Labor Unions . . .

This page was originally prepared by Terry Flanagan until his passing at way too early an age. It will be maintained in his honor by the Fourth District because of the very useful and thoughtful links. You can return to the Fourth District Home page by clicking here.

• Check out the IBEW - This site has links to over 200 IBEW-related web sites. (International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers)
• AFL-CIO - The backbone of the Labor Movement in the USA
• Ohio AFL-CIO - The first state AFL-CIO on the Web
• Labor and Union News - Check out the latest labor and union news on Yahoo.com.
• CCR Connection - Dedicated to working together to improve working conditions, compensation, and standards in a rapidly growing industry - "Call Centers".
• Common Sense Economics Quiz - Got a couple of minutes, try this quick quiz from IBEW Local 1613 for a reality check!
• CyberUnions.net - Where Labor and the Web come together.
• Solidarity Cyber Cards - A selection of cards containing labor quotes and human rights messages.
• Harry Van Arsdale, Jr. - His passion and concern has substantially improved the lives of working men and women.
• ATU National Local 1700 - Representing Greyhound employees in the USA and Montreal, Quebec
• The Center to Protect Workers' Rights - Research arm of the Building and Construction Trades Department, AFL-CIO
• Executive Paywatch - So your boss says you're making too much - check this out!
• Holt Labor Library - Labor Studies and Radical History
• Hotel Employees & Restaurant Employees - provide a guide to unionized hotels in the U.S., Canada and U.S. territories.
• NALC - National Association of Letter Carriers Home Page - Washington, DC
• NALC Branch 820 - National Association of Letter Carriers, Branch 820
• BAC - The International Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers
• CIS - Union Contractors and Building Trade Unions (AFL-CIO) in Northeastern Illinois
• CSEA - California State Employees Association
• CWA - Communications Workers of America: The Union for the Information Age
• George Meany Center - Sessions at the Center for Labor Studies provide lively discussions and skill-building from the faculty.
• GMP International - Glass, Molders, Pottery, Plastics & Allied Workers International Union
• I.B.P.A.T. - International Brotherhood of Painters and Allied Trades
• IBT - The International Brotherhood of Teamsters
• International Brotherhood of Boilermakers, Iron Ship Builders, Blacksmiths, Forgers and Helpers
• JwJ - Jobs with Justice is a national campaign for workers’ rights and economic justice.
• Laborer's International Union of North America - To empower working men and women.
• LaborNet - An independent network that seeks to build up labor communication for all working people.
• The Labor Educator - An Internet Newsmagazine for American Labor
• Labor Unions - Paul Green's Labor Union Page
• NATCA - National Air Traffic Controllers Association
• Southern California Pipe Trades - District Council #16
• UAW International - United Auto Workers Home page
• UFCW - United Food and Commercial Workers International Union
• UNITE - Union of Needletrades, Industrial & Textile Employees, AFL-CIO
• WEL 189 - Workers' Education Local 189 CWA, AFL-CIO
• Union Label & Service Trades Department, AFL-CIO - Union Made and proud of it!
• UJAE - A partnership of unions supporting common sense policies that protect the environment and jobs.
• Union Jobs Clearinghouse - Site for staffing and trades positions in organized labor
• Union Plus Magazine - The launch pad for labor issues on the Web
• Union Print Shops - Use this searchable database to locate a GCIU or Allied Printing Trades shop.
• Union Privilege - There's more than strength in numbers. . .there's savings too!
• Union Communication Services - Communications and Education Tools for Activist Union Leaders
• UNITE's Website - Choose this link for a catalog of items made by UNITE members, listing companies' names and addresses.
• Canadian Union-made - For those of you who live 'North of the Border' and are looking for unionized goods and services in Canada. Happy shopping!
• Workingfamilies.com - The AFL-CIO Internet Service for union members.

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Government . . .

    Click the logo on the left to search for government information by topics.

