Thankfully, the CTU didn't take Zorn's advice
You may remember, it was just a little over two weeks ago that Tribune columnist Eric Zorn was urging the Chicago Teachers Union to throw in the towel in its fight with the mayor over the 90-minute-longer school day.
Zorn advised CTU leaders on Sept. 16 to "graciously surrender."
I couldn't begin to guess which side has the stronger case — labor law is pretty dense — but I can helpfully imagine
Zorn advised CTU leaders on Sept. 16 to "graciously surrender."
I couldn't begin to guess which side has the stronger case — labor law is pretty dense — but I can helpfully imagine
News from the battle front
Crain's New York Business, New York Magazine, and The Village Voice are reporting that "a loose coalition of labor and community groups" have pledged solidarity with the protests at Zuccotti Park in New York's financial district and are organizing a march for next Wednesday, Oct. 5. -- Slate
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