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A California labor union helped oust a Democrat from the state Capitol. His replacement wants to curb union power.

Labor unions can significantly influence California politics, as demonstrated by the ousting of a Democratic senator for failing to support their agenda.

Your guide to the LAUSD District 5 school board race: Griego vs. Ortiz

The District 5 race reveals a clash between different union influences and educational priorities in candidate support.

Exclusive | Powerful nurses union scheming to make bank off Hochul's changes to NY's $9B Medicaid program

1199 SEIU is attempting to capitalize on Medicaid reforms to enhance membership and advocate for higher wages in New York's home care program.

NY lawmakers poised to pass $237B state budget, including extension of mayoral control of NYC schools

Lawmakers in Albany are set to pass a $237 billion state budget with an extension of Mayor Eric Adams' control over New York City schools.

NY Democrats suck up to Big Labor with another pricey pension perk

Public employees hired after 2012 may see juicier pensions based on salaries from the last three years, adding $4.4 billion to taxpayer debt.
Even Tier 6 public employees in New York enjoy generous and tax-exempt pension benefits, contrasting with the private sector.

How powerful forces 'from left to right' came together to stop NYC's controversial congestion pricing

A $15 congestion toll for Midtown was scuttled due to a diverse and powerful coalition's opposition.
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