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Mississippi AFL-CIO meeting on Right to Work

 Item
Identifier: L1986-26_AV0020

Scope and Contents

In this recording, meeting attendees discussed the "Right to Work" law and opposing views. Mississippi Labor Council President Claude Ramsey and Secretary-Treasurer Tom Knight express their opposition, highlighting concerns about the law's impact on the economy. Comparisons between Mississippi and Louisiana are made to support these arguments. On the other hand, some argue in favor of the law, emphasizing the freedom of choice for employees to join a union or work elsewhere. Critics claim that the law aims to keep wages low and limit union power. Opponents question the necessity of placing this legislation in the Constitution. Overall, the discussion reveals the complex balance between individual rights, union strength, and broader economic consequences.

Dates

  • Creation: 1952 - 1978

Creator

Restrictions on Access

Collection is open for research use. Some sound recordings can only be accessed in the Special Collections and Archives Reading Room.

Extent

From the Collection: 48 Linear Feet (in 248 manuscript boxes)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Repository Details

Part of the Special Collections Repository

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