Supreme Court, Unions

Visitors line up to hear a case before the United States Supreme Court that could effectively bring an end to public sector unions. On Monday, January 11, 2016 in Washington D.C. the Court heard a case brought by non-union teachers in California seeking to overturn the current system in which public employees in 23 states and the District of Columbia must pay for the cost of collective bargaining, even if they disagree with their unions' demands. One of those suing is Rebecca Friedrichs, a third grade teacher from Los Angeles who has become the public face for the group. The Supreme Court's decision is expected by late June. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

Supreme Court, Unions

"We can do better together" says this pro-union demonstrator. A case before the United States Supreme Court could effectively bring an end to public sector unions. On Monday, January 11, 2016 in Washington D.C. the Court heard a case brought by non-union teachers in California seeking to overturn the current system in which public employees in 23 states and the District of Columbia must pay for the cost of collective bargaining, even if they disagree with their unions' demands. One of those suing is Rebecca Friedrichs, a third grade teacher from Los Angeles who has become the public face for the group. The Supreme Court's decision is expected by late June. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

Supreme Court, Unions

Bonnie Grabenhofer, Action Vice President, National Organization for Women (NOW) supports the union cause. A case before the United States Supreme Court could effectively bring an end to public sector unions. On Monday, January 11, 2016 in Washington D.C. the Court heard a case brought by non-union teachers in California seeking to overturn the current system in which public employees in 23 states and the District of Columbia must pay for the cost of collective bargaining, even if they disagree with their unions' demands. One of those suing is Rebecca Friedrichs, a third grade teacher from Los Angeles who has become the public face for the group. The Supreme Court's decision is expected by late June. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

Supreme Court, Unions

"Stand, Fight, Unite, Win" says these pro-union activists. A case before the United States Supreme Court could effectively bring an end to public sector unions. On Monday, January 11, 2016 in Washington D.C. the Court heard a case brought by non-union teachers in California seeking to overturn the current system in which public employees in 23 states and the District of Columbia must pay for the cost of collective bargaining, even if they disagree with their unions' demands. One of those suing is Rebecca Friedrichs, a third grade teacher from Los Angeles who has become the public face for the group. The Supreme Court's decision is expected by late June. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

Supreme Court, Unions

Bonnie Grabenhofer, Action Vice President, National Organization for Women (NOW) supports the union cause. A case before the United States Supreme Court could effectively bring an end to public sector unions. On Monday, January 11, 2016 in Washington D.C. the Court heard a case brought by non-union teachers in California seeking to overturn the current system in which public employees in 23 states and the District of Columbia must pay for the cost of collective bargaining, even if they disagree with their unions' demands. One of those suing is Rebecca Friedrichs, a third grade teacher from Los Angeles who has become the public face for the group. The Supreme Court's decision is expected by late June. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

Supreme Court, Unions

"This is America, No limits on our freedom" says this activist. A case before the United States Supreme Court could effectively bring an end to public sector unions. On Monday, January 11, 2016 in Washington D.C. the Court heard a case brought by non-union teachers in California seeking to overturn the current system in which public employees in 23 states and the District of Columbia must pay for the cost of collective bargaining, even if they disagree with their unions' demands. One of those suing is Rebecca Friedrichs, a third grade teacher from Los Angeles who has become the public face for the group. The Supreme Court's decision is expected by late June. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

Supreme Court, Unions

Service Employees International Union (SCIU) member Bob Fernandez of Franklin CT says stronger unions mean a stronger middle class. A case before the United States Supreme Court could effectively bring an end to public sector unions. On Monday, January 11, 2016 in Washington D.C. the Court heard a case brought by non-union teachers in California seeking to overturn the current system in which public employees in 23 states and the District of Columbia must pay for the cost of collective bargaining, even if they disagree with their unions' demands. One of those suing is Rebecca Friedrichs, a third grade teacher from Los Angeles who has become the public face for the group. The Supreme Court's decision is expected by late June. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

