Today in 1970 Defying a law prohibiting them from striking, public school teachers in Minneapolis walk out over wages and the right to bargain collectively. A year after the strike was settled, the Minnesota legislature passed the Public Employment Labor Relations Act (PERLA), strengthening collective bargaining rights for public employees.
The Association of Retired Members held a banquet May 10, 2012 at Local 355's Baltimore hall to close their 2012 Bowling Season. Photos are available for viewing here.
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