James Hoffa has won the Teamsters presidency, his main rival has conceded. The victory by the son of the infamous longtime union boss leaves many in labor and business wondering what to expect from the 57-year-old Detroit lawyer. He’s promised to negotiate tough new contracts, restore fiscal discipline, and make the Teamsters more independent, both within the AFL-CIO and in national politics.
James Hoffa Wins Teamsters Presidency
HeadlineDec 07, 1998