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'Right-to-work' arrives for Michigan's unions
Mar 28, 2013
Michigan's new 'right-to-work' law goes into effect, stripping unions in the state of many protections and privileges.
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Michigan injects politics into tourism slogan
Jan 11, 2013
“Pure Michigan” has been a popular tourism slogan. But the state is now using it to attract businesses by touting a new law that curbs union power.
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Michigan residents seek new path to the middle class
Dec 19, 2012
Community college replaces unionized auto factories as landmarks of economic mobility in Flint, Mich.
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The path to Michigan's right-to-work law
Dec 18, 2012
Residents of Flint reflect on Michigan's move from union stronghold to right-to-work state.
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Sales of armored kids' backpacks have tripled since Friday
Dec 18, 2012
A company in Salt Lake City makes lightweight body armor and armored backpacks with Avengers and Disney logos.
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How do Americans feel about 'right-to-work'?
Dec 13, 2012
The news of Michigan's 'right-to-work' law has reignited the debate about the role of unions in our country today, so how is the issue playing with the American public?
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Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder on 'right-to-work'
Dec 13, 2012
Unions in Michigan are facing a new reality. They'll have to convince their members to keep paying dues after Republicans passed a law that makes Michigan a right-to-work state. Governor Rick Snyder put his signature on the law.
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After Michigan, what's next for 'right-to-work'?
Dec 12, 2012
Union protestors crowded the capitol, but Michigan lawmakers swiftly approved legislation yesterday making Michigan a so-called "right-to-work" state.
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Michigan governor signs right-to-work legislation
Dec 11, 2012
Thousands of union members protest before Michigan becomes the 24th right-to-work state.
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Union workers stage protest in Michigan
Dec 11, 2012
The Michigan State Capitol is hosting thousands of protesters this morning. The house is taking up a so-called "right to work" bill.
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