The LWC is a movement of ILA members and retirees organizing to build a stronger and more democratic longshore union.


SAGCD Conventions Every Four Years?

Democracy: One Member – One Vote, News - No Comments » - Posted on June, 4 at 5:45 pm

The South Atlantic and Gulf Coast District Executive Council, the South-Eastern Dock and Marine Council and the West-Gulf Dock and Marine Council have all reportedly endorsed a proposal to reduce the frequency of the SAGCD Convention meetings from every two years to every four years.
Reportedly some members of the SAGCD Executive Council are concerned with […]

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Another tragic death of an ILA member

Safety and Health in our Industry: Terminal Illness, News - No Comments » - Posted on June, 4 at 12:56 pm

A truck driver in Houston, Texas, and member of ILA Local 28, Deborah McAlister, 55, died on the job earlier this week while working for Maersk-Sealand. She was pinned between her own truck and the truck in front of her, which backed up without realizing she was adjusting her numbers.
Members of the LWC health and […]

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