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150 workers at a vehicle processing center in Tacoma, WA, won their first contract last year, a huge step for the International Longshore and Warehouse Union organizing down the supply chain, writes Zack Pattin, longshoreman and rep with ILWU Local 23 labornotes.org/2026/01/orga...
28.01.2026 15:53 — 👍 16 🔁 3 💬 0 📌 2
Image of the ILWU Statement on letterhead. The International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) released the following statement: “The ILWU strongly condemns the senseless killing of Alex Pretti, an AFGE Local 3669 member and ICU nurse at the Minneapolis Veterans Affairs. “Alex was shot after being wrestled to the ground by a group of masked ICE agents while lawfully exercising his First and Second Amendment rights. He was one of thousands of Minnesotans who have courageously chosen to stand in solidarity with their neighbors, coworkers, and community amid an ongoing escalation of federal government violence against the people of Minneapolis. “Our deepest condolences go out to Alex’s family and community. We join in calls for accountability and for an open and transparent investigation into Alex’s death led by local and state law enforcement.” Robert Olvera, Jr International President Ryan Whitman International Vice President, Mainland Edwin R. Ferris International Secretary-Treasurer
28.01.2026 21:18 — 👍 3 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0
The International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) released the following statement: “The ILWU strongly condemns the murder of Renee Good by a masked ICE agent in Minneapolis. Our condolences go out to her family and loved ones. “The violent escalations by ICE agents in cities across the United States are an attempt to terrorize and intimidate migrant communities and anyone who dares to raise their voice in protest. “This abuse of power by ICE agents and the militarization of our communities is making us less safe and poses an existential threat to our civil liberties, freedoms, and constitutional rights. “The ILWU stands in solidarity with all of those courageously protecting their migrant neighbors, coworkers, and communities from the federal government’s ongoing reckless and dangerous attacks.”
09.01.2026 19:42 — 👍 14 🔁 4 💬 1 📌 1
Local politicians standing with baristas on ULP strike in Columbia, SC
Day THIRTY-NINE of our national ULP strike - and baristas are fired up, united, and taking action.
Our demands are clear: Starbucks needs to stop union busting and finalize a contract with the pay, hours, and protections we need to succeed. #NoContractNoCoffee
JWJ is thrilled to see two of our members (ILWU Local 5 + Unite Oregon) come together through the formation of the Unite Oregon Workers Union!
Congratulations on voluntary recognition!
We are also thrilled to see another group of nonprofit workers go union! ✊ #UnionsforAll
A grid of 12 smiling workers on a video call. Below the grid are logos for Unite Oregon, ILWU Local 5, and the Unite Oregon Union.
In a shared commitment to equity, justice, and dignity, nonprofit Unite Oregon (@uniteoregon.bsky.social) and ILWU Local 5 are proud to jointly announce voluntary recognition of the Unite Oregon Workers Union!
Read our joint press release: www.uniteoregon.org/unite-all/un...
ILWU Statement of Policy: The ILWU Versus Fascism
On December 12, the ILWU International Executive Board unanimously approved the Statement of Policy: The ILWU Versis Facsim.
15.12.2025 23:38 — 👍 5 🔁 2 💬 1 📌 1
Great to sit down with ILWU Local 46, as well as Port of Hueneme and Oxnard district officials to talk about supporting our ports, longshoremen, and local economy. Investing in our ports is essential for the small businesses and communities that rely on them.
19.11.2025 15:59 — 👍 3 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0
Much thanks to ILWU for standing in solidarity with federal employees across the nation!
17.10.2025 21:01 — 👍 7 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
The International Longshore and Warehouse Union released the following statement: The International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) strongly opposes the escalation and continued use of tariff threats by both the Chinese and United States governments. Trade policies based on chaotic and unpredictable tariffs have led to unnecessary inflation and financial uncertainty in our communities, at our jobsites and at the dinner tables of working-class families in America. The announcements by both governments of yet more change to international trade and tariff policy will create additional instability across our supply chain and economy, harming workers and businesses alike. We urge the leadership of the United States government to resolve these issues while keeping in mind the real life impact their decisions have on Americans.
13.10.2025 14:28 — 👍 3 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