Supreme Court, Unions

"Respect teachers? Then respect their First Amendment rights" says this anit-union activist. A case before the United States Supreme Court could effectively bring an end to public sector unions. On Monday, January 11, 2016 in Washington D.C. the Court heard a case brought by non-union teachers in California seeking to overturn the current system in which public employees in 23 states and the District of Columbia must pay for the cost of collective bargaining, even if they disagree with their unions' demands. One of those suing is Rebecca Friedrichs, a third grade teacher from Los Angeles who has become the public face for the group. The Supreme Court's decision is expected by late June. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

Supreme Court, Unions

Pro union activists demonstrate. A case before the United States Supreme Court could effectively bring an end to public sector unions. On Monday, January 11, 2016 in Washington D.C. the Court heard a case brought by non-union teachers in California seeking to overturn the current system in which public employees in 23 states and the District of Columbia must pay for the cost of collective bargaining, even if they disagree with their unions' demands. One of those suing is Rebecca Friedrichs, a third grade teacher from Los Angeles who has become the public face for the group. The Supreme Court's decision is expected by late June. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

Supreme Court, Unions

"Respect teachers? Then respect their First Amendment rights" says this anit-union activist. A case before the United States Supreme Court could effectively bring an end to public sector unions. On Monday, January 11, 2016 in Washington D.C. the Court heard a case brought by non-union teachers in California seeking to overturn the current system in which public employees in 23 states and the District of Columbia must pay for the cost of collective bargaining, even if they disagree with their unions' demands. One of those suing is Rebecca Friedrichs, a third grade teacher from Los Angeles who has become the public face for the group. The Supreme Court's decision is expected by late June. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

Supreme Court, Unions

"Respect teachers? Then respect their First Amendment rights" says this anit-union activist. A case before the United States Supreme Court could effectively bring an end to public sector unions. On Monday, January 11, 2016 in Washington D.C. the Court heard a case brought by non-union teachers in California seeking to overturn the current system in which public employees in 23 states and the District of Columbia must pay for the cost of collective bargaining, even if they disagree with their unions' demands. One of those suing is Rebecca Friedrichs, a third grade teacher from Los Angeles who has become the public face for the group. The Supreme Court's decision is expected by late June. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

Supreme Court, Unions

"I stand with Rebecca" says this anit-union activist. A case before the United States Supreme Court could effectively bring an end to public sector unions. On Monday, January 11, 2016 in Washington D.C. the Court heard a case brought by non-union teachers in California seeking to overturn the current system in which public employees in 23 states and the District of Columbia must pay for the cost of collective bargaining, even if they disagree with their unions' demands. One of those suing is Rebecca Friedrichs, a third grade teacher from Los Angeles who has become the public face for the group. The Supreme Court's decision is expected by late June. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

Supreme Court, Unions

"Respect teachers? Then respect their First Amendment rights" says this anit-union activist. A case before the United States Supreme Court could effectively bring an end to public sector unions. On Monday, January 11, 2016 in Washington D.C. the Court heard a case brought by non-union teachers in California seeking to overturn the current system in which public employees in 23 states and the District of Columbia must pay for the cost of collective bargaining, even if they disagree with their unions' demands. One of those suing is Rebecca Friedrichs, a third grade teacher from Los Angeles who has become the public face for the group. The Supreme Court's decision is expected by late June. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

Supreme Court, Unions

"Respect teachers? Then respect their First Amendment rights" says this anit-union activist. A case before the United States Supreme Court could effectively bring an end to public sector unions. On Monday, January 11, 2016 in Washington D.C. the Court heard a case brought by non-union teachers in California seeking to overturn the current system in which public employees in 23 states and the District of Columbia must pay for the cost of collective bargaining, even if they disagree with their unions' demands. One of those suing is Rebecca Friedrichs, a third grade teacher from Los Angeles who has become the public face for the group. The Supreme Court's decision is expected by late June. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

