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    Which Way, L.A.?

    The US Supreme Court Takes Aim at Public Sector Unions

    The US Supreme Court heard arguments today in Friedrichs v. the California Teachers Association . The issue is the state's legal requirement that teachers pay for the benefits of collective bargaining even if they've refused to join the union.

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    By Warren Olney • Jan 11, 2016 • 17m Listen

    The US Supreme Court heard arguments today in Friedrichs v. the California Teachers Association. The issue is the state's legal requirement that teachers pay for the benefits of collective bargaining even if they've refused to join the union.

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      Warren Olney

      former KCRW broadcaster

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      Producer, 'One year Later'

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      California Center for Parent Empowerment

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