Banning Compulsory Dues Curbs Cost of Living
On average, forced-unionism states are 23.2% more expensive to live in than Right to Work states. And decades of academic research show that compulsory unionism actually fosters a higher cost of living.
The union boss of the United Auto Workers is pledging to “pound” Toyota and their employees as part of an effort to coerce their workers into the union. Unfortunately for the UAW, Toyota and other manufactures have moved their facilities to Right to Work states so workers can have a say in the matter.
On average, forced-unionism states are 23.2% more expensive to live in than Right to Work states. And decades of academic research show that compulsory unionism actually fosters a higher cost of living.
Strong employment gains in Right to Work states are the reason more Americans are working now than pre-COVID.
Where forced union dues are permitted, workers and other people end up with less purchasing power.