Supreme Court, Unions

"Respect teachers? Then respect their First Amendment rights" says this anit-union activist. A case before the United States Supreme Court could effectively bring an end to public sector unions. On Monday, January 11, 2016 in Washington D.C. the Court heard a case brought by non-union teachers in California seeking to overturn the current system in which public employees in 23 states and the District of Columbia must pay for the cost of collective bargaining, even if they disagree with their unions' demands. One of those suing is Rebecca Friedrichs, a third grade teacher from Los Angeles who has become the public face for the group. The Supreme Court's decision is expected by late June. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

Supreme Court, Unions

"Don't silence our voice" says this pro-union demonstrator. A case before the United States Supreme Court could effectively bring an end to public sector unions. On Monday, January 11, 2016 in Washington D.C. the Court heard a case brought by non-union teachers in California seeking to overturn the current system in which public employees in 23 states and the District of Columbia must pay for the cost of collective bargaining, even if they disagree with their unions' demands. One of those suing is Rebecca Friedrichs, a third grade teacher from Los Angeles who has become the public face for the group. The Supreme Court's decision is expected by late June. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

Supreme Court, Unions

Service Employees International Union (SCIU) member Michael Waltos of Middletown CT says "Working people want a voice". A case before the United States Supreme Court could effectively bring an end to public sector unions. On Monday, January 11, 2016 in Washington D.C. the Court heard a case brought by non-union teachers in California seeking to overturn the current system in which public employees in 23 states and the District of Columbia must pay for the cost of collective bargaining, even if they disagree with their unions' demands. One of those suing is Rebecca Friedrichs, a third grade teacher from Los Angeles who has become the public face for the group. The Supreme Court's decision is expected by late June. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

Supreme Court, Unions

Pro-union activist Andy Feeney of Washington D.C. says "No Dues = No Unions and ... Total Rule of the 1%." A case before the United States Supreme Court could effectively bring an end to public sector unions. On Monday, January 11, 2016 in Washington D.C. the Court heard a case brought by non-union teachers in California seeking to overturn the current system in which public employees in 23 states and the District of Columbia must pay for the cost of collective bargaining, even if they disagree with their unions' demands. One of those suing is Rebecca Friedrichs, a third grade teacher from Los Angeles who has become the public face for the group. The Supreme Court's decision is expected by late June. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

Supreme Court, Unions

Service Employees International Union (SCIU) member Bob Fernandez of Franklin CT says stronger unions mean a stronger middle class. A case before the United States Supreme Court could effectively bring an end to public sector unions. On Monday, January 11, 2016 in Washington D.C. the Court heard a case brought by non-union teachers in California seeking to overturn the current system in which public employees in 23 states and the District of Columbia must pay for the cost of collective bargaining, even if they disagree with their unions' demands. One of those suing is Rebecca Friedrichs, a third grade teacher from Los Angeles who has become the public face for the group. The Supreme Court's decision is expected by late June. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

Supreme Court, Unions

A case before the United States Supreme Court could effectively bring an end to public sector unions. On Monday, January 11, 2016 in Washington D.C. the Court heard a case brought by non-union teachers in California seeking to overturn the current system in which public employees in 23 states and the District of Columbia must pay for the cost of collective bargaining, even if they disagree with their unions' demands. One of those suing is Rebecca Friedrichs, a third grade teacher from Los Angeles who has become the public face for the group. The Supreme Court's decision is expected by late June. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

Supreme Court, Unions

A case before the United States Supreme Court could effectively bring an end to public sector unions. On Monday, January 11, 2016 in Washington D.C. the Court heard a case brought by non-union teachers in California seeking to overturn the current system in which public employees in 23 states and the District of Columbia must pay for the cost of collective bargaining, even if they disagree with their unions' demands. One of those suing is Rebecca Friedrichs, a third grade teacher from Los Angeles who has become the public face for the group. The Supreme Court's decision is expected by late June. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

Supreme Court, Unions

A case before the United States Supreme Court could effectively bring an end to public sector unions. On Monday, January 11, 2016 in Washington D.C. the Court heard a case brought by non-union teachers in California seeking to overturn the current system in which public employees in 23 states and the District of Columbia must pay for the cost of collective bargaining, even if they disagree with their unions' demands. One of those suing is Rebecca Friedrichs, a third grade teacher from Los Angeles who has become the public face for the group. The Supreme Court's decision is expected by late June. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

