Issue Position: Supporting Unions and Workers' Rights

Issue Position

From fighting for a higher minimum wage -- because an honest day's work should always result in an honest day's pay -- to spearheading a paid family leave program, Michaelle knows that New York State is only as strong as its workers.

Raised in a union family and by a former union member, Michaelle knows that organized labor is an important part of our State. Unions protect workers from various abuses, such as arbitrary firing and unsafe work conditions. Unfortunately, under the current state of affairs, unions are under attack. Michaelle has a long-standing relationship with unions and remains a true friend of organized labor. Michaelle supported legislation that allows workers to collectively bargain for benefits, wages, and an acceptable work environment.

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