The confusing, long list of initiatives on this year’s ballot is enough to make anyone nervous.
What Would a Teamster Do on this year’s initiatives? Here’s the answer, in numerical order:
NO on I-1053 because it hurts Teamsters working in the public sector or who depend on state revenues to fund health care, schools, and other public services. Learn more.
YES on I-1098 because it helps Teamsters who depend on public sector jobs or public services. Stimulates the economy by cutting taxes for small businesses. Learn more.
NO on I-1082 because it hurts Teamsters in every sector who might be injured or disabled on the job. Slashes help for injured workers, eliminates oversight, and turns workers’ compensation system over to Wall Street insurance giants like AIG. Learn more.
NO on I-1100 and I-1105 because they hurt hundreds of Teamsters working for beer distributors in WA. Increases risks and demands on first responders by increasing minors’ access to hard liquor. Cuts revenue by y$750 million. Learn more.
YES on R-52 because it funds Teamster and other working family jobs to clean up toxins, asbestos, and energy leaks in our schools, protecting kids and saving and saving money. Learn more.
The list is from our freinds at IBT Joint Council 28. Now don't forget to vote!
