Is collective bargaining in the publics interest?
Last, but certainly not least, the answer is “Yes.” Contrast General Statute 95-98 (see Question #2) with the Iowa statute: “The general assembly declares that it is the public policy of the state to promote harmonious and cooperative relationships between government and its employees by permitting public employees to organize and bargain collectively; to protect the citizens of this state by assuring effective and orderly operations of government in providing for their health, safety, and welfare;…” Some public policy analysts contend that the lack of collective bargaining prevents the resolution of long-term disputes within government. Thereby, government is less efficient. Taxpayers lose in dollars, lack of services, and quality of services (see Question #6). Collective bargaining by public employees can also serve as a counter to the Southern elite’s plan to profit from uninhibited growth.
Last, but certainly not least, the answer is “Yes.” Contrast General Statute 95-98 (see Question #2) with the Iowa statute: “The general assembly declares that it is the public policy of the state to promote harmonious and cooperative relationships between government and its employees by permitting public employees to organize and bargain collectively; to protect the citizens of this state by assuring effective and orderly operations of government in providing for their health, safety, and welfare;…” Some public policy analysts contend that the lack of collective bargaining prevents the resolution of long-term disputes within government. Thereby, government is less efficient. Taxpayers lose in dollars, lack of services, and quality of services (see Question #6). Collective bargaining by public employees can also serve as a counter to the Southern elite’s plan to profit from uninhibited growth. Granting collective bargaining rights to public employees may put a little more money in th