Supreme Court, Unions

A case before the United States Supreme Court could effectively bring an end to public sector unions. On Monday, January 11, 2016 in Washington D.C. the Court heard a case brought by non-union teachers in California seeking to overturn the current system in which public employees in 23 states and the District of Columbia must pay for the cost of collective bargaining, even if they disagree with their unions' demands. One of those suing is Rebecca Friedrichs, a third grade teacher from Los Angeles who has become the public face for the group. The Supreme Court's decision is expected by late June. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

Supreme Court, Unions

A case before the United States Supreme Court could effectively bring an end to public sector unions. On Monday, January 11, 2016 in Washington D.C. the Court heard a case brought by non-union teachers in California seeking to overturn the current system in which public employees in 23 states and the District of Columbia must pay for the cost of collective bargaining, even if they disagree with their unions' demands. One of those suing is Rebecca Friedrichs, a third grade teacher from Los Angeles who has become the public face for the group. The Supreme Court's decision is expected by late June. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

Supreme Court, Unions

A case before the United States Supreme Court could effectively bring an end to public sector unions. On Monday, January 11, 2016 in Washington D.C. the Court heard a case brought by non-union teachers in California seeking to overturn the current system in which public employees in 23 states and the District of Columbia must pay for the cost of collective bargaining, even if they disagree with their unions' demands. One of those suing is Rebecca Friedrichs, a third grade teacher from Los Angeles who has become the public face for the group. The Supreme Court's decision is expected by late June. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

Supreme Court, Unions

A case before the United States Supreme Court could effectively bring an end to public sector unions. On Monday, January 11, 2016 in Washington D.C. the Court heard a case brought by non-union teachers in California seeking to overturn the current system in which public employees in 23 states and the District of Columbia must pay for the cost of collective bargaining, even if they disagree with their unions' demands. One of those suing is Rebecca Friedrichs, a third grade teacher from Los Angeles who has become the public face for the group. The Supreme Court's decision is expected by late June. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

Supreme Court, Unions

A case before the United States Supreme Court could effectively bring an end to public sector unions. On Monday, January 11, 2016 in Washington D.C. the Court heard a case brought by non-union teachers in California seeking to overturn the current system in which public employees in 23 states and the District of Columbia must pay for the cost of collective bargaining, even if they disagree with their unions' demands. One of those suing is Rebecca Friedrichs, a third grade teacher from Los Angeles who has become the public face for the group. The Supreme Court's decision is expected by late June. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

Supreme Court, Unions

A case before the United States Supreme Court could effectively bring an end to public sector unions. On Monday, January 11, 2016 in Washington D.C. the Court heard a case brought by non-union teachers in California seeking to overturn the current system in which public employees in 23 states and the District of Columbia must pay for the cost of collective bargaining, even if they disagree with their unions' demands. One of those suing is Rebecca Friedrichs, a third grade teacher from Los Angeles who has become the public face for the group. The Supreme Court's decision is expected by late June. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

Barry Loudermilk

Rep. Barry Loudermilk (R-GA) speaks in favor of non-union teachers. A case before the United States Supreme Court could effectively bring an end to public sector unions. On Monday, January 11, 2016 in Washington D.C. the Court heard a case brought by non-union teachers in California seeking to overturn the current system in which public employees in 23 states and the District of Columbia must pay for the cost of collective bargaining, even if they disagree with their unions' demands. One of those suing is Rebecca Friedrichs, a third grade teacher from Los Angeles who has become the public face for the group. The Supreme Court's decision is expected by late June. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

Barry Loudermilk

Rep. Barry Loudermilk (R-GA) speaks in favor of non-union teachers. A case before the United States Supreme Court could effectively bring an end to public sector unions. On Monday, January 11, 2016 in Washington D.C. the Court heard a case brought by non-union teachers in California seeking to overturn the current system in which public employees in 23 states and the District of Columbia must pay for the cost of collective bargaining, even if they disagree with their unions' demands. One of those suing is Rebecca Friedrichs, a third grade teacher from Los Angeles who has become the public face for the group. The Supreme Court's decision is expected by late June. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

