We can do better!

I happen to think Northern Minnesota is pretty darn great. We have big lakes, nice trails, and good people. Yet, we aren’t perfect.

In fact, in Southern St. Louis County less than half of workers can earn paid sick time — the worst percentage in the state according to a recent study conducted by the Institute for Women’s Policy Research. That’s why when the campaign to pass earned sick and safe time throughout Minnesota launched last week, they came to Duluth to do it.

We were proud to stand with the Minnesota Benefits campaign as it kicked off with labor leaders, legislators, community organizations, small business owners and people who know what it’s like to choose between caring for their family and a pay check.

I believe that by working together, Northern Minnesota, can and will do better.

Alan Netland, Northeast Area Labor Council President,  and Rep. Frank Hornstein

Rep. John Lesch, Rep. Erik Simonson, TakeAction member Tiffany McDonald, and Sen. Sandy Pappas