I think this is the canary in the coal mine for the engineers and conductors votes, said Todd Vachon, professor of labor studies at Rutgers University. They were the ones you anticipate would reject a deal. The fact that the BMWE voted no suggests a no vote [by train crew members] is more likel
Date: Oct 11, 2022
Category: U.S.
Source: Google
US railroad union rejects contract with employers, raising strike concerns
The Rutgers University professor Todd Vachon, who teaches labor relations classes, said he was not entirely surprised the contract was rejected given how emboldened union members feel to fight for better working conditions amidst the current worker shortage.
Date: Oct 10, 2022
Category: U.S.
Source: Google
Large rail union rejects deal, renewing strike possibility
Rutgers University professor Todd Vachon, who teaches labor relations classes, said hes not entirely surprised the contract was rejected given how emboldened union members feel to fight for better working conditions amidst the current worker shortage.