Earlier this week, members of UFCW Local 655 rallied in St. Charles against anti-worker legislation being considered in the Missouri legislature. St. Charles is represented by Senate Majority Leader Tom Dempsey—a Republican whose caucus has been pushing no rights at work and paycheck deception bills.

The rally was attended by about 200 members. Among them was Will Flesch who said, “Right to work is wrong for Missouri. There’s already a law that says no one can be forced to join a union. It’s unnecessary and frankly, unfair. They’re just playing politics.”

UFCW Local 655 member Laura Kelley added, “A lot of voters don’t know what’s going on in Jefferson City, but when they hear what working people are facing and how wages will fall if these bills are passed, people are very concerned. Politicians should realize that constituents are paying attention.”

The rally was the latest event in an ongoing campaign by UFCW Local 655 against these measures. They are also participating in weekly canvasses, lobby visits, and other education and outreach efforts.

See what else working people in Missouri are saying about anti-worker legislation in their state here.