A Union-Approved Candidate
Here at Labor Pains, we often talk about the political clout of unions, how they funnel millions upon millions of dollars into elections, the vast majority of which goes to Democratic candidates. But it’s not often that a union makes a power play this blatant: A government studies teacher at Washington Irving High School in [more...]

Posted Tue, 31 Aug 2010 .

What They Are Really Thinking
The recent kerfuffle over the Los Angeles Times releasing scads of data on LA’s teachers has provided some interesting insights into how defenders of teachers unions think. The head of the LA teachers union, for example, said he was “outraged” that the Times would publish data revealing which teachers were effective and which teachers weren’t [more...]

Posted Mon, 30 Aug 2010 .

Union Member Resources

Your Rights & FAQ
When union bosses try to gain new union members and begin collecting their dues, they make a pitch to employees. But they usually only tell half of the story. Before signing anything or voting, employees should know their rights.
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Union Decertification
Employees who no longer want a union to represent them -- whether it's because the union is undemocratic, corrupt, violent, or just plain inept -- are entitled to seek an election to determine if a majority wants to drop the union.
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Blow the Whistle!
Have you been a victim of union intimidation or violence? Have your dues been misused by union officials? Is your union leader guilty of corruption, racketeering, or unfair labor practices?
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