Anti-Union

Democrats and labor leaders went on the offensive against anti-union House Republicans Wednesday, accusing GOP members and business groups of threatening the country's middle class through a raft of legislation that could weaken unions.
At a forum hosted by the AFL-CIO, Sen. Tom Harkin (D-Iowa) argued that Republican efforts to strip power from the National Labor Relations Board, the federal agency that enforces labor law, were part of a broader attack on collective bargaining rights across the country. The fight, he added, was ultimately about "fairness and equity" in the economy.
"We've got to quit being on the defensive," Harkin said. "We have to take our case to the American people ... attacking [Republicans] for what they're trying to do. The American people are starting to understand how unfair the economic system is, how unfair it is for banks and the wealthy to get all the government largesse and for working people to get nothing."
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Early Millwrights

Early Millwrights

The word "millwright" has long been used to describe the man who was marked by everything ingenious and skillful.

For several centuries in England and Scotland the millwright was recognized as a man with a knowledge of carpentry, blacksmithing and lathe work in addition to the fitter and erector.

He was the recognized representative of mechanical arts and was looked upon as the authority in all applications of winds and water, under whatever conditions they were to be used, as a motive power for the purpose of manufacture.

In other words, as the above definition would indicate,

he was the area engineer, a kind of jack of all trades who was equally comfortable at the lathe, the anvil or the carpenter's bench.

Thus, the millwright of the last several centuries was an itinerant engineer and mechanic of high reputation and recognized abilities.

He could handle the axe, the hammer and the plane with equal skill and precision.

He could turn, bore or forge with the ease and ability of one brought up in those trades.

He could set and cut in the furrows of a millstone with an accuracy equal to or superior to that of the miller himself.

In most instances, the millwright was a fair arithmetician, knew something of geometry, leveling and measurements, and often possessed a very competent knowledge of practical mathematics.

He could calculate the velocities, strength and power of machines; could draw in plans, construct buildings, conduits or watercources, in all the forms and under all the conditions required in his professional practice.

He could build bridges, cut canals and perform a variety of work now done by civil engineers.

In the early days of North America millwrights designed and constructed the mills where flour and grist were ground by water power.

Water was directed over hand-constructed wooden mill wheels to turn big wooden gears and generate power.

Millwrights executed every type of engineering operation in the construction of these mills.

The introduction of the steam engine, and the rapidity with which it created new trades, proved a heavy blow to the distinctive position of the millwrights,

by bringing into the field a new class of competitors in the form of turners, fitters, machine makers, and mechanical engineers.

Although there was an extension of the demand for millwork, it nevertheless lowered the profession of the millwright, and leveled it to a great degree with that of the ordinary mechanic.

It was originally the custom for the millwrights to have meetings for themselves in every shop.

These meetings usually included long discussions of practical science and the principles of construction which more often than not ended in a quarrel.

One benefit of these meetings was the imparting of knowledge, as young aspirants would frequently become excited by the illustrations and chalk diagrams by which each side supported their arguments.


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What is a Union

What Is A Union

A Union is not anything if it consists of each of us.
It is only something if it consists of all of us..
Millwright Ron
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How can I support my union?

How can I support my union?

There are a number of things members can do to make the Union even stronger than it is today. Participating in your local union, sticking together, and educating potential members and the public about our unions are simple, everyday ways we can support our unions.

• Attend local union meetings regularly. If you cannot attend meetings, talk to your shop steward or other members about what took place and try to make the next one.
• Stay informed. Keep up with current events and what's happening in your workplace. Keep up with news that affects you and your union.
• Participate in union elections. Whether it's elections for officers, contract votes or local union business, your opinion counts and can make a difference.
• Get to know your steward, he or she is your primary contact with your union and can answer many of your questions or refer you to the appropriate resources.
• Get to know your local officers and trustees. Many local unions provide contact information and bios on their web sites.
• Review your local union bylaws. Each local is autonomous and has its own set of rules and guidelines.
• Attend union rallies and events when you can. You may not be able to make them all, but standing together shows strength in numbers.
• Become an e-activist. Read and participate on blog sites in your community or state, or start your own blog. Join Union sites on MySpace, YouTube, Facebook and other social networking sites. Comment on local newspaper or TV station web sites to provide the Union perspective
• Spread the word. If you hear about an issue that concerns you, tell your friends, relatives and coworkers and show them how to get involved. Educate others. Talk about what being a Union means to you. Tell your friends, relatives and other workers you bump into about benefits of being a Union Member.

