Contact: Jess Kamm Broomell, 412-562-2444, jkamm@usw.org
(Pittsburgh) – United Steelworkers (USW) International President Tom Conway released the following statement today in honor of Veterans Day:
“As we mark Veterans Day, the USW is proud to honor the generations of veterans who served our nation and made the world safer through their dedication and sacrifice.
“Thousands of USW members served or are serving in the military. Today and every day, we’re grateful for their hard work and commitment.
“This year, our union is partnering with the National Flag Foundation to commemorate Veterans Day, lighting up our International Headquarters alongside organizations across the country in honor of our military heroes.
“All veterans deserve our ongoing support, and as union members, we remain committed to ensuring they have the resources they need to succeed both in their workplaces and their communities.”
Note: The USW International Headquarters is located at 60 Blvd. of the Allies, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. Lighting will begin at 5:20 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 11, 2022. Photo opportunities will be available.
The USW represents 850,000 workers employed in metals, mining, pulp and paper, rubber, chemicals, glass, auto supply and the energy-producing industries, along with a growing number of workers in health care, public sector, higher education, tech and service occupations.