State Proposal 2: Collective Bargaining

State Proposal 2: Collective 
Bargaining

UPDATE: LANSING - Whether to make collective bargaining a right for public and private workers or not is what Michigan voters have to decide on coming November.

According to Michigan Chamber Of Commerce, 97 percent of Michigan residents will be not affect by this proposal because unionized individuals are already protected under federal law.

"We believe this is not the right direction for Michigan to enshrine rights for 3 percent of Michigan's population," said Wendy Block, the Director of Health Policy and Human Resources from Michigan Chamber Of Commerce.

On the other hand, unions and worker advocacy groups have something different in mind. "Proposal 2 is about providing a good quality of life, a good standard of living for everyone," said Art Luna, Region 1-C C.A.P Coordinator from Michigan UAW.

If proposal 2 passes, Michigan will be the first state to grant public and private employees the constitutional right to bargain collectively through labor unions.

Should this proposal be approved?

ORIGINAL STORY: LANSING - In November, Michigan voters will have an opportunity to choose either yes or no on Proposal 2.

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