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SHERROD IS BACK! Congratulations, @SherrodBrown! Ohio knows the difference between someone who talks about workers and someone who spends his life fighting for us. The dignity of work belongs at the center of our politics. Tonight, Ohio put it there.
Fresh off his election at the 41st International Convention, First District IVP Matt Wayland sits down with President Cooper and talks about his journey, and his vision for Canadian IBEW members. @ibewcanada youtube.com/watch?si=VwoudCr…
"Young Americans could be earning six-figure salaries without taking on college debt as the AI boom fuels demand for skilled electricians, according to a veteran tradesman who says he has never struggled to find work in his 26-year career." bit.ly/47T5THO
Congratulations to @ATDA_NOW on the news that the National Mediation Board has authorized a union election at Union Pacific Railroad. This is a big step forward in ensuring that all train dispatchers enjoy the right to collectively bargain. bit.ly/4zoZO1Y
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We’re reaching Texas workers where they’re at — on the jobsite! @IBEW members know we need to show up in solidarity for our pro-worker candidates this election.
Vote early by FRIDAY, Oct. 30 ➡️ texasaflcio.org/vote
“America has lost one of its greatest champions for workers’ rights and the dignity of all people... Her voice will be deeply missed, but her spirit will continue to guide the labor movement she loved.” - #IBEW Pres. Kenny Cooper bit.ly/4zhbYda
"New York needs an energy policy built on affordability, reliability and good jobs, one that weighs every credible option, including nuclear" - Steve Carroll, Business Manager, #IBEW Local 320 timesunion.com/opinion/artic…
"I entered the five-year apprenticeship with the #IBEW after military service in 2003. That decision allowed me to raise a family in one of the most expensive regions in the world." - Pete Seaberg, Business Manager, IBEW Local 332 bit.ly/4k0g70n
Give us your best shot! #IBEW Photo Contest's deadline has been extended to Nov. 30th. Enter now! bit.ly/4z9hRJk
"The voters can smell if you’re authentic or not from a mile away, and at the end of the day you have to remember that those are the people you’re representing." - Florida Senator, #IBEW Local 915 member Brian Nathan bit.ly/4sge7mr
For both men and women, the suicide rate in the building trades outpaces the U.S. average for all working people. Here's what #IBEW members are doing to break the stigma around mental health. bit.ly/4sd6SMm
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Building the future of the grid ⚡️
The Ferreira Power crew is hard at work building the Grape Substation—putting in the time, teamwork, and craftsmanship it takes to power the communities ahead. 💪🔧🏗️
"Tripling union density wouldn’t only benefit union members. Nonunion workers would also see large raises, because strong unions lift standards across the economy." time.com/article/2026/10/15/…
"LaDonna Glass decided to leave college after a year. After working at Jersey Mike’s Subs, she signed up for a four-year apprenticeship with the #IBEW. She makes $21 an hour working while taking free classes to become a licensed member of her union." bit.ly/47hpX6o
"76% of manufacturers report a moderate-to-severe shortage of skilled workers today...This is the urgency that drives the #IBEW backed Clean Technology Training Trust." bit.ly/4dtgxYU
"I’ve been a union electrician for most of my working life...that’s why I’ve been paying close attention to the growth and development of data centers." - Steve Sydow irontontribune.com/2026/10/0…
When Marlene Leamon learned that a women’s centre needed help with electrical repairs, she was certain that it would be a great volunteer opportunity for the recently formed Women’s Committee at St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, Local 2330. bit.ly/4zjAxp8
“The burden of railroad consolidations has always fallen on the employee... Assurances that [the Union Pacific/NS merger] will be different are unconvincing" - #IBEW President Kenneth W. Cooper. bit.ly/4y8kB8n
