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“We are so skilled in our daily tasks, so vital to the success of the companies we work for, so “mission critical” in so many industries, that we are ‘the indispensables’.” - President Buffenbarger |
Buffenbarger was equally blunt about the events that rocked our countries, our union and our economies during the past four years. “The last four years have been an unmitigated disaster for tens of thousands of our IAM brothers and sisters,” said Buffenbarger. “And yet, even in the midst of these man-made tornadoes, the IAM has had significant victories.”
In the coming week, Buffenbarger urged the delegates to act on changes needed to preserve what he called the IAM’s “critical mass.” “There are things we must do this week to keep this union strong,” said Buffenbarger, who called for major commitments to organizing, contract negotiations and support for an accounting system that protects local financial officers.
“Being a Fighting Machinist means fighting for what is right, fighting for what is ours,” said Buffenbarger in closing. “Creating a solidarity of spirit will enable us to win each and every one of these fights – And win we will.”
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