New York Takes On the Opt-Out Grift

By Editorial Board · 2026-06-08

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The real political strength of unions lies in workers standing together, and New York Democrats want to stop right-wing groups that deceive workers into abandoning their collective power. A bill that passed the state Assembly on

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Published: 2026-06-08
Pen name: Editorial Board