Supreme Court, Unions

Rep. Barry Loudermilk (R-GA) speaks in favor of non-union teachers. A case before the United States Supreme Court could effectively bring an end to public sector unions. On Monday, January 11, 2016 in Washington D.C. the Court heard a case brought by non-union teachers in California seeking to overturn the current system in which public employees in 23 states and the District of Columbia must pay for the cost of collective bargaining, even if they disagree with their unions' demands. One of those suing is Rebecca Friedrichs, a third grade teacher from Los Angeles who has become the public face for the group. The Supreme Court's decision is expected by late June. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

Supreme Court, Unions

Christopher Curtis of the New York State United Teachers (NYSUT) says stronger unions mean a stronger middle class. A case before the United States Supreme Court could effectively bring an end to public sector unions. On Monday, January 11, 2016 in Washington D.C. the Court heard a case brought by non-union teachers in California seeking to overturn the current system in which public employees in 23 states and the District of Columbia must pay for the cost of collective bargaining, even if they disagree with their unions' demands. One of those suing is Rebecca Friedrichs, a third grade teacher from Los Angeles who has become the public face for the group. The Supreme Court's decision is expected by late June. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

Supreme Court, Unions

Christopher Curtis of the New York State United Teachers (NYSUT) says stronger unions mean a stronger middle class. A case before the United States Supreme Court could effectively bring an end to public sector unions. On Monday, January 11, 2016 in Washington D.C. the Court heard a case brought by non-union teachers in California seeking to overturn the current system in which public employees in 23 states and the District of Columbia must pay for the cost of collective bargaining, even if they disagree with their unions' demands. One of those suing is Rebecca Friedrichs, a third grade teacher from Los Angeles who has become the public face for the group. The Supreme Court's decision is expected by late June. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

Supreme Court, Unions

Christopher Curtis of the New York State United Teachers (NYSUT) says stronger unions mean a stronger middle class. A case before the United States Supreme Court could effectively bring an end to public sector unions. On Monday, January 11, 2016 in Washington D.C. the Court heard a case brought by non-union teachers in California seeking to overturn the current system in which public employees in 23 states and the District of Columbia must pay for the cost of collective bargaining, even if they disagree with their unions' demands. One of those suing is Rebecca Friedrichs, a third grade teacher from Los Angeles who has become the public face for the group. The Supreme Court's decision is expected by late June. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

Supreme Court, Unions

Nina Tribble, a retired teacher and member of the United Federation of Teachers (New York City) holds a sign that proclaims "The American dream is ours if we all pay our fair share". A case before the United States Supreme Court could effectively bring an end to public sector unions. On Monday, January 11, 2016 in Washington D.C. the Court heard a case brought by non-union teachers in California seeking to overturn the current system in which public employees in 23 states and the District of Columbia must pay for the cost of collective bargaining, even if they disagree with their unions' demands. One of those suing is Rebecca Friedrichs, a third grade teacher from Los Angeles who has become the public face for the group. The Supreme Court's decision is expected by late June. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

Supreme Court, Unions

Nina Tribble, a retired teacher and member of the United Federation of Teachers (New York City) holds a sign that proclaims "The American dream is ours if we all pay our fair share". A case before the United States Supreme Court could effectively bring an end to public sector unions. On Monday, January 11, 2016 in Washington D.C. the Court heard a case brought by non-union teachers in California seeking to overturn the current system in which public employees in 23 states and the District of Columbia must pay for the cost of collective bargaining, even if they disagree with their unions' demands. One of those suing is Rebecca Friedrichs, a third grade teacher from Los Angeles who has become the public face for the group. The Supreme Court's decision is expected by late June. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

Supreme Court, Unions

AFSCME union member correctional officer Percy Donkor of Baltimore MD says "No court case will stop our movement". A case before the United States Supreme Court could effectively bring an end to public sector unions. On Monday, January 11, 2016 in Washington D.C. the Court heard a case brought by non-union teachers in California seeking to overturn the current system in which public employees in 23 states and the District of Columbia must pay for the cost of collective bargaining, even if they disagree with their unions' demands. One of those suing is Rebecca Friedrichs, a third grade teacher from Los Angeles who has become the public face for the group. The Supreme Court's decision is expected by late June. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

