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Originally Posted by BlueStreak
Something must have changed since the late 80's then. Or maybe there are variances between states? I really haven't kept up with these things. So, at least it is a good thing that unions can send free riders a bill. Should have always been that way. I do recall at one time, word coming down in our union that if a free rider tried to demand representation that the local was to refuse unless the free rider agreed to join, and the international would back them up if it went to court. Because dirtbags were doing this all of the time. They would refuse to join, then demand to be represented when management stepped on their toes. Jerkoffs.
Dave
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The situation I was describing was in states other than the right to scab states. In the right to scab states the unions are forced to represent the scabs. In worker friendly states, the workers may refrain from joining the union, but they must pay a representation fee if the union and employer agree to one. By declining to join the union, however, the fee payers lose the right to vote in union elections, including votes whether to accept a collective bargaining agreement.
By the way, right to scab states average around $72 per week in smaller wages.
Regards,
D-Ray