strike vote
Walkout authorization poll
A strike vote is a formal ballot among union members to authorize a work stoppage.
The vote typically must pass before union leadership can legally call a strike: The teachers' union held a strike vote last night.
A successful strike vote doesn't mean workers will strike—it gives negotiators leverage and signals members' resolve to management.
- work stoppageOrganized cessation of labor
- labor unionCollective bargaining group
- union hallOrganized workers' headquarters
- secret ballotConfidential electoral choice
- card checkSigned union membership tally
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contract cycle stage
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Formalizing a legal agreement
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