IAM leaders discuss political mobilization and union power in Georgia

Brian Bryant International President at International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers
Brian Bryant International President at International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers
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Members of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) Executive Council and delegates convened in Savannah, Georgia, to address political issues, the recent government shutdown, and strategies for mobilizing union voters before the 2026 midterm elections. The gathering highlighted efforts to strengthen union influence in state politics.

Later in the week, IAM International President Bryant delivered a keynote address at the Georgia State AFL-CIO convention, emphasizing the importance of union engagement in the political process.

The event reflects ongoing initiatives by labor organizations to increase their political presence and advocate for workers’ interests in Georgia and beyond.



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