The article below is a must read. Prime example of how public sector unions are preventing reform and the only solution they want is increased taxes on Michigan workers. Union bosses operate on forced union dues. Union members are good people that are forced by state law to fund union activities. Unions have lost their way. It is time that they compete for members like every other private organization. Worker freedom is a must. Stop compulsory union dues. This is the only way to stop corrupt money hungrey union bosses.

Michigan was 9th in per capita income in 1965. Today we are 41st! Top ten income state to a bottom 10. Michigan is a poor state because of backroom deals between politicians and special interests like powerful union bosses. The people of Michigan deserve better!

New GM and Chrysler workers make $14 an hour. Thanks union bosses for keeping those wages high and jobs in Michigan. Yeah right!

It is time to start the race back to the top! Top in wages and in employment.

The State of Joblessness
The tragedy of Jennifer Granholm’s Michigan

Granholm is looking to break her promise to not raise taxes. Go to www.NoMiTaxHike.com and tell Governor Granholm and the Michigan legislature to not raise taxes.

Reminder: Recess Rallies Saturday, Aug. 22nd

As we voice our strong disagreement with Washington politicians, let’s remember to be respectful – and thus disappoint Speaker Pelosi and the media!

Go to www.recessrally.com to find addresses for Michigan’s Congressional delegation’s state offices. AFP is an official sponsor of these rallies. Below are some of the more organized rallies. If you don’t see one in your area make a sign and go to your congressional office to show opposition to nationalized healthcare.