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Mich. Senator Launches 'Repeal Right To Work' Site

LANSING, Mich. (AP) - A Michigan Democratic lawmaker is taking steps aimed at repealing the contentious right-to-work law.

Senator Hoon-Yung Hopgood (FB)
Senator Hoon-Yung Hopgood (Credit/Facebook)

Sen. Hoon-Yung Hopgood of Taylor launched a website this week in an effort to drive a take-down of the law signed in December by GOP Gov. Rick Snyder.

Hopgood says the website will inform the public and give "them a voice this time around." It features a countdown until March 27, the day the law is expected to go into effect. Visitors can also sign a petition.

Hopgood has introduced two bills to repeal the law, which prohibits forcing workers to pay union dues or fees as a condition of employment.

Critics call the law union-busting. Supporters say it offers workers choice and freedom.

For information about the Right-to-work protest click on HERE

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