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RNC Statement On Obama’s Pro-Union Executive Order (are slave labor camps next!)
RNC head - ^ | February 7, 2009 | Michael Steele

Posted on 02/07/2009 1:23:58 PM PST by LoneStarC

Edited on 02/07/2009 3:56:27 PM PST by Admin Moderator. [history]

WASHINGTON – Republican National Committee (RNC) Chairman Michael Steele today released the following statement concerning the executive order quietly signed by President Barack Obama on Friday ordering the use of union labor for federal construction projects:

“President Obama’s executive order will drive up the cost of government at a time when we should be doing everything possible to save taxpayer dollars. Federal contracts should go to the businesses that can offer taxpayers the best value – not just the unions who supported the Democrats’ campaigns last year. Quietly signing executive orders to payback campaign backers undermines Obama promise to change Washington. It is a disappointment for Americans hoping for more transparency and less politics as usual in Washington.”

Friday, February 6th, 2009 at 12:00 am - USE OF PROJECT LABOR AGREEMENTS FOR FEDERAL CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS


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To: org.whodat
I some times wonder about the age and mental abilities of many of the posters here. This was a standard add on to all Democrat bills when the were in charge before 1994.

So.... I suppose you would know the answer to my simple question.
21 posted on 02/07/2009 1:40:18 PM PST by Pantera
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To: mylife

I wonder how long until their graves are desecrated.


22 posted on 02/07/2009 1:41:00 PM PST by Niuhuru (Fine, here's my gun, but let me give you the bullets first. I'll send them to you through the barrel)
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To: Pantera
If you want the federal funds you dance to the music.
23 posted on 02/07/2009 1:43:04 PM PST by org.whodat (Conservatives don't vote for Bailouts for Super-Rich Bankers! Republicans do!)
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To: SandRat

Well at least he wont cause a trade collapse with this.
The higher price of labor wont cause us to look for outsourced labor because we Americans are held hostage to whatever the unions will charge.

My wallet feels lighter already, but its no matter.
We will be able to rest in the shade with union road crews along tree lined boulevards.

Ahh... Obamalot /s


24 posted on 02/07/2009 1:43:50 PM PST by mylife (The Roar Of The Masses Could Be Farts)
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To: Las Vegas Ron
Then why the executive order for this bill?

Counters prior executive order.

25 posted on 02/07/2009 1:44:09 PM PST by org.whodat (Conservatives don't vote for Bailouts for Super-Rich Bankers! Republicans do!)
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To: Niuhuru

we have a statue of Lenin in Seattle now.


26 posted on 02/07/2009 1:45:41 PM PST by mylife (The Roar Of The Masses Could Be Farts)
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To: org.whodat

Whose, Bush’s?


27 posted on 02/07/2009 1:46:13 PM PST by Las Vegas Ron (Obama says we should listen to our enemies, but not to Rush)
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To: org.whodat

I think the job should go to the low bidder, but I also think if there are no enforceable rules about illegal labor and sub contractors not providing insurance and befits and proof of citizen ship. Then we should let china bid on the jobs and save some money.


28 posted on 02/07/2009 1:47:44 PM PST by org.whodat (Conservatives don't vote for Bailouts for Super-Rich Bankers! Republicans do!)
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To: jessduntno
Don’t make the mistake of thinking these guys are toothless;

http://www.abc.org/

Our only hope is that the media wakes up and gets over their koolaid hangover. Then we might stand a chance. If they keep feeding propaganda we are doomed.

29 posted on 02/07/2009 1:48:04 PM PST by mojitojoe (If you can't make them see the light, make them feel the heat)
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To: mylife
Obamalot

Funny and frightening at the same time

30 posted on 02/07/2009 1:48:22 PM PST by Las Vegas Ron (Obama says we should listen to our enemies, but not to Rush)
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To: Niuhuru
I wonder how long until their graves are desecrated.

Horrible thought.

31 posted on 02/07/2009 1:48:26 PM PST by thecodont
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To: Las Vegas Ron

Whose, Bush’s?

Yep...sort of...it was not as wide reaching, as I understand it...


32 posted on 02/07/2009 1:48:43 PM PST by jessduntno (The bailout is "Obama's trillion-dollar debacle.")
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To: Las Vegas Ron

http://online.wsj.com/article/SB123324342041128947.html?mod=rss_Politics_And_Policy


33 posted on 02/07/2009 1:49:32 PM PST by org.whodat (Conservatives don't vote for Bailouts for Super-Rich Bankers! Republicans do!)
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To: Pantera
How does this play out in states that do not have labor unions?

These are mostly conservative states. They may not be getting much in the way of federal construction money anyway. These Dems play hardball.

34 posted on 02/07/2009 1:49:49 PM PST by Freee-dame
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To: jessduntno

The first order repeals Executive Order 13201, or Beck Order, that required contractors to inform employees of their rights in refusing to pay union dues earmarked for non-collective bargaining activities, including politics and lobbying. In addition, the new order mandates that most federal contractors and subcontractors post and comply with a notice informing employees of their rights under federal labor laws or face consequences that could include losing the contract and being blacklisted from future projects. This order is effective immediately, although the Secretary of Labor has 120 days to initiate a process to determine the form and content of the rule.

The president also issued an executive order prohibiting federal contractors from being reimbursed for costs associated with educating employees about joining a union, including preparing and distributing materials; hiring or consulting legal counsel; holding meetings; and activities planned or conducted by managers, supervisors or union representatives during work hours. The Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council must enact this rule within 150 days.

The third executive order mandates that service contracts covered by the Service Contract Act include a clause requiring contractors to offer workers employed under a previous contract the right of first refusal for non-managerial and non-supervisory positions they are qualified for. Penalties for not complying with this order include paying back wages and the possibility of a three-year debarment from federal contracts. The Secretary of Labor must issue regulations within 180 days.

Although the executive orders raise a number of concerns for ABC and its members, the extent of their impact on ABC members will be unclear until the regulations implementing the orders are proposed. ABC will participate in the rulemaking processes for each order, and will provide timely updates on these and other executive orders issued by the Obama administration.

Executive Order 13495: Notification of Employee Rights Under Federal Labor Laws

Executive Order 13496: Economy in Government Contracting

Executive Order 13497: Nondispacement of Qualified Workers Under Service Contracts


35 posted on 02/07/2009 1:50:41 PM PST by jessduntno (The bailout is "Obama's trillion-dollar debacle.")
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To: Las Vegas Ron

36 posted on 02/07/2009 1:50:42 PM PST by mylife (The Roar Of The Masses Could Be Farts)
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To: org.whodat

who fricking made you the grand popa?


37 posted on 02/07/2009 1:50:47 PM PST by peace with honor
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To: Freee-dame

“These Dems play hardball.”

Don’t make the mistake of thinking they are Dems any more. These are AMZIS.


38 posted on 02/07/2009 1:51:54 PM PST by jessduntno (The bailout is "Obama's trillion-dollar debacle.")
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To: org.whodat

I’d rather drive on potholed roads in a right to work state that drive the autobahn in Obamalot


39 posted on 02/07/2009 1:52:14 PM PST by mylife (The Roar Of The Masses Could Be Farts)
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To: org.whodat

“I some times wonder about the age and mental abilities of many of the posters here. This was a standard add on to all Democrat bills when the were in charge before 1994.”

Wrong. Dead wrong. And watch your snotty tone Junior...


40 posted on 02/07/2009 1:53:16 PM PST by jessduntno (The bailout is "Obama's trillion-dollar debacle.")
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