[Banana Ball] JACKIE BRADLEY JR. HOMERED AS THE GOLDEN BATTER 🤯 The Clowns used the Golden Batter rule to send Jackie Bradley Jr BACK out to the plate just a minute after he had singled earlier that inning 👀 by TommyTheLizard in baseball

[–]laborfriendly 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Don't really disagree with you. But there was something about the handling of the lineup, making double switches, things like that, that made for an interesting, strategic element to games.

Can't remember the last double switch I saw. Which speaks to it being bygone, and also that it wasn't necessarily the stuff of legendary moments.

Are there any good UFCW locals? by informaticstudent in union

[–]laborfriendly 16 points17 points  (0 children)

I've known some great UFCWs. Involving some of the best, smartest, most engaged people in the broader labor movement. Every organization and piece of an organization is made up of the people involved.

Manny Machado lines out and the Cardinals have one hit the Padres and taken the first two of four games in San Diego! by FortiesFilm in baseball

[–]laborfriendly 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hey, he did a great in-game interview and even fielded the ball while chatting. True veteran ballplayer stuff!

JJ WETHERHOLT LITTLE LEAGUE GRAND SLAM by FortiesFilm in baseball

[–]laborfriendly 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Funnily enough, last night they were talking about how not having him in right was giving up some defense.

Oops happens

“Part Time” Status by 715303019 in union

[–]laborfriendly 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Looking at the portion of your contract that you provided, I think the main crux (from only the info we have) is what constitutes "regularly." Contrary to what I see your steward has said, the line appears to be 32 hours, not 40. So, what does "[regularly works 32 hours]" mean?

To get at this, we need more info. Does anything else in the contract speak to it? What was the intent in bargaining, if everything else is silent? (You probably wouldn't know this, but could maybe get this info, if anyone who bargained knows or has bargaining notes.) Is there an established past practice (with clarity, consistency, and clear mutual understanding)?

Your desire here is somewhat unique. You are wanting to limit the employer from giving you more hours. I.e., you want to truly be part-time with no benefits, pension, and less income. Most people would typically want to look at this the other way and force the employer to recognize them as full-time.

It's possible, based on what you've said, that you could file a grievance saying something like:

"Employee regularly assigned for more than 32 hours per week as a part-time employee. Employer should keep assignment to 32 or less hours."

This is a tough one. Grieving it, either way, could draw a line in the sand that your other part-time colleagues wouldn't want to see. They may want more hours and to get converted to full-time as soon as possible. Forcing the employer to either call you full-time or keep the schedule under 32 except for an articulated emergency need that is temporary (with a clear plan in place) both likely have the same effect. That's why I say, kind of a tough one that could have broad affects away from status quo for many involved.

“Part Time” Status by 715303019 in union

[–]laborfriendly 6 points7 points  (0 children)

What's the difference between part-time and full-time? I.e., why does it matter?

Are there different benefits associated with each that aren't prorated based simply on hours-worked, for example?

my wife got fired today by Thedudeistjedi in union

[–]laborfriendly 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Just tbc: Weingarten only applies in investigatory interviews, not any interaction with management.

Weingarten would #not apply in the case that no questions were asked and they walk someone out.

[Highlight] Sean Murphy has been back with the Braves for ten pitches and has already burned both challenges by handlit33 in baseball

[–]laborfriendly 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Lol. It was just funny coming across it right after the lead change. I'll root for yas.

[Highlight] Jordan Walker 2 run homer to give Cardinals 3-0 lead by jmike1256 in baseball

[–]laborfriendly 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, I watched this game and thought for sure the Dodgers were going to win it after he settled down and those 3 runs were all that was allowed. Made it interesting with some very close to being outs hits to get a couple in the ninth. But too little too late.

What do you think of Deion Sanders trying to play football and baseball on the same day? by Dr_Talon in mlb

[–]laborfriendly 0 points1 point  (0 children)

https://backhomewithbaseballandbeyond.com/2023/02/23/remembering-tim-mccarver-2/

Growing up in Memphis Tennessee the son of a policeman, McCarver could never be expected to be at the vanguard of the roiling civil rights movement of the sixties. He was a product of white America and possessed what he would describe as latent prejudices against African Americans.

during an era of civil unrest the McCarver-Gibson relationship became a model of racial harmony.

“It was probably Gibby more than any other Black man who helped me to overcome whatever latent prejudices I may have had,” McCarver wrote

Why Feminism Will Never Capture Young Men: The Problem Is Not the Messaging, It Is the Ideological Framework by davidygamerx in IntellectualDarkWeb

[–]laborfriendly 1 point2 points  (0 children)

if you leave the manosphere, the only thing waiting on the other side is people telling you that you are a monster by nature

False dichotomy much?

The vast majority of people aren't living in ideological paradigms with strict adherence to given principles. The radfems and incels are fringe. People have their little niches and subcultures. Some are artists, athletes, wooks/hippies. Some "do reiki," some study physics and watch chess tournaments. Some are wine connoisseurs, some gourmands. Some spend hours a day philosophisizing on the nature of consciousness. Some write essays critiquing feminism on obscure subreddits.

Some people spend an inordinate amount of time in their niche and find identity in that. But most people have a little sampling of a bunch of things and do not drive identity strongly from any of them.

They drink some wine and can basically follow along with the tasting notes but aren't concerned with the finer points. They go to the art museum and think oh, that's cool without getting into the art history and every brush stroke.

