Records of United Electrical, Radio, and Machine Workers of America, Publicity Department, 1938-1995.

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Records of United Electrical, Radio, and Machine Workers of America, Publicity Department, 1938-1995.

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This subgroup contains a wide range of records from the UE Publicity Department. Press releases and strike bulletins were created for dispersal to wire services, newspapers, radio stations, magazines, and UE local publications. These releases were written to communicate the UE's perspective on strikes and current events, as well as to promote various publications and films. Other files encompass an array of educational materials collected for the purpose of running effective shop stewards workshops and leadership training sessions. Subject priorities include the history of the UE as well as the role of labor in a capitalist society. Pedagogical materials are further enhanced by the inclusion of a sizeable amount of UE historical documentation, of both internal and external nature. Finally, this collection includes requests for materials submitted by external agencies and individuals.

8.75 linear ft. (7 boxes)

University of Pittsburgh

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SNAC Resource ID: 7327987

University of Pittsburgh

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