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Pittsburgh Comcast workers proved their determination to win a union contract, despite years of stalling by the company and relentless harassment of union activists, by picking CWA in their third union representation election.

IUE-CWA Local 84907 members ended their 2-week strike against Visteon Corp. in Bedford, Ind., ratifying a four-year pact that provides job security for 700 workers and a $25,000 separation payment for up to 250 workers who voluntarily leave the company or face layoffs.

The National Labor Relations Board has agreed to review the long-used practice of forming a union through voluntary recognition.

CWA Pres Morton Bahr said the decision by the Justice Dept. and the FCC not to pursue a stay of the appeals court ruling that lifted competitive pricing regulation in telecommunications was in the best interest of the industry and American consumers.

A recent succession of organizing victories brought CWA representation to more than 600 workers in the health care and public safety professions.