Can one Union member make a difference? Ask Laura Collins…then thank her!

The Friedrichs case is being funded by wealthy special interests who are trying to maximize profits for big corporations at the expense of middle class families. If they are successful, our ability to speak out for family wages and good benefits will become much more difficult.

MLK was not only an iconic leader in our country's struggle for Civil Rights, he also cared deeply about working families and spoke out against the challenges facing labor.

Brothers and Sisters: As we give thanks this holiday season, we must not forget to honor the sacrifice of the men and women who put their lives on the line...Read More

Your Teamsters contract is a powerful tool - it provides negotiated wage rates and benefits, job security, and a process for addressing grievances. The contract is a codified framework that...Read More

John Scearcy, new Secretary-Treasurer of @Teamsters Local 117, lays out his vision for the future.

Often when Union members evaluate the value of their Teamsters' contract, they give heavy consideration to the economic package guaranteed in the agreement. Granted the economics are a very important...Read More

Brothers and Sisters: Last summer, we conducted focus groups for dozens of members of Teamsters Local 117.  We wanted to hear from you about how to build a stronger Union...Read More

Brothers and Sisters: Please join me in welcoming into our Union over 400 new members of Teamsters Local 117 who work in the graphic communications industry.  These new Teamsters come...Read More

Brothers and Sisters: When the magnitude of the Oso mudslide tragedy became apparent, a group of Washington State correctional officers, of their own volition, answered the call for volunteers to...Read More