“We are extremely disappointed that we have been forced to make this decision. We don't believe the company has made good faith efforts to reach agreement at the bargaining table.”
“This vote demonstrates that the AEIF stands united in its determination to secure an equitable labor agreement with AK Steel. The executive committee will continue negotiating with AK Steel to achieve that result.”
“We understand that the Steelworkers might have one or two horses in this race. We appreciate their support, but we don't see at this time a need to join the United Steelworkers.”
