Freedom to Associate Also Means Freedom Not to Associate - The average man on the street, as well as constitutional scholars, understands that any genuine personal right should include the freedom to refrain from exercising that right.
Right to Work Bolsters Job Creation, Personal Income Growth - In addition to freeing millions of Americans from the yoke of forced union dues, a national Right to Work law would at the same time help to improve our nation's economy.
Right to Work's Benefits Reach Citizens at All Income Levels - In addition to protecting the freedom of association and promoting economic development, Right to Work laws are an anti-poverty program with a proven record of success.
Passage of a National Right to Work Law Would Eliminate All Forced-Dues Politicking by Private-Sector Union Bosses - Not passing a national Right to Work law means not only that American workers will be denied a brighter economic future. It also means that millions of private-sector workers will continue to be forced to contribute to political candidates they do not wish to support.
A National Right to Work Law Would Reduce Union Corruption - The incestuous relationship between forced union dues and corruption was captured perfectly by the late U.S. Sen. John McClellan (D-Ark.): "Compulsory unionism and corruption go hand in hand." McClellan was referring to the corruption inherent within labor organizations that depend on the forced tribute of workers.
Instead of spending your time (and spinning your wheels) being AGAINST something, why not browse other forums, such as "general student" and see if you can help answer some of the many questions that are often posted there?
I don't see it as "spinning my wheels". I think its in nursings best interest to NOT be unionized ,and will continue to speak out against what i feel is not in the best intersts of nursing. It's ok to disagree but don't "shoo" me away because you don't like what I have to say.
Let's be real. Right to Work is just another way of saying Right to Fire You for whatever reason. RTW laws do not protect the employee, they protect the employer. You can be fired for any reason with the exception of race, sex, religion, age, ethnic group, and certain disabilities. You can be fired for sexual orientation in many places, for the color of your hair, for the car you drive etc. in a right to work state. The only job protection is with a contract or union according to my attorney.
I have seen several of my very good friends who are nurses get fired because "you just don't fit in anymore but you are a good nurse". (We suspect that in one case it was because of possible union activity and in several other cases because the nurse had years of seniority and was at the top of her pay scale).
RTW is a propaganda term made up by corporations--it is a misnomer. And because they have such huge polical clout and now will have even more, the average worker will not even be able to compete.
How will nurses stand up for their patients if they fear retribution?
I think if most nurses really knew what heir rights were without a union or contract they might change their minds. It is sad to be in the position of being fired and then finding out that you have no legal recourse. And you did not do anything wrong...you just weren't wanted anymore.
Those of us who are anti union see RTW as protection against having to pay to work. No closed shops in RTW states. Its nice to know that if the unions ever did gain a foothold here we couldn't be forced to pay union dues. Since unions have to function on money, it makes it harder for them to enter a state where the nurses at any institution can decide whether or not to pay the ridiculous dues. Iknow that Nevada nurses, RTW state, recently lost their freedoms to the union, but we will see how long it lasts when the majority of nurses don't pay their dues. If its not a money maker, the union won't stay..Hopefully.
Point taken but a union should be chosen carefully. I work 1/2 time and pay 26.00 a month. It is good insurance for me that I gladly pay. I wouldn't vote yes for a union until I knew where the dues were going and if my interests wer being cared for. And a union can be voted out. If there is not enough support then one could call a petition to oust a union not doing it's job. But overall, I have worked in 2 hospitals without unions and 1 with. I have had to use the protection of a union 1 time in 6 years adn I was glad a union steward was there for me when I need her.
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Instead of spending your time (and spinning your wheels) being AGAINST something, why not browse other forums, such as "general student" and see if you can help answer some of the many questions that are often posted there?
I don't see it as "spinning my wheels". I think its in nursings best interest to NOT be unionized ,and will continue to speak out against what i feel is not in the best intersts of nursing. It's ok to disagree but don't "shoo" me away because you don't like what I have to say.