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February 2, 2012

Thousands Protest as Indiana Enacts Anti-Union "Right to Work" Law 
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Indiana Gov. Mitch Daniels has signed a so-called “right-to-work”
measure into law, making Indiana the twenty-third state to enact similar
legislation. The law prevents companies from requiring workers to pay
dues or fees in order to join a union. Critics say the laws are meant to
demolish unions and labor rights. Following the bill's approval on
Wednesday, thousands of union workers held a protest march to Lucas Oil
Stadium, where the Super Bowl will be played this Sunday. The National
Football League Players Association has opposed the legislation, calling
"right-to-work," "a political ploy designed to destroy basic workers’
rights."



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