James Williams (labor leader)
James A. Williams | |
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 Williams at a rally for Obama in 2008 | |
| Occupation | President of IUPAT |
| Spouse | Gerrie |
| Children | 4 children |
James A. Williams was born in 1951 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and is a prominent labor leader within the United States.[1] After serving in the U.S. Army, Williams worked his way into politics and labor unions.[2][3] He served in positions in Local Union 252 and on boards of various unions and companies.[3] Williams became the president of the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades (IUPAT), where he served from 2003-2013.
Biography
Williams graduated from Northeast Catholic High School in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in 1968. He served in the United States Army from 1969 to 1971 during the Vietnam War, and was awarded two Bronze Stars, the Army Accommodation Medal, and an Air Medal.[4]
Upon his return home, he became a "journeyman glazier."[4]
References
- ^ Von Bergen, Jane M. "Clear Idea of Building Diverse Union." Philadelphia Inquirer, May 06 2002, ProQuest. Web. 3 Apr. 2023.
- ^ Winston, Sherie. "Williams Named Painters' Chief." Enr 248.16 (2002): 10. ProQuest. Web. 3 Apr. 2023.
- ^ a b "James A. Williams - General President Emeritus". IUPAT. Retrieved 2023-04-03.
- ^ a b "JAMES A. WILLIAMS - General President". IUPAT About US. IUPAT. Archived from the original on 2008-09-07.