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Why pensions are part of labor discussions again

by Caleigh Wells

Oct 9, 2024

Last year, just 15% of workers had access to pension plans. Now, unionized workers like the ones at Boeing are negotiating to get them back.

Members of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Worker Union District 751 voted to go on strike back in July. Pensions have become a sticking point in contract negotiations.

Jason Redmond/AFP via Getty Images

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