Power to our unions and our educators!
Cal State administrators recently announced a 5% pay increase for faculty members, triggering plans for a statewide strike by the union representing tens of thousands of professors, lecturers, counselors, librarians, and coaches. Scheduled to commence on January 22, the five-day strike is a response to what the union perceives as inadequate salary adjustments and unresolved workplace concerns, such as parental leave and mental health resources. Despite assertions from CSU officials that the raise demonstrates an effort to expedite deserved salary enhancements, union leaders maintain that the imposed 5% raise falls short of addressing their members' needs, advocating instead for a 12% raise to align with inflation rates.
The power of unionization in this context is evident. It's a collective voice amplifying the plea for fair treatment and recognition of educators' worth. Through the strength of their union, teachers can effect meaningful change, ensuring that their invaluable contributions to society are properly recognized and compensated. Power to our unions! Power to our educators!
Gabrielle Lurie/The Chronicle 2023
Cal State faculty plan 5-day strike after administrators impose 5% pay hike
By Nanette Asimov | SF Chronicle | Jan 9, 2024