International Longshoremen's Association

The International Longshoremen's Association is a labor union representing longshore workers along the East Coast of the United States and Canada, the Gulf Coast, the Great Lakes, Puerto Rico, and inland waterways. The ILA has approximately 200 local affiliates in port cities in these areas.

Read more about International Longshoremen's Association:  Origins, Secession of The West Coast Locals, Allegations of Organized Crime, Rivalry With The IBL, Containerization, Governmental Oversight, Political Activities

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