the most obscene picture I have ever seen as Terry Branstadt signs the bill to gut unions in Iowa in front of a minder

Was very sorry to see this: 

JASPER COUNTY SUPERVISORS GUT WORKPLACE PROTECTIONS FOR PUBLIC EMPLOYEES

JASPER COUNTY, IA – In a shameful move, the Jasper County Board of Supervisors has made the decision to strip public employees of nearly all their workplace rights, reducing their union contract to base wages alone—simply because they can. This decision eliminates critical protection, including seniority rights, grievance procedures, and guarantees that ensure fairness on the job.

“These workers dedicate their lives to serving their community, and this is how the Board repays them—by stripping away their rights and job security,” said Todd Copley, President of AFSCME Council 61. “This isn’t about necessity. It’s about power and control. They want public employees to have no voice, no protections, and no ability to stand up for themselves. We won’t let that happen.”

Just five years ago, the board of county officials recognized the value of their workforce by honoring a full contract. Now, they have turned their backs on those same employees, undermining their stability and weakening their ability to advocate for themselves.

AFSCME Council 61 will not stand for this betrayal. We call on county officials to reverse this attack on workers and respect the essential role they play in our community.

Contact the Jasper County Board of Supervisors

Jasper County residents who believe in fairness and workplace rights can make their voices heard by contacting the Board of Supervisors:

🌐 Website: Board of Supervisors – Jasper County Government – Iowa

📞 Phone: (641) 792-7016

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In Solidarity,

Melissa Speed

Political Director

AFSCME Council 61

4320 NW 2^nd Street | Des Moines, IA 50313

Office: 515-246-1517 ext#605 | Cell: 515-210-8039 | MSpeed@afscmeiowa.org

(we thank Melissa Speed for this email)