Local 1650 and its members have been covered in local and national press for decades — from the New York Times’ coverage of the 1966 strike to recent profiles of our union’s leadership. A selection is below; our archive holds many more clippings dating back to the 1960s.
Local 1650’s 1966 strike — the first by a college faculty union in U.S. history — drew coverage from the New York Times.
Local press covered the escalating contract dispute that led to the historic strike.
Coverage of Local 1650’s continued contract organizing through the 1970s.
Press coverage of Local 1650’s leadership and advocacy work through the 1980s.
News coverage of Local 1650’s negotiations in the 1990s.
The Dearborn Guide profiles Local 1650’s work representing HFCC faculty.
The Yemeni American profiles the college’s 80th anniversary, with comment from Local 1650 leadership.
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John McDonald was re-elected to his 22nd term as Local 1650 President, pictured with External Vice President Dr. Eric Rader.
View full clipping →AFT Michigan covers John McDonald’s continued service after 42 years as Local President.
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