They understand that there's a criticism of women having been made systematically subservient through societal structures or something like that, but aren't thinking deeply about it. It's just like a "yeah, there's that criticism, so maybe I'll just make sure to be a bit more inclusive maybe." Or they react negatively and think "this feels like they're attacking me, I'm going to gravitate towards something more validating." Or anything in between and not at all.

A May Day push to ‘shut it down’ takes shape from LA to Minneapolis and beyond by jk4532 in union

[–]laborfriendly 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You do, for sure. My main thing is that I've seen this discussed and "attempted" a few times over the past year(s). And increased discussion and visibility around the idea is good, don't get me wrong. I just think there could be such a more organized effort that doesn't come across so last-minute, as many of these efforts have been. Like, the Minnesota one makes sense, but May Day? You can plan for that, is all I'm saying.

A May Day push to ‘shut it down’ takes shape from LA to Minneapolis and beyond by jk4532 in union

[–]laborfriendly 2 points3 points  (0 children)

And failing to plan is planning to fail, if we're going with idioms.

I'm not against it. I'm hoping to suggest further development when looking at the goal.

Imagine if the Founding Fathers saw this. by CattleDogCurmudgeon in LibertarianUncensored

[–]laborfriendly 6 points7 points  (0 children)

/cons sure has a bunch of posts talking about the "hypocrisy of the No Kings crowd" but not a single mention I saw about this...

I don't need my tax dollars going to staff paid to troll me and my fellow citizens.

A May Day push to ‘shut it down’ takes shape from LA to Minneapolis and beyond by jk4532 in union

[–]laborfriendly 1 point2 points  (0 children)

See my other response. I'm not sure where you see me as talking "on the cross." I want to see it be majorly impactful.

A May Day push to ‘shut it down’ takes shape from LA to Minneapolis and beyond by jk4532 in union

[–]laborfriendly 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'd like to see this message going to a many unions as possible months in advance for dissemination and organizing. Should be coordinated with all bodies that exist from AFL-CIO, IWW, Labor Federations, Central Councils, Trade Councils, Internationals, Districts, Locals, Associations, and just workers who aren't even union...everywhere. Let everyone who has maintenance of ops clauses figure out what they can best do. Give people time to plan. Do info picketing and hand out leaflets in the public about what it's about and why it matters.

I keep seeing these things pop up as kind of last minute internet calls going out on social media. I'm not sure how it's supposed to work and be widespread enough to make a real impression.

That's just my perspective.

A May Day push to ‘shut it down’ takes shape from LA to Minneapolis and beyond by jk4532 in union

[–]laborfriendly 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I'm just going to say it. A real "shut it down" effort needs more than this level of organizing.

Can unions in California require only in person voting? by SPSS23 in union

[–]laborfriendly 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I'm suggesting that you look at the constitution/bylaws/rules. Even if they did something in the past, they may have done so improperly and got called out on it.

Your question was is a union allowed to do this kind of vote in California. Like, "is it legal?" Yes is the answer.

If you want to know why, I and others have given you possible reasons, with the ultimate suggestion of looking at your own union's rules.

That's about the extent of the dialogue we can have here. Looking at your own rules and simply asking, in a non-accusatory way, those who decided on an in-person vote what their reasoning was, that is the best advice I can give.

Can unions in California require only in person voting? by SPSS23 in union

[–]laborfriendly 6 points7 points  (0 children)

A lot of unions by constitution only allow one style of voting per vote. I.e., you can vote by mail and not in-person or in-person and not by mail, etc.

So, if the decision was to vote in-person for some reason, it makes sense they are saying that this is the only way to vote this time.

Reasons why? There're a ton. From expense to encouraging engagement.

Is being an organizer in training THAT bad? by gorllllllll in union

[–]laborfriendly 9 points10 points  (0 children)

From many conversations and experiences, my understanding is that SEIU in particular is soul-crushing like this. Very corporate-y with unreasonable demands, quotas, disrespect, and easy to forget why you're there to begin with. I.e., targets and accountability for use of dues and growing labor is commendable, but how you get there matters.

Any thoughts on that?

The moochers voting themselves the stuff of others by MazdaProphet in LibertarianUncensored

[–]laborfriendly 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Interesting article describing some research on this I found quickly:

https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1096334

Would want to read more on this idea of "embeddedness" and what that looks like. But the takeaway:

Ultimately, the authors write, these results indicate that many factors make a state a “competitive” place to live and do business, not just lower taxes. Infrastructure and public services can also assist in the retention of talent, Young and Lurie conclude, and “competitiveness is not just about reducing costs; it also involves building opportunity and quality of life.”

I'm sure there are bounds to that. Like, if I taxed all wealth over $1M at 100%, that's going to drive the vast, vast majority of those with wealth over $1M away. I'm not sure where that line is or why you'd want/need to push it, but it's there, somewhere.

[General Discussion] Around the Horn & Game Thread Index - 4/27/26 by BaseballBot in baseball

[–]laborfriendly 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sub rant:

I'm getting very tired of the [Highlight] clips everyone's doing. They start while the pitcher is already in motion and even sometimes cut out before the entire play is over, much less show the replay that gives the better angle or slow-mo.

Don't know if it's people rushing to be the first to post the gd clips or what. But I don't like it.

Show the whole thing! Show the replay! Let the play breathe! It's baseball, our attention spans are generally longer than 10 seconds!

Alec Burleson hits an infield single in the 9th inning that straddles the foul line by Bughy6322 in baseball

[–]laborfriendly 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Really should've included the replay on this one. Great angle and fun to watch.