Teachers’ unions invest over $43.5 million in liberal causes and Democratic political action committees.
Teacher Unions’ $43.5 Million Contributions to Liberal Causes WASHINGTON – Since 2022, the two biggest teacher unions in the United States have funneled over $43.5 million to liberal advocacy organizations. A recent report from a conservative watchdog group highlights significant donations made to the Democratic Party’s Political Action Committee (PAC) in preparation for the 2024 […]
Why FinTechs View Credit Unions as Their Next Major Expansion Opportunity
The landscape of financial services is evolving, with credit unions playing a pivotal role. As fintech companies move away from traditional banks, they are forming dynamic partnerships with smaller, more flexible institutions. What’s behind this strategic shift? PYMNTS Intelligence and Verella take a closer look at the technologies influencing these changes, motivations, and the next […]
Even with a decline in membership, teachers’ unions continue to invest heavily in politics.
According to a new report by a conservative watchdog group, the two largest teacher unions in the country have invested tens of millions into leftist causes, even as union membership declines following the Supreme Court’s decision against mandatory union fees. ED’s Defense Group, a nonprofit organization, published a report detailing the financial support provided by […]
Unions protest as HHS plans to take away bargaining rights from thousands of federal health workers.
Health Department Ends Bargaining Rights for Federal Employees The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has officially revoked collective bargaining rights for many federal health agency employees, a move that has stirred quite a reaction from various unions, which claim it’s illegal. On Friday, HHS representatives announced that the department terminated union approval […]
HHS is ending recognition of unions for employees at the CDC, FDA, NIH, and other agencies.
HHS Recognizes Union Representatives, Citing a Focus on Mission-Critical Work On Friday, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced that it will officially recognize union representatives for multiple sub-agencies and office staff, stating this decision will help eliminate “unnecessary obstacles to mission-critical work.” However, HHS is not extending this recognition to representatives involved […]
Credit Unions Hold Business Leaders Responsible for Data
Creating a Data-Driven Culture in Organizations When we talk about data usage, many institutions rely on dashboards and reports. However, not all of them can demonstrate how these insights genuinely influence decision-making. The key factor here is the culture within the organization. A strong data culture becomes evident when leaders prioritize data in discussions about […]
Trump recently promised financial support for schools in New York — will Gov. Hochul reject it to satisfy unions?
A new federal law allows for scholarship grants for children to attend private schools, but this hinges on whether their state governor approves it. As for New York’s Governor Kathy Hochul, I can’t quite recall her or her predecessor just waving this initiative away. Supporting it would certainly anger the influential teachers’ union here. So, […]
Unions can no longer use veterans as a shield.
Reforming Veteran Care in America In the United States, there’s a strong commitment made to military personnel and women. If you put your life on the line for this country, the expectation is that we’ll support you when you return home. Unfortunately, this assurance has often been compromised by federal systems that prioritize union interests […]
Nonprofit supports teachers in leaving unions
Teacher Freedom Alliance Launches Program for Union Opt-Out The newly established Teacher Freedom Alliance is providing educators with the choice to opt out of union membership. According to the Freedom Foundation’s CEO and president of the alliance, since 2020, the organization has been assisting government officials in opting out of unions across the country. Interestingly, […]
Trump criticizes public workers, but unions are responding.
Win One for the Working Man! Last week, city workers in Philadelphia reached a new contract agreement that includes higher wages, just after threatening to strike. Mayor Sherrell Parker decided to increase pay for those who wake up early to keep the city running, including trash collectors. Notably, rapper LL Cool J even canceled a […]