Small Miracle? Indiana’s Governor Calls On Lawmakers To Drop Anti-Union Legislation!
"[Indiana Gov.] Mitch Daniels told reporters that he agreed with [the bill] philosophically, but it was a big issue that needed a statewide debate."
Debate? As opposed to "my way or the highway" Wisconsin mentality?
Quote Of The Day! Thanks Tony!
From AP rally story:
"It’s scary," said Tony Smith, 71, of Wolcott, a retired state Department of Labor worker who was among those attending the lunchtime rally. "If this goes through in Wisconsin, it’s going to be just a matter of dominos. It’ll be Ohio next, then the next one will be another state, and it’ll expand. "
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Robert Reich Pens Piece Giving His Take On The Assault On Public Employees
"The demonizing of public employees is not only based on the lie that they’ve caused these budget crises, but it’s also premised on a second lie: that public employees earn more than private-sector workers. They don’t…"
Photos From 2/22 VT Labor Solidarity Rally With Wisconsin State Employees
Big thanks to all the VSEA members (active & retired) who braved the cold and came out to the rally!