- Not all forms of strikes are protected by the NLRA. What types are protected? Unprotected? Does this make sense, or should all types of strikes be treated equally?
- In a concise paragraph, paraphrase what you have learned about a strike replacements to explain to your parents or spouse why this is such a controversial issue in labor relations. Should the NLRA be revised to prohibit the use of temporary or permanent strike placements?
- List the pros and cons of interest arbitration. Why do you think the usage of interest arbitration in the private sector is so low?
- A state legislature is writing a public sector bargaining law and asks you to design the law’s impasse procedures ( strike, arbitration, medication, fact-finding, or some combination). Outline a detailed plan. Do you allow workers to strike? Do you require new types fo third-party dispute resolution procedures? How would you sell this plan to the various interested parties?
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