Posts Tagged Right to Work

Virginia’s “Right to Work” law could be a big point of discussion in the upcoming session

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Labor politics might end up being a flashpoint in the upcoming General Assembly session. Michael Pope has this preview.

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Spanberger won’t have a significant endorsement heading into the fall

Endorsements are an important part of the race for governor, and Michael Pope tells us about one significant endorsement that’s not happening.

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Virginia’s Right to Work law will again be a big campaign topic this year

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Labor issues may end up being a big campaign issue in the statewide elections this year. Michael Pope reports on a question that has vexed Democrats for years.

In a written statement, former Congresswoman Abigail Spanberger did not commit to repealing the Right to Work Law. Here is the entire statement from her campaign to Reporter Michael Pope:

“Abigail Spanberger believes that Virginians deserve leaders who are not afraid to stand up for workers and believe in creating jobs, not chaos. Abigail has met with both Virginia labor organizations and Virginia business groups to hear their priorities. As Governor, she will remain focused on getting things done for Virginia’s working families and tackling the ongoing challenges facing Virginia’s workforce and economy.”

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Republicans want to enshrine “Right to Work” into the Virginia Constitution

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Members of the General Assembly are debating restrictions on labor unions. Michael Pope reports.

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McAuliffe Not Saying Much About Right to Work… For Now

Labor groups across Virginia are hoping that Virginia joins other states in ditching its controversial right-to-work law, which prevents employers from compelling employees to pay union dues. Michael Pope reports that that’s an issue former Governor Terry McAuliffe doesn’t have much to say about.

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An Effort to Repeal Virginia’s “Right to Work” Law Has Been Shelved

StateSeal00The effort to repeal Virginia’s right to work law has failed, at least for now. Michael Pope reports.

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Could Virginia’s Right-to-Work Law Split Democrats in Richmond?

StateSeal00Democrats have a long list of labor issues to tackle after they take control of the General Assembly later this week. But, one of labor’s top issues is dividing Democrats. Michael Pope reports.

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