Dean Giradot oral history interview, August 13, 2012

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Identifier: GirardotD_L2012-37

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Dean Girardot oral history interview

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Scope and Contents

Interviewed by Traci Drummond. Girardot discusses his introduction into the union as a young man in Golden, CO. He also discusses his involvement in, difficulties with, and success of organizing workers, particularly in the South. Girardot discusses his view on NAFTA and its impact on local populations, and his involvement with the IAMAW and Aero-space industry. He outlines his duties and success at all stages in his career, which culminated as the Executive Secretary to AFL-CIO President Kourpias.

Dates

Creation: August 13, 2012

Creator

Girardot, Dean (Interviewee, Person)

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Oral history available for research.

Biographical Note

Dean Girardot was born in Denver Colorado in 1934. He began his career in labor unions as a member of the International Union of Brewery, Flour, Cereal, Soft Drink and Distillery workers while employed at the Coors Brewery in Golden, Colorado. Girardot would go on go to become Assistant Coordinator for the AFL-CIO in South Carolina, and eventually a National Representative in Texas. In Texas, Girardot became involved with the IAMAW and the aerospace industry. In 1994, Girardot became the Executive Secretary to AFL-CIO President George Kourpias. He remained in this position until his retirement.