Teamsters and Auto Workers cool to Meany welcome back bid
Auto Workers leader Woodcock says dues strain and finances stop a swift AFL-CIO return. Hoffa’s resignation from the Teamsters hints at possible rejoining, while Fitzsimmons talks limited jurisdiction with Meany. If both unions rejoin, AFL-CIO membership could exceed 17 million.
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Fitzsimmons to retain presidency amid Teamsters revolt
Frank E. Fitzsimmons appears set to keep the Teamsters presidency after Hoffa's imprisonment, facing rebel challenges from Don Vestal and Theodore Daley. Daley predicts a bid, while Vestal seeks rank and file votes and a constitutional referendum to empower members.
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