What do Unions do
When working people come together, they make things better for everyone. Joining together in unions enables workers to negotiate for higher wages and benefits and improve conditions in the workplace. There are millions of union members in America from all walks of life. These individuals know that by speaking up together, you can accomplish more than you could on your own.
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USW National News
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Rapid Response Feedback Report: Victory for Workers: U.S. House of Representatives Pass H.R. 5408, the Faster Labor Contracts Act
Click here to download this Feedback Report as a PDF. Over two weeks, hundreds of USW members contacted their U.S. Representative urging them to support H.R. 5408, the bipartisan Faster Labor Contract... —
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Leading Forward: A Message from the SOAR President
Although I have only recently stepped into the role of SOAR President, I am excited and eager to share my vision, priorities, and recent activities with you. My top priority is raising awareness that... —
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SOAR Members Are Watching and Speaking Up!
Throughout April and May, current and retired USW members participated in the USW’s 2026 Your Union, Your Voice (YUYV) virtual town halls and gave feedback in their responses to the USW’s online membe... —
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Rapid Response Action Call: Protect Public Safety and USW Jobs in Massachusetts: Tell Your State Senator to Oppose Changes to Gas Meter Replacement Protocol
Click here to download this Action Call as a PDF. The Massachusetts Senate will soon be considering energy legislation which we are concerned may weaken important gas safety inspections by ending the... —
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Action Call: Ensure Workers Can Secure a Fair First Contract!
When workers come together to form a union, they are standing up for better wages, strongerbenefits, safer workplaces, and a voice on the job. But even after workers successfully organize andwin a uni... —