Jeanne Shaheen - what is your answer?
Well, it seems that former Governor Shaheen could take some "straight talk" lessons when it comes to speaking about her stance on unions. Specifically, the issue of Employee Free Choice Act. What is it, and why does it matter?
Well, the labor unions have been taking a beating in the private sector - only about 7% of private sector workers have decided to join unions - got that? They have exercised their free will in deciding to allow a union to represent them for all kinds of workplace issues (e.g., wages, benefits, work rules, et al). Only in the public sector have the unions seen any substantial growth.
So, the unions want to change the rules! They effectively want to take away one of democracy's essential rights, that of casting a vote in the privacy of the voting booth, away from their proposed membership. They are relying on the fact that many people, when confronted by those on a mission, will accede their true feelings by bowing to pressure brought by union organizers. From Wikipedia:
Under current labor law, the U.S. National Labor Relations Board will certify a union as the exclusive representative of employees if it is elected by either a majority signature drive, the card check process, or by secret ballot NLRB election, which is held if more than 30% of employees in a bargaining unit sign statements asking for representation by a union. Under the EFCA, an employer would no longer have the opportunity to demand a secret ballot election when a majority of employees have signed union cards and there is no evidence of illegal coercion.
Essentially, what this act will do is to take away that right to privacy! And who, when confronted with some of the past history of union thuggery in attempting to get their way, are going to be forthcoming when asked about coercion?
So, when Jeanne Shaheen is asked this question, what's her answer?
That's right - she refuses to answer it. How come, Governor? Why not be forthcoming on where you stand? Are you afraid of telling the truth on which side of the issue you are on?
Remember, the 'Grok wants answers - if we raise cain with fellow Republicans for dodging the hard issue, you really didn't think we'd leave you alone on this VERY important question, right?
So, what really is your stance?
(H/T: Soren)
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Posted by: wx insider | June 16, 2008 8:51 AM