No-strike law for public employees upheld by court
The New York Times reports courts affirm the ban on strikes by federal workers, ruling public employees have no constitutional right to strike. The AFL CIO supports air traffic controllers’ call for rights, while the Reagan administration pursues fines, potential jail, and decertification of the controllers’ union for illegal strikes.
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Public employee strikes and the right to protest
The text discusses the legality and constitutional questions surrounding federal employee strikes versus private sector strikes. It notes Congress restraint on federal workers, oath requirements since 1955, and a 1971 Supreme Court ruling upholding that government employees lack the right to strike. It cites Ira Glasser criticizing the policy as unfair while acknowledging constitutional backing.
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Lambert Airport controllers rally for solidarity
Striking air traffic controllers at Lambert Airport planned a solidarity rally as a 10 a.m. deadline loomed for return to work or loss of jobs. Vincent Micciche of PATCO Local 352 said the group made its decision Sunday and was surprised at the delay before potential arrests.
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