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  • U of I study finds Illinois workers' wages would rise if amendment passes

    Aug 11, 2022 10:45 am by WBEZ-FMIllinois in the News
    In this 2016 file photo, union supporters rally in front of the Illinois State Capitol against then-Gov. Bruce Rauner's calls to weaken collective bargaining policies. Seth Perlman / Associated Press

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    • In this 2016 file photo, union supporters rally in front of the Illinois State Capitol against then-Gov. Bruce Rauner's calls to weaken collective bargaining policies. Seth Perlman / Associated Press

    Study says guaranteeing 'fundamental right' to collectively bargain would boost wages, improve working conditions. Also, 'When you protect worker rights, you actually attract people into that workplace,' says labor expert Robert Bruno.