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Brawling Over Union Dues: The Coming Battle for TSA

By Bob GilsonFeb 23, 2009 5:29 PM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

President Obama promised to let TSA screening personnel be represented by unions in his campaign. The author explores what will surely shape up as a major organizing effort by competing unions and how the Agency may weigh in to the process.

10 Things Every Manager and Supervisor Must Know if the Organization’s Employees are Represented by a Union: Part Two

By Bob GilsonApr 6, 2008 11:42 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

The article tests your labor relations savvy. You’ve answered the questions, now compare your answers with those of the author.

Federal Unions and Their Paid Representatives: What Do You Know about Them and What Do You Think about Their Role?

By Bob GilsonSep 27, 2007 7:43 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

This article describes some of the characteristics of a Federal union its paid representatives. The author invites readers to comment on questions posed by the article concerning the role and access to services given to federal employee unions by federal agencies.

Don’t Want NSPS? Join A Union!

FedSmith.com author Robbie KunreutherBy Robbie KunreutherMar 6, 2007 6:47 AM Categories Federal Workforce News, Human Resources Leave a comment

As NSPS is challenged in court, DoD is moving out by scrupulously avoiding unionized employees. This gives thousands of DoD professionals a way out–they can form a bargaining unit.

Is it Time to Stop Subsidizing Federal Unions with Tax Money?

By Bob GilsonJul 19, 2006 8:25 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

Federal agencies spend millions of dollars each year to subsidize federal employee unions. The reasons for the continued subsidies are complex. The author poses the question: Is it time to stop subsidizing federal employee labor unions?

New Rules for Federal Unions

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJun 5, 2006 8:21 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

The Department of Labor has issued new rules that require union members be notified of their rights as members of a union.

Rating the “Clout Index” of Federal Employee Unions

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJan 30, 2006 10:03 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

Here is a “clout index” of several federal unions.

Loss of Power and Members Impacts Union Solidarity

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithAug 8, 2005 8:40 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

Several large unions have withdrawn from the AFL-CIO, taking with them millions of dollars and millions of members. Federal employee unions have experienced substantial losses in power and members also.

“The Emperor Has No Clothes”

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithMay 23, 2005 8:19 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

What will it take for federal employee unions to try a more bipartisan approach in playing politics at the national level?

Battling for Hearts and Minds in Defense

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithApr 11, 2005 7:29 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

Change comes slowly to a large, bureaucratic organization. The proposed changes to the civil service structure in DoD are no exception. The public relations battle is just the first round.

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