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bmatty
While this is definitely wrong, how can you complain if you are taking subsidies from the state? Isn't that how they get the dues, but deducting them from the subsidies? If you don't want to be part of the union, stop taking money from the state.
Rick
Well, I guess the libs don't need card check after all. How could this happen in America?
Steve
The Unions are the real puppet masters now. It's incredible to see how they are behind the scenes on almost every issue. But, per usual, we'll just roll over and take it. This is why so many people are so cynical about government these days.
R.O. in E.H.
Thank goodness unionization has been forced upon this day care provider! She is probably too stupid to realize that the brilliant people who run the unions are Better Qualified to spend that money than she is! And besides, it really isn't that much money - she won't even miss it. But seriously, the result will be more expensive day care for everyone. Another "hidden tax" on those who can't afford it!
Jan
The unions have always work for their conrads the Democratic party. Now, with the current admin, this is their chance.
infinitewisdom4u
this is obviously becoming a trend. if we can't get people to actually choose unionization, then we will trick them or, in the event the "free choice" bill gets passed, intimidate them into unionization. would like to see more information on how this tactic got started and who is behind it. it's NOT a grassroots grown effort.
Aardvark
Why would they talk to you about it? It is shakedown just like the good old Mafia and they weren't very talkative either.
Corey in GA
There's a reason it was called the UNION of Soviet Socialist Republics. Until people realize that unions cause as much instability as executives in the economy, unions and executives will fight to each take more and more of the average person's wages for their own uses. Unions and excessive regulations cooperate to destroy small business, the key the success of this country.
Greg
Welcome to the price of "free" subsidies. The government has you by the hairs; you just don't know until they flex them.
Miasmark
Unionizing an entire industry should never be an option. I don't know what high these unions are on.
Jay
Many businesses have left this state(MI)/country due to over regulation & taxation at the local,state, & federal levels. Business here flat out SUCKS.Not just recently,the last 10 years.Republicrats propose cutting taxes, which would be great but is only a 1/4 of the problem. They don't talk about getting rid of govt departments and state agencies, which would result in limited govt and spending in the mitten. We need some clown suits for these MI politicians so they can be better understood.