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Re: Unions in general-long post

From: The Austin's (whest177)
Date: Mon Jun 26 2000 - 08:33:48 PDT

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    SanD and Dennis - well said! I too believe in support of our union. We have
    a few non-member teachers who will take up a collection - usually $10 each -
    to pay our negotiators. This is almost an insult to those of us who pay more
    than that monthly. Personally, I believe in supporting those who will
    benefit me financially and who will back me if I need it. Right now I'm
    keeping my fingers crossed that art shows will be added as a supplemental.
    Michal

    > The union gives you, as an individual, a legitimate voice. One that CAN
    say,
    > "why must I change rooms?" (that is a working condition issue--something a
    > union can negotiate), or "why don't I have a planning period" (another
    working
    > condition issue).I personally think that you will get more than your dues
    > worth if you work WITH the union. (And, more importantly feel EMPOWERED).
    >
    > Oh! and I was active in the NEA as well when THEY were the Union
    representing
    > me. I figure if you are representing ME, then you should do that, and I
    will
    > help you do that.
    > 

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