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USW Local 8888 Ratifies 60-Month Contract with Huntington Ingalls Industries

Contact: Dwight Kirk, (202) 257-3966, dflat@mindspring.com...

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Ballot Count: Next Mon., March 7

The long ratification process wraps up next Monday, March 7, with the official counting of ballots cast for the new contract.Here's what to expect:...

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On March 7, one week from today, ballots will be collected, certified and counted. If you haven't voted yet, whatever is weighing on your mind should NOT stop you from casting your vote. This is your BEST chance to get paid soon and protect your family.

VOTE COUNTDOWN BEGINS!

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READY, SET, VOTE!

Every vote matters when it comes to ratifying a lengthy contract that will impact every shipbuilder in the yard and their families for years to come.

READY, SET, VOTE!