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Shedd Aquarium employees win union election despite management's misinformation campaign
By AFSCME Council 31 · Thursday, November 07, 2024
CHICAGO – There’s yet another crest in the historic wave of workers forming unions at Chicago cultural institutions.
The National Labor Relations Board announced last week that employees of Shedd Aquarium won their union by a wide margin, overcoming management’s anti-union misinformation campaign.
More than 75% voted yes. When certified, Shedd Workers United/AFSCME will represent about 180 employees, marking nine straight victories for the AFSCME Cultural Workers United (CWU) campaign in Chicago.
“Shedd is an institution focused on sustainability for marine life. Together in our union, we can ensure an equal focus on making it a sustainable place to work,” the Shedd Workers United organizing committee said.
FULL story: https://www.afscme.org/blog/shedd-aquarium-employees-win-union-election-despite-managements-misinformation-campaign