, who also happened to be the shop steward for her unit at the hospital, were key to diagnosing a serious medical problem and securing appropriate treatment.
Third Place
Local Lodge 701-News and Views
Countryside, Illinois
Editors: Jon Baker, Sam Cincinelli

"Organize, Organize and Then Organize Some More": A real feature illustrating how the local approaches organizing projects through four case studies-three wins and one "no-decision." The report provides plenty of facts and details, names and photos. A genuine feature that is both informative and inspiring.
Second Place
Local Lodge 1487-Air Waves
Des Plaines, Illinois
Editors: Kevin Curtis, Jane Wolski, Michael Callahan

"What's Your Issue?": Subdued, yet compelling, argument prompting readers to analyze their motivations as they prepare to vote in the general election. Particularly thoughtful and provocative.
First Place
Local Lodge 1746A-Cheshire View
Marion, Connecticut
Editor: Mark Steven Dion

"The Night of the Living Dead": An opinion, unequivocally stated, nicely documented and well written. Daily newspapers, with their often waffling editorials should take note. In the best traditions of journalism, the author doesn't quibble while making a solid case against rotating night shifts.

Newsletter Best Feature/Districts

Third Place
District 141M-News and Views
South San Francisco, California
Editor: Scotty Ford

A look at the career of retiring DL President: A fine tribute to the 43-year career of outgoing DL President Ken Thiede. It's good writing and thorough reporting. Touches on both the professional accomplishments and personal life of a respected IAM leader. Well packaged with historic and current photographs. Took a lot of effort.
Second Place
District 143-District 143 News
Eagan, Minnesota
Editor: Mary Beth Christiansen

"Election Reaction": Eight interviews with members gauging their reaction to the outcome of the 2000 Presidential Elections. Different and instructive for both the union and readers. Graphics and content both are well-done. Gives readers a good reason to look forward to the next edition.
First Place
District 190-Sparkplug
Oakland, California
Editors: Debra Chaplan, Don Crosatto

"IAM apprenticeship is key to career": A fascinating discussion, illustrated with lots of interviews and quotes, of the benefits and attractions to the union's apprenticeship program. Sidebars and boxes help lighten up a necessarily long story and impart useful information.

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