The Teamsters
When did it start? 1903
Where did it start? North America
Who were the first leaders of the union? Daniel J. Tobin,
Reasons of being formed? to organize workers who want to bargain collectively, work was scarce, jobs were insecure, and poverty was commonplace.
Members today: 1.4 million members
Mission and what does it do for its members? The Teamsters are known as the champion of freight drivers and warehouse workers, but have organized workers in virtually every occupation imaginable, both professional and non-professional, private sector and public sector. It also performs vital tasks in such areas as pension management, safety & health, community outreach, governmental affairs and communications
Where did it start? North America
Who were the first leaders of the union? Daniel J. Tobin,
Reasons of being formed? to organize workers who want to bargain collectively, work was scarce, jobs were insecure, and poverty was commonplace.
Members today: 1.4 million members
Mission and what does it do for its members? The Teamsters are known as the champion of freight drivers and warehouse workers, but have organized workers in virtually every occupation imaginable, both professional and non-professional, private sector and public sector. It also performs vital tasks in such areas as pension management, safety & health, community outreach, governmental affairs and communications
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James P. Hoffa
General president
General president
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Ken Hall
General secretary- treasure
General secretary- treasure
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