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Dispatch Commentary -Tuesday March 6, 2012 3:10 AM

The current attempt to enact the right-to-work laws are at best misguided and, at worst, an attempt by those behind Ohio Senate Bill 5 to try for a second bite of the apple (Forum columns, Thursday).

The reason behind the so-called “closed” union shops is that unions are obligated under the law to represent all employees in the workplace, whether they are members of the union or not.

As a former union leader, I promise that nonmembers will not hesitate to call their union if they are called before their employer for discipline, or if they feel that their contract has been violated.

I also have never met the nonmember who will turn down a negotiated raise or benefit increase. And nonmembers’ voices are just as loud if they feel that those raises aren't big enough.

My former union was not a closed shop. However, we were able to negotiate a “fair share” provision into our contract. That provision did not require union membership, but did require nonmembers to pay a sum equal to the dues paid by the members. In essence, to pay their fair share.

If those behind the right-to-work bills are sincere about what they are saying, let them rewrite the legislation to mandate that nonmembers pay their fair share.

MARK McCLOUD

Our members agree and appreciate Marks commentary- Thank You!

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