Sunday:
Convention Opens
UE΄s 'Aggressive Struggle,' Democracy Still Relevant
As UE 68th Convention opened, President Hovis blasted the Bush Administration
and praised the union's 'aggressive struggle' and democracy.
Monday Morning
Action on Collective Bargaining; Gerard Blasts Bush
Convention, delegates adopt collective bargaining and related
policies
and hear from United Steelworkers President Leo Gerard.
Monday Afternoon
Delegates Discuss Organizing, Political Action
68th UE Convention delegates cheered new members, adopted an organizing
plan, and vowed to remove George Bush from office.
Tuesday Morning
Delegates Hear a Politician Who Makes Sense
On Tuesday morning, August 26, the 68th Convention heard from presidential
candidate Dennis Kucinich. Delegates liked what they heard.
Tuesday Afternoon
UE Convention Urges: Bring The Troops Home!
On the afternoon of Tuesday, August 26, 68th Convention
delegates call for an end to the occupation of Iraq
and a democratic, worker-friendly foreign policy.
Wednesday Morning
Convention Gives Boost to International Solidarity
On Wednesday morning, August 27, 68th Convention delegates
heard a leader of Brazil΄s metalworkers΄ union, endorsed
policy on international solidarity, and took a strong stand for civil liberties.
Wednesday Afternoon
Busy Session Elects Officers,Handles Finances, Fights Racism
On Wednesday afternoon, August 27, the 68th UE Convention recommended
constitutional changes, including a new per capita system, elected the national
officers and trustees, and committed themselves to 'Fight Racism.'
That resolution received a spontaneous round of applause.
Thursday
Convention Closes with Determination and Song
The 68th UE Convention completed its work on the morning of Thursday, August 28.
