A message of thanks from ILWUCanada President Rob Ashton

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Workers have been *busy* this year! 🧵

For a more in-depth review of what ILWU Local 5 has been up to lately, check out the latest Dispatcher article by Oregon Area Lead Organizer, Ryan Takas: ilwu.org/looking-back-l…

ILWU statement on the passing of President Jimmy Carter

“Negotiations with Portland Street Medicine are underway! We have a long road ahead but are looking forward to arriving at a contract that is fair and supports our work in providing medical care to our patients.”

As we enter 2025 remembering the legacy of honorary ILWU Local 10 member Dr. Martin Luther King and his commitment to fighting the triplets of racism, economic exploitation and militarism is more important than ever.

Senator Murray Meets with Local Businesses, ILWU, Port of Kalama to Discuss How Trump’s Chaotic Trade War is Hurting Washington State. 1/4 murray.senate.gov/in-vancouver-s…

“The deployment of the National Guard in the streets of Los Angeles by the Trump Administration is a dangerous provocation by the federal government that escalates the conflict and endangers lives. The ILWU stands in opposition to this abuse of power."

On June 19th, 2020, ILWU dockworkers stopped work for 8 hours in observance of Juneteenth & in solidarity with the movements for racial & social justice that erupted following the murder of George Floyd. Wishing every worker a Happy Freedom Day. Photo by BrookeAnderson

The Senate has a dangerous provision that would ban states from regulating AI and automation for 10 years. This would allow AI and automation without any guardrails, worker protections or oversight. This endagers our jobs and communities. ilwu.org/urgent-action/