- July 23, 2010 USW Local 8183 Expresses Condolences, Sets Up Memorial Fund for Horsehead Workers United Steelworkers (USW) Local 8183 and the entire Steelworkers family today expressed its deepest condolences to the loved ones of those injured and killed in last night's explosion at Horeshead Corp.'s zinc processing facility in Monaca. The union also announced today that it has established a memorial fund to help the victims' families.
- June 26, 2010 USW, UMWA Demand Action to Elevate Worker Lives over Profit At an emergency meeting conducted this week to discuss disturbing rates of worker deaths, two labor international union leaders demanded compliance from corporations and rigorous enforcement of regulations from government.
- June 22, 2010 Representative Jason Altmire: Job Killing Deficit Hawk Today's object of special ridicule is Pennsylvania Congressman Jason Altmire. Mr. Altmire insisted on paring back a package of unemployment benefits and aid to deficit strapped state governments. Altmire told the Washington Post: "We've hit the wall. We've come to the tipping point where we're not going to do anymore ...
- March 25, 2010 15th Congressional Hopeful Callahan and Steelworkers Rally The United Steelworkers (USW) Local 2599 Bethlehem hosted a beef and beer fundraiser in late March at the Steelworker's building in Bethlehem, Pa for Bethlehem Mayor John Callahan in his quest to dethrone Representative Charlie Dent (R-PA) in the 15th congressional district.
- February 17, 2010 USW Endorses Dan Onorato for Pennsylvania Governor The United Steelworkers endorsed Allegheny County Executive Dan Onorato in his bid to win the Democratic nomination for Pennsylvania governor this year.
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- April 21, 2009 District 10 Director, John DeFazio John DeFazio was elected director of District 10 in 2001, and re-elected by acclamation in 2005. He began his union career as a member of USW Local 1843 at the former J&L Steel, and was only 29 years old when he was elected president ... read more.
- April 20, 2009 District Contacts This page contains contact information about United Steelworkers representatives and staff in District 10.
- October 21, 2009 Local Union Links This page highlights USW Local Unions in District 10 who wish to promote their Web sites. Please notify the Webmaster of any address changes for your Web site or to have your Web site listed below.
- December 18, 2009 USW Courses and Training Descriptions This section the features about various training and courses offered by the United Steelworkers.
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- April 21, 2009 What Is Rapid Response Rapid Response is the Steelworkers' nonpartisan grassroots education, communication, and action program that involves every member.
- June 11, 2009 Rapid Response Coordinators in District 10 Locals seeking information on Rapid Response activities in Pennsylvania, including new team training and general program assistance, should contact the following Coordinators.
- January 14, 2010 District 10 Rapid Response Congressional Coordinator Training On January 5, 2010, USW Local 2599, Bethlehem, Pa, hosted the District 10 Rapid Response Congressional Coordinator Training. The purpose of the training was to provide the Rapid Response Congressional Coordinators with a “Members Only Web Site.”
- May 20, 2010 Sestak Rally, May 14, 2010
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- April 21, 2009 District 10 Organizing Coordinator None of the information below will be disclosed to anyone outside the union. You can contact United Steelworker District 10 Organizing Coordinator by calling (412) 824-8140 during working hours, and after hours if you leave your name and number someone will return your call.
- June 12, 2009 Organize The United Steelworkers, AFL-CIO-CLC, is your opportunity for a change. By organizing with the USW, you become part of an organization that brings with its over 850,000 members.
- October 21, 2009 Why Should I Join A Union? Having a Union in your workplace is the most beneficial thing you can do to secure your future and the future of your family! Read more to find out why.
- October 28, 2009 Frequently Asked Questions and Answers About Forming a Union Some questions are answered dealing with forming a new local union. What will be in our first union contract? Membership dues. When do we begin paying? How much are they?
- October 28, 2009 Summary of the National Labor Relations Act It is in the national interest of the United States to maintain full production in its economy. Industrial strife among employees, employers, and labor organizations interferes with full production and is contrary to our national interest. Experience has shown that labor disputes can be lessened if the parties involved recognize the legitimate rights of each in their relations with one another.
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- July 20, 2009 Women of Steel Coordinator Women -- especially our "Women of Steel" activists play a major role shaping the future for working women. In this section is a listing of Women of Steel Coordinators in Pennsylvania.
- June 30, 2009 Women's Committee Building Solidarity Action Calendar Create Your Own Women's Committee "Building Solidarity"
- October 23, 2009 Statement of Policy on Sexual Harassment Sexual Harassment is not a joke. It creates feelings of uneasiness, humiliation and discomfort. It is an expression of perceived power and superiority by the harasser over another person. There are two principle fundamental to the trade union movement: human rights and solidarity. Sexual harassment strikes at the heart of both.
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