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Abel of USWA Seen as Peacemaker and Reformer
The profile portrays I W Abel, 66, president of the United Steelworkers for a decade, as a pragmatic reformer who helped shape the ENA pact and wage policies. It notes his upbringing, rise from mill work to union leadership, controversial moves like the 1973 ENA, plus criticism from Edward Sadlowski. Abel plans to retire at 65, trusting younger leaders while defending union democracy and public works advocacy.
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Wales
I.W. Abel
United Steelworkers of America
Abe
Abel
Chicago
USWA
Edward Sadlowski
Magnolia
Ohio
Bernice
Canton
International Union
David J. MacDonald
MacDonald
ENA
Big Steel
Basic Steel
Pittsburgh
Uswa District 31
Sadlowski
Washington
Joseph Rauh
W.A. Boyle
United Mine Workers
Rauh
Teamsters
American League of Anglers
Deep Creek