Supreme Court, Unions

AFSCME union member correctional officer Percy Donkor of Baltimore MD says "No court case will stop our movement". A case before the United States Supreme Court could effectively bring an end to public sector unions. On Monday, January 11, 2016 in Washington D.C. the Court heard a case brought by non-union teachers in California seeking to overturn the current system in which public employees in 23 states and the District of Columbia must pay for the cost of collective bargaining, even if they disagree with their unions' demands. One of those suing is Rebecca Friedrichs, a third grade teacher from Los Angeles who has become the public face for the group. The Supreme Court's decision is expected by late June. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

Supreme Court, Unions

AFSCME union member correctional officer Percy Donkor of Baltimore MD says "No court case will stop our movement". A case before the United States Supreme Court could effectively bring an end to public sector unions. On Monday, January 11, 2016 in Washington D.C. the Court heard a case brought by non-union teachers in California seeking to overturn the current system in which public employees in 23 states and the District of Columbia must pay for the cost of collective bargaining, even if they disagree with their unions' demands. One of those suing is Rebecca Friedrichs, a third grade teacher from Los Angeles who has become the public face for the group. The Supreme Court's decision is expected by late June. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

Supreme Court, Unions

AFSCME union member correction officer Percy Donkor of Baltimore MD says "No court case will stop our movement". A case before the United States Supreme Court could effectively bring an end to public sector unions. On Monday, January 11, 2016 in Washington D.C. the Court heard a case brought by non-union teachers in California seeking to overturn the current system in which public employees in 23 states and the District of Columbia must pay for the cost of collective bargaining, even if they disagree with their unions' demands. One of those suing is Rebecca Friedrichs, a third grade teacher from Los Angeles who has become the public face for the group. The Supreme Court's decision is expected by late June. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

Supreme Court, Unions

Jennifer and Elizabeth Butler of Cheverly MD say "Trust Teachers". A case before the United States Supreme Court could effectively bring an end to public sector unions. On Monday, January 11, 2016 in Washington D.C. the Court heard a case brought by non-union teachers in California seeking to overturn the current system in which public employees in 23 states and the District of Columbia must pay for the cost of collective bargaining, even if they disagree with their unions' demands. One of those suing is Rebecca Friedrichs, a third grade teacher from Los Angeles who has become the public face for the group. The Supreme Court's decision is expected by late June. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

Supreme Court, Unions

A case before the United States Supreme Court could effectively bring an end to public sector unions. On Monday, January 11, 2016 in Washington D.C. the Court heard a case brought by non-union teachers in California seeking to overturn the current system in which public employees in 23 states and the District of Columbia must pay for the cost of collective bargaining, even if they disagree with their unions' demands. One of those suing is Rebecca Friedrichs, a third grade teacher from Los Angeles who has become the public face for the group. The Supreme Court's decision is expected by late June. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

Supreme Court, Unions

"Stand, Fight, Unite, Win" says these pro-union activists. A case before the United States Supreme Court could effectively bring an end to public sector unions. On Monday, January 11, 2016 in Washington D.C. the Court heard a case brought by non-union teachers in California seeking to overturn the current system in which public employees in 23 states and the District of Columbia must pay for the cost of collective bargaining, even if they disagree with their unions' demands. One of those suing is Rebecca Friedrichs, a third grade teacher from Los Angeles who has become the public face for the group. The Supreme Court's decision is expected by late June. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

Supreme Court, Unions

A case before the United States Supreme Court could effectively bring an end to public sector unions. On Monday, January 11, 2016 in Washington D.C. the Court heard a case brought by non-union teachers in California seeking to overturn the current system in which public employees in 23 states and the District of Columbia must pay for the cost of collective bargaining, even if they disagree with their unions' demands. One of those suing is Rebecca Friedrichs, a third grade teacher from Los Angeles who has become the public face for the group. The Supreme Court's decision is expected by late June. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

