Commentaries from IP Newton B. Jones

IN FEBRUARY the Executive Council voted unanimously to endorse Senator Barack Obama for president of the United States. Our endorsement was not an easy decision. Many good candidates presented themselves. We studied them all and in the end determined that Obama is our best hope to unite our nation, jump-start the economy, and return the United States to its rightful place as not only the most powerful nation, but also the most respected nation.

New sector director, IVP provide support and advocacy for industrial sector lodges

Renewable sources and nuclear are needed – as well as coal

CHANGE COMES QUICKLY – and in unexpected ways. Twenty years ago, discussions of national energy policy centered on reducing costs to consumers. Now they are all about reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

John Kerry will listen to workers' needs and work with us to address our concerns.

Newton B. Jones
International President

When Congressman Dick Gephardt withdrew as a candidate for president of the United States, working families lost our strongest champion in the race.