Since I know you all love taking pictures, I wanted to share a few of the photos I took in Madison, Wisconsin where workers were protesting a bill that would eliminate collective bargaining for many government employees. Schools were closed after so many teachers called in sick that the district decided to let students stay home. Many of those students showed up at the rally. Some reports suggest up to 30,000 people attended the rally. My goal was not political, rather to document a moment in American history.
Great pictorial! Love the inside shots.
ReplyDeleteYes, these are very professional shots you've shared.
ReplyDeleteI wonder if this will spread to other states as budgets get tighter and employees are asked to give up more and more each year.
ReplyDeleteWisconsin is an interesting state because this is where collective bargaining for public employees was born. Labor movements have deep roots in Madison. Will that passion translate to other states? Many governors are watching the outcome in Wisconsin closely as they consider their own budgets.
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