Report on Day 4 of the Constitutional Convention
On the final day of the convention, delegates were prevented from discussing the amendment to protect One Member, One Vote. Proposals passed to divest from Israel bonds and fund the Women’s and Civil and Human Rights Departments.
Why Was the Protect Our Vote Amendment Ruled Out of Order?
After the old guard's stunt to rule the amendment out of order yesterday, protecting this cornerstone democratic right seems even more important.
“Protect Our Vote” Added to the Docket on Day 2 of the Constitutional Convention
Delegates voted today to add the Protect Our Vote amendment to the agenda for tomorrow, Day 3. This amendment would prevent future conventions from deciding to return to the delegate election system that bred corruptions and concessions in our union
Report on Days 1 and 2 of the Constitutional Convention
Read a summary of the first two days of the 39th UAW Constitutional Convention — strike pay, organizing funds, dues thresholds, and more.
Countdown to the Convention: What You Can Do to Protect One Member One Vote
In just two weeks, delegates to the UAW Constitutional Convention will have the opportunity to protect every member's right to vote for our International Executive Board. Here’s what you can do to support the amendment.
Is “One Member, One Vote” Guaranteed for Future UAW Elections?
In 2021, UAW members voted overwhelmingly to adopt “one member, one vote” direct elections for International Executive Board (IEB) officers. Direct voting is ensured for this year’s elections, but it’s not yet permanently protected in our Constitution.