 

 

Millwright Ron

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Millwrights and Machine Erectors

 "Millwrights and Machine Erectors"
Union Millwrights
Millwrights Store

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Union Millwrights

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Millwrights and Machine Erectors

"Millwrights and Machine Erectors"
Union Millwrights
Millwrights Store

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Union Millwrights

Union Millwrights
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Union Millwright Pictures

Union Millwrights
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Keep Your Hands Off My Tools

"Keep Your Hands Off My Tools"

Union Millwrights
Millwrights Store

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The Trade Of All Trades

"The Trade Of All Trades"
Union Millwrights
"GODS CHOSEN FEW"
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GODS CHOSE FEW

Union Millwrights
"GODS CHOSEN FEW"
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Union Millwrights

I Am Union And I VOTE Union

I Am Union And I VOTE Union
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America Is Union

America is UNION
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Millwright Work Canada

We now have opportunities for both Canadian and International Millwrights in Beautiful British Columbia! If you or someone you know is interested please visit our Millwright Job Board and submit your resume!
http://www.redsealrecruiting.com/job-board/millwright/

Here are the 40 Republicans who voted to keep America’s veterans unemployed,

Here are the 40 Republicans who voted to keep America’s veterans unemployed,

Alexander (R-TN)
Ayotte (R-NH)
Barrasso (R-WY)
Blunt (R-MO)
Boozman (R-AR)
Burr (R-NC)
Chambliss (R-GA)
Coats (R-IN)
Coburn (R-OK)
Cochran (R-MS)
Corker (R-TN)
Cornyn (R-TX)
Crapo (R-ID)
DeMint (R-SC)
Enzi (R-WY)
Graham (R-SC)
Grassley (R-IA)
Hatch (R-UT)
Hoeven (R-ND)
Hutchison (R-TX)
Isakson (R-GA)
Johanns (R-NE)
Johnson (R-WI)
Kyl (R-AZ)
Lee (R-UT)
Lugar (R-IN)
McCain (R-AZ)
McConnell (R-KY)
Moran (R-KS)
Paul (R-KY)
Portman (R-OH)
Risch (R-ID)
Roberts (R-KS)
Rubio (R-FL)
Sessions (R-AL)
Shelby (R-AL)
Thune (R-SD)
Toomey (R-PA)
Vitter (R-LA)
Wicker (R-MS)

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Millwrights

Romney

I severed my country by giving them a blank check of myself. I severed my country with four years of military service and two tours of duty in Vietnam. I carry my scars and memories in my soul and in my heart. Know bank will place them in a...

vault.

Romney compares not “What you can do for your country” but but look how much I suffered to make money.
Proud to be a "Disabled Veteran and a Retired Union Millwright"
Millwright Ron

Rom-money says
One day after he was roundly criticized by both parties for his comments about Libya, Republican Presidential nominee Mitt Romney attempted to burnish his foreign-policy credentials today, telling reporters that “no one has spent more time overseas than my money has.”

“My money has served in banks from Switzerland to Bermuda, and from Bermuda to the Cayman Islands,” Mr. Romney said. “I challenge my opponent’s money to equal that record of service.”

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Unions Pay Better

It always seems strange why anyone would chose to make less money,less benefits,less insurance,less retirement,less and less. Just how dumb does it take… Not to be able to realize the benefits of belong to a group that looks out for you and your family

Union definition:
"A combination so formed, especially an alliance or confederation of
people, parties, or political entities for mutual interest or benefit"

Every doctor,every lawyer,every teacher,every realtor,every police officer, every professional baseball payer,every professional football player,every professional basketball player,every professional umpire,every dentist belongs to a organization or association to that offers help and support to that individual or group. Our country is full of professional associations that take dues form their members.

