David Beck

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David Beck

American labor leader

Also known as: Dave Beck

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Teamsters Union
Presidents Dave Beck (1952–57) and James Hoffa (1957–71) shaped the Teamsters into a strongly centralized union capable of negotiating nationwide freight-hauling agreements. Presidents Ron Carey (1992–99) and James P. Hoffa (1999– ), son of a former president, focused on job security and family issues.
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Presidents Dave Beck (1952–57) and James Hoffa (1957–71) shaped the Teamsters into a strongly centralized union capable of negotiating nationwide freight-hauling agreements. Presidents Ron Carey (1992–99) and James P. Hoffa (1999– ), son of a former president, focused on job security and family issues.
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