Education Secretary McMahon informs teachers they can choose not to pay union dues
Teacher Unions Face Turmoil After Education Secretary’s Announcement Teachers’ unions are currently experiencing significant unrest following a striking video from Education Secretary Linda McMahon. In this video, she presents a straightforward message: “Teachers, did you know that you are not required to pay union dues, no matter what state you live in? In 2018, the […]
Four biggest public-sector unions allocated 86% of member dues to progressive causes in 2024
Union Spending on Political Activities Reaches $915 Million The four largest public sector unions in the U.S. have invested approximately $915 million in elections and progressive political activities during the 2024 election cycle. A significant 86% of this spending was funded through member dues. A report recently released by the Commonwealth Foundation, a nonprofit based […]
Reinstating Country Club Dues Tax Deduction Is Stronger Justification Than SALT
Tax Policy Shifts and SALT Deductions The Tax Cuts and Employment Act (TCJA) has led to a permanent decrease in corporate tax rates, effectively putting an end to corporate inversions as an ongoing issue. However, the cuts in personal income tax rates are set to expire at the end of 2025. A lawsuit has now […]
Goldwater Institute Warns Phoenix and Tempe of Potential Union Dues Violations
Estimated Reading Time: 2 minutes Two of Arizona’s largest cities may be unconstitutionally restricting workers who no longer wish to pay dues to their union, according to the nonprofit Goldwater Institute. The legal firm cites the Supreme Court case Janus v. the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees Council 31, in which “the […]
AOC Bends Knee to DCCC Establishment by Paying Dues for First Time
Former populist Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) has surrendered to the Democratic establishment by waiving her initial dues to the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC). The House Elections Committee is required to collect election cycle fees from members of Congress. The amount varies depending on the party situation. Lawmakers accumulate power by raising money and distributing it […]