Supreme Court, Unions

A case before the United States Supreme Court could effectively bring an end to public sector unions. On Monday, January 11, 2016 in Washington D.C. the Court heard a case brought by non-union teachers in California seeking to overturn the current system in which public employees in 23 states and the District of Columbia must pay for the cost of collective bargaining, even if they disagree with their unions' demands. One of those suing is Rebecca Friedrichs, a third grade teacher from Los Angeles who has become the public face for the group. The Supreme Court's decision is expected by late June. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

Supreme Court, Unions

Lesa Curtis of Westchester, N.Y., a former president of the Southern Westchester BOCES Teachers Assoication says "Strong unions equal a strong middle class." A case before the United States Supreme Court could effectively bring an end to public sector unions. On Monday, January 11, 2016 in Washington D.C. the Court heard a case brought by non-union teachers in California seeking to overturn the current system in which public employees in 23 states and the District of Columbia must pay for the cost of collective bargaining, even if they disagree with their unions' demands. One of those suing is Rebecca Friedrichs, a third grade teacher from Los Angeles who has become the public face for the group. The Supreme Court's decision is expected by late June. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

Supreme Court, Unions

Lesa Curtis of Westchester, N.Y., a former president of the Southern Westchester BOCES Teachers Assoication says "Strong unions equal a strong middle class." A case before the United States Supreme Court could effectively bring an end to public sector unions. On Monday, January 11, 2016 in Washington D.C. the Court heard a case brought by non-union teachers in California seeking to overturn the current system in which public employees in 23 states and the District of Columbia must pay for the cost of collective bargaining, even if they disagree with their unions' demands. One of those suing is Rebecca Friedrichs, a third grade teacher from Los Angeles who has become the public face for the group. The Supreme Court's decision is expected by late June. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

Supreme Court, Unions

Speaking against the unions, Kim Crockett is "American Experimen''s" Chief Operating Officer, Executive Vice President and General Counsel. A case before the United States Supreme Court could effectively bring an end to public sector unions. On Monday, January 11, 2016 in Washington D.C. the Court heard a case brought by non-union teachers in California seeking to overturn the current system in which public employees in 23 states and the District of Columbia must pay for the cost of collective bargaining, even if they disagree with their unions' demands. One of those suing is Rebecca Friedrichs, a third grade teacher from Los Angeles who has become the public face for the group. The Supreme Court's decision is expected by late June.Center of the American Experiment is a nonpartisan, tax-exempt, public policy and educational institution that brings conservative and free market ideas to bear on the hardest problems facing Minnesota and the nation. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

Supreme Court, Unions

Speaking against the unions, Kim Crockett is "American Experimen''s" Chief Operating Officer, Executive Vice President and General Counsel. A case before the United States Supreme Court could effectively bring an end to public sector unions. On Monday, January 11, 2016 in Washington D.C. the Court heard a case brought by non-union teachers in California seeking to overturn the current system in which public employees in 23 states and the District of Columbia must pay for the cost of collective bargaining, even if they disagree with their unions' demands. One of those suing is Rebecca Friedrichs, a third grade teacher from Los Angeles who has become the public face for the group. The Supreme Court's decision is expected by late June.Center of the American Experiment is a nonpartisan, tax-exempt, public policy and educational institution that brings conservative and free market ideas to bear on the hardest problems facing Minnesota and the nation. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

Luke Messer

Rep. Luke Messer (R-Indiana) speaks in favor of non-union teachers. A case before the United States Supreme Court could effectively bring an end to public sector unions. On Monday, January 11, 2016 in Washington D.C. the Court heard a case brought by non-union teachers in California seeking to overturn the current system in which public employees in 23 states and the District of Columbia must pay for the cost of collective bargaining, even if they disagree with their unions' demands. One of those suing is Rebecca Friedrichs, a third grade teacher from Los Angeles who has become the public face for the group. The Supreme Court's decision is expected by late June. (Photo by Jeff Malet)