Goals of the IAM
Cost-of-living raises so that wage rates rise with living
costs.
Increased purchasing power to provide a higher standard of
living.
Paid sick leave and life insurance for workers; employer-paid
hospital, medical, dental and eye care benefits for workers and
their families
Equal pay for equal work regardless of sex, race, or national
origin.
A safe, healthy workplace.
Shorter work week with double time for voluntary overtime.
Restrictions on subcontracting. Employer-paid insurance for
worn, broken, or stolen tools.
Joint apprentice training and retraining on the job.
Portable pensions with optional early retirement benefits.
Severance pay and supplemental unemployment benefits.
Union Shop.
The above comes from the International Association of
Machinists website.
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