But if a worker joins a group to help themselves.

That person becomes a low life dirty dog. This starts with industry and people who are ignorant of Unions and of the real work place.

Jobs are moved over seas to the cheapest labor cost and less government control….. Does that mean that we who work with our hands,our brains and our hearts have to make third world wages? Does this mean that we have to work in a unsafe environment? Do we have to sacrifice our health, our bodies and our loved ones?

There is always someone who will work cheaper, with less safety and less concern about our environment.

Just look at big business….. The owners of mines,factories and companies who are fined or arrested each year for pollution,safety violations,harassment,lying,endangering their employees.

The Ceo’s that steal hundreds of millions of dollars from their companies and stock holders. If you think Unions are corrupted? You hand better take a good look at big business. The IRS does?

Today we need organization of Labor more than ever.

Unions …. "The people who brought you the weekends"

Union Millwright and Damn Proud Of It
Millwright Ron
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How can I support my union?

How can I support my union?

There are a number of things members can do to make the Union even stronger than it is today. Participating in your local union, sticking together, and educating potential members and the public about our unions are simple, everyday ways we can support our unions.

• Attend local union meetings regularly. If you cannot attend meetings, talk to your shop steward or other members about what took place and try to make the next one.
• Stay informed. Keep up with current events and what's happening in your workplace. Keep up with news that affects you and your union.
• Participate in union elections. Whether it's elections for officers, contract votes or local union business, your opinion counts and can make a difference.
• Get to know your steward, he or she is your primary contact with your union and can answer many of your questions or refer you to the appropriate resources.
• Get to know your local officers and trustees. Many local unions provide contact information and bios on their web sites.
• Review your local union bylaws. Each local is autonomous and has its own set of rules and guidelines.
• Attend union rallies and events when you can. You may not be able to make them all, but standing together shows strength in numbers.
• Become an e-activist. Read and participate on blog sites in your community or state, or start your own blog. Join Union sites on MySpace, YouTube, Facebook and other social networking sites. Comment on local newspaper or TV station web sites to provide the Union perspective
• Spread the word. If you hear about an issue that concerns you, tell your friends, relatives and coworkers and show them how to get involved. Educate others. Talk about what being a Union means to you. Tell your friends, relatives and other workers you bump into about benefits of being a Union Member.

Millwright Ron

www.unionmillwright.com

 

Unions

Unions:
Strip away all the good Unions have done for America since its earliest days,
and you would see an ugly picture. The truth about the value of Unions in
America is found in our history. Don't believe the lies about Unions. Be
deligent and responsibl­e enough to learn the facts about all the good Unions
have done for all American's­ not just for their members.

Millwright Ron

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Reasons Why You Should Thank a Union

Reasons Why You Should Thank a Union

Weekends

All Breaks at Work, including your Lunch Breaks

Paid Vacation

FMLA

Sick Leave

Social Security

Minimum Wage

Civil Rights Act/Title VII (Prohibits Employer Discrimination)

8-Hour Work Day

Overtime Pay

Child Labor Laws

Occupational Safety & Health Act (OSHA)

40 Hour Work Week

Worker's Compensation (Worker's Comp)

Unemployment Insurance

Pensions

Workplace Safety Standards and Regulations

Employer Health Care Insurance

Collective Bargaining Rights for Employees

Wrongful Termination Laws

Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967

Whistleblower Protection Laws

Employee Polygraph Protect Act (Prohibits Employer from using a lie detector test on an employee)

Veteran's Employment and Training Services (VETS)

Compensation increases and Evaluations (Raises)

Sexual Harassment Laws

Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA)

Holiday Pay

Employer Dental, Life, and Vision Insurance

Privacy Rights

Pregnancy and Parental Leave

Military Leave

The Right to Strike

Public Education for Children

Equal Pay Acts of 1963 & 2011 (Requires employers pay men and women equally for the same amount of work)

Laws Ending Sweatshops in the United States

 

 

Millwright Ron

 

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