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Refinery Strike Averted for Now

Posted on January 31, 2009 by OneMom

Workers at refineries near New Orleans, Houston and as far away as Billings, Mont., will show up for scheduled shifts Monday, though negotiators will be back at the table on Sunday. “We have made progress in that there was no … Continue reading →

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United States Oil Refinery Strike

Posted on January 31, 2009 by OneMom

There is little evidence of progress being made in talks between oil companies and the United Steel Workers Union that represents workers at refineries across the country. You can read the latest report, sticking points and what various oil companies … Continue reading →

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Oil and Steel – Strike is Imminent!

Posted on January 30, 2009 by OneMom

U.S. Oil Refinery Workers Set to Strike! (read update for February 3, 2009, HERE) Over 100,000 workers in the United States learned this week they are losing their jobs, but 30,000 United Steel Workers who work for oil refineries in … Continue reading →

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