AFL-CIO Praises NLRB Ban on Captive Audience Meetings
Editorial StaffThe Facts -
- NLRB bans coercive captive audience meetings used by bosses pre-union elections.
- Such meetings prevent workers from asking questions or leaving, curbing democracy.
- AFL-CIO praises this decision, emphasizing workers' freedom to organize.
NLRB Bans Coercive Captive Audience Meetings, AFL-CIO Responds
AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler issued a statement following the National Labor Relations Board's (NLRB) decision to prohibit coercive “captive audience” meetings.
The NLRB has underscored its dedication to worker rights by banning captive audience meetings, a common tactic used by employers during anti-union campaigns. These meetings, known for threats like job cuts or deportation, force employees to listen to anti-union rhetoric without the chance to question or exit. This ban marks a significant step towards fairer union elections in the U.S.
Supporting Amazon workers, the board's decision highlights that these meetings violate worker freedom, holding corporations accountable for such anti-worker practices. Despite millions spent on union-busting, the AFL-CIO remains committed to ensuring workers can organize freely. We commend the board and General Counsel Jennifer Abruzzo for ending this unjust practice.
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