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OT 101: Two Days In The IWW Centrifuge
I took IWW's Organizer Training 101: Build the Committee course in January when the opportunity to take it in person at my local GMB presented itself. I wasn't sure what to expect, but had a vague sense of wanting to "do more" or at least learn more when it came to...
Resolution in Support of Public Ownership of the Railroads
At the 3/12 General Membership Branch meeting, the Northeast Ohio IWW voted to approve the following resolution in support of the Railroad Workers United push for public ownership of U.S. railroads. While the resolution is a statement of support, it is also a powerful...
From the Bodies of Giants: Chapter II
Cillaan Chapter II Reality I woke up with a start, I'd fallen out of bed. We were moving again. I don't know why it surprised me, we're always moving these days it seems. I asked my broodkin what was going on. They replied, "Giant attack overnight,...
Police Kill IWW Eco-Activist in Atlanta
On January 18, 2023 eco-activist and Fellow Worker Tortuguita was murdered by the police. Tortuguita died in defense of the working class and the earth. They carried no weapon but their will, kept no home but a tent, felt no desire but to save Atlanta’s Weelaunee...
Capitalism Isn’t the Default
"We live in capitalism, it's power seems inescapable. But then, so did the divine right of kings. Any human power can be resisted and changed by human beings. Resistance and change often begin in art. Very often our art, the art of words." ~...
Solidarity with Railroad Workers!
Since our founding in 1905, the IWW has struggled for the rights of the entire working class. Northeast Ohio Wobblies in particular have a long history of especially intense solidarity. The Northeast Ohio IWW has long stood hand in hand with our fellow workers. From...
The Union is in the People: FW Ed Mann
Ed Mann’s life was a testament to the power of worker solidarity. His was a steel will set on struggle and defiance against overwhelming odds. Ed’s story is one of enduring the darkness of industrial collapse without losing hope.
The Death of Mourning
We live under capitalism, its cruelty is both intentional and absolute. And that cruelty comes primarily in the form of apathy and indifference. That apathy comes from the system itself and those who represent it. But it's even forced into the souls...
We’ll Walk Hand in Hand: In Memory of Staughton Lynd
Staughton Lynd passed away Thursday morning, November 17, 2022, in Warren, Ohio. He had been in and out of the hospital for several weeks with worsening health, until finally Staughton and his family reached the decision to discontinue aggressive treatment and seek...
Martyr Made Labor History Podcast: Whose America?
Martyr Made Labor History Podcast: Whose America? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NoNeDS81ewQ According to Darryl Cooper, he's not an historian. He is, however, curious, passionate and open minded. He also appears to be a glutton for punishment in the form of research...
Workers Gather for 2022 IWW Organizing Summit
Workers Gather for 2022 IWW Organizing Summit 2022 NARA Organizing Summit Report On October 1-2, the Organizing Department Board (ODB) held the 2022 North American Regional Administration (NARA) IWW organizing summit in Chicago. Fellow Workers came from across the...
Northeast Ohio IWW Film Event: Shout Youngstown!
Northeast Ohio IWW Film Event: Shout Youngstown! With Special Guests Alice & Staughton Lynd Unitarian Universalist Church of Youngstown Sunday, October 2, 7:00-9:00 PM ATTN: Workers of Northeast Ohio! Come join the Northeast Ohio Industrial Workers of the...