The Case Against Public Sector Unions

Flashcards of vocabulary terms related to public sector unions and their impact on government, public policy, and democratic processes.

Insolvent

The state of being unable to pay debts or meet financial obligations.

Perquisites

Benefits or advantages, often exclusive, granted to a particular group or individual.

Shrouded

The practice of shielding or obscuring information to make it less clear or noticeable.

Pernicious

Having a harmful or destructive effect, often subtly or gradually.

Stymie

To prevent or impede the normal activity, development, or progress of.

Collective Bargaining

The right of workers to negotiate collectively with their employer over wages, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Binding Arbitration

The process by which a neutral third party hears both sides of a dispute and makes a decision that is binding on both parties.

Ossification

A situation where resistance to change or progress occurs, hindering innovation and adaptation.

Attenuated

Weakened or reduced in force, effect, or value.

Free-Rider Problems

A situation where someone receives benefits from a good or service without paying for it.

Dues

Payments made by members to support the activities of an organization, such as a union.

Exactions

Demands or requirements that are beyond what is reasonable or fair.

Tenure

The state of holding a permanent post, especially as a teacher or professor.

Seniority Pay

Compensation based on how long an employee has worked for an organization.

Inflexible Work Rules

Inflexible or strict rules that hinder productivity and adaptability.

Perquisites

Privileges or advantages.

Demonstration Project

A pilot program or initiative designed to test the effectiveness of a particular approach or strategy on a small scale before implementing it more widely.

Unfunded Mandates

Existing but not yet funded, often referring to future liabilities.

Leverage

The power or ability to influence decisions, policies, or actions.

Patronage System

A system in which government jobs and favors are distributed based on political loyalty rather than merit.