Aren't they slaves?
If government employees are expected to go to work even without pay, isn't that the definition of slavery?
If government employees are expected to go to work even without pay, isn't that the definition of slavery?
Laura
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Theoretically, the employees will be getting paid. Theoretically, the employees can find another job.
Theoretically.
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Not quite. It’s not illegal for them to leave, and they will get backpay. Don’t get me wrong; it sucks canal water.
Bill
sure is and the people are hoping to get paid and that makes it worse
DeafGodz
Slavery is illegal, don’t think of such a thing
Alexander
If they were in the private sector they could sue their employer with the help of the NLRB.