• Write your Representative - This service will assist you in finding and contacting Members of the United States House of Representatives.
• Bureau of Labor Statistics - Labor economics and statistics in the USA
• Consumer Product Safety Commission - Saving Lives and Keeping Families Safe
• Contacting the Congress - Contact your representatives by phone or email
• Cuyahoga County - Also provides valuable links to other governmental entities within Cuyahoga County,
• The Workers' Page - You have the right to a safe workplace! This site from OSHA will help you understand your rights.
• HAZMAT - DOT's Office of Hazardous Materials Safety
• NLRB - United States National Labor Relations Board
• OSHA - U.S. Department of Labor - Occupational Safety and Health Administration
• U.S. Savings Bonds - Everything you want to know about Savings Bonds (and more).
• Social Security Online - Web site of the Social Security Administration
• THOMAS - Legislative information on the Internet.
• Ohio - The Buckeye State
• Ohio Legislature - Keep up with the State of Ohio Legislature
• USA JOBS - U.S. Office of Personnel Management worldwide job listings
• White House Briefing Room - The latest Federal Social and Economic Statistics.
• OSHNET - Internet Gateway to the world of safety (Not a government site - but worth viewing)

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Time, weather and maps (and a little more) . . .

• American Library Association - Check out the list of websites recommended by the ALA
• American Medical Association - If you are in search of a doctor, check this page
• RxList - The Internet Drug Index - use RxList as a supplement only to the advice provided by your physician.
• Better Business Bureau - Keep track of the latest scams
• The Official U.S. Time - This public service is cooperatively provided by the two time agencies of United States.
• Weather at Hopkins Airport in Cleveland, Ohio - You can also check your local 5-day forecast
• Internet Movie Database - Have fun, settle arguments, locate old movies.
• National Lightning Safety Institute - Personal Lightning Safety Tips
• Need A map? - Need a map? Have the address? Create a map with a few clicks.
• Thomas Register - World's largest online industrial buying source.
• ZIP+4 - Looking for those Zip Codes the Post Office would like us all to use?
• Four11 - The Internet White Pages for email addresses.
• The White Pages - Locate a person or a business by name or address or phone number.
• Automobile recalls and service bulletins - Was your car involved in a safety recall?

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Magazines . . .

• Electrical Contractor Magazine - Electrical Contractor's ECMAG web site.
• HomeToys - Aimed at educating consumers and professionals about the Home Automation and Networking Industry.
• Popular Mechanics - The electronic version of an old favorite (fast modem and processor recommended).
• PC Magazine Online - Articles on software, hardware, tips and tricks for your PC or MAC.
• PC WORLD Online - Information and reviews on hardware and software for your PC.
• Scot Finnie's Personal Website - Covers operating systems, browsers, utilities, e-mail, notebooks, PCs, and the Internet.
• TechWeb - For IT and Technology Professionals who need breaking news, product analysis and information on the computer industry.

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Oh yes, and some computer stuff . . .

• 5 Star Support - Free technical advise. Computer tips, tricks & tutorials.
• NetMechanics - Power tools for you web site!
• Windows Annoyances - A list of annoying "features" of Windows95, and workarounds for most of them.
• WinDrivers.com - The #1 resource for Windows support and/or drivers.
• FixWindows.com - The one-stop Windows troubleshooting resource.
• Computer virus hoaxes - Please, take a moment to check out that warning your received before you forward it.
• McAfee Virus Hoax list - Is it real or is it a hoax? Next time you receive a dire virus warning, check it out before you forward it.
• Urban Legends Reference - Maintained by The San Fernando Valley Folklore Society
• DUX Computer Digest - Check out this site - there is a lot of knowledge just a click away.
• The latest Shareware files - download your choice from C-NET Central
• Ixquick.com - Metasearch engine that was given the highest ratings by both Search Engine Watch and ZDNet's SearchIQ
• Search.com - A web site with multiple search engines.
• Web Architects - Quality web design, information systems consulting, Internet marketing and graphic art design.

Providing quality web site design, development and construction.

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Check out the following sites for information on USA made products

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Note: This collection of links is being maintained by the Fourth District website Manager in memory of George "Terry" Flanagan, (Left Photo) and is used with his Family's permission. If you notice any errors please notify me by clicking the e-mail link above. With all the work put into this fine collection we wanted it to continue to be useful. The original Author, IBEW - LU 38 member Terry Flanagan would have wanted that.

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