Ben Visnick
Ben Visnick
discuss drafting either language party serve
We are drafting the (contract) language now, and it wouldn't serve either party well to discuss it.
We've made all the concessions we feel we've been able to make.
against disrespect fair teachers totally vote voting
We need a fair contract. Teachers feel totally disrespected. A lot of the vote was against the disrespect that's ongoing.
concerned due goal health joint late might protect safety teachers
We're concerned that due to the late settlement that not enough teachers might be there. Our joint goal is to protect the safety and health of the students.
