Not So Fast

Despite overwhelming public opposition to Senate Bill 5, Ohio Governor John Kasich signed it into law. Not only does this bill outlaw the right to strike for over 360,000 Ohio state employees such as teachers, police officers, and firefighters, but it prohibits teachers from collectively bargaining and severely limits this right for many other public employees. This is not the end of the fight against this union-busting bill, it’s just the beginning.

Opponents of SB5 have vowed to put a referendum on the ballot in November to kill this bill. They have until June 30 to collect 231,149 signatures to add the referendum to the ballot in November.

We have a great chance to strike down this union-busting legislation that was passed against the voters’ wishes. This referendum is the only way the people of Ohio can make their voices heard. It is vital that enough signatures are gathered and this referendum is placed on the ballot on November 8.

21st Century Democrats supports the efforts of those in Ohio fighting to show Governor Kasich and Republicans across the country that if they try to force radical legislation against the will of the people, the people can and will fight back.

This Saturday, April 9 at 12:00pm, the Ohio Democratic Party is hosting an SB5 Repeal Kick-Off Party in Columbus. This is a great way to begin the repeal of this extreme law.

Click here to for more information or to sign up for the Party