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Ask Congress to Demand the National Labor Relations Board Hold Hearings Now
The Bush-appointed National Labor Relations Board is poised to issue decisions in three cases that could strip millions of workers of their right to have a union at work—all without holding public hearings.
These workers should get a chance to speak about a decision that directly impacts their lives and their freedoms. But the NLRB is hiding behind closed doors and refuses to hold public hearings!
Give these workers a voice: ask Congress to demand the NLRB hold hearings on these important cases.
| Sample Letter for Campaign |
Subject: Demand the NLRB Hold Public Hearings
Dear [ Decision Maker ] ,
I have just been informed that the National Labor Relations Board will make major decisions on cases that will determine the definition of "supervisor," but that it is moving forward without giving the public a chance to speak at a hearing.
Hundreds of thousands of workers would be immediately affected if the NLRB broadens the classification of a supervisor. Given the wide implications of these cases, the NLRB should be holding oral arguments to hear from Congress, employees, unions, employers, and members of the public.
The significance of these decisions will be huge, and the NLRB has a duty to have an open process. It has been standard practice for this agency to hold oral arguments in major decisions, yet this NLRB continues to ignore past precedent.
I urge you to contact NLRB Chairman Robert J. Battista and tell him to allow public hearings for these cases so that affected parties can have a say in the process.
Thank you.
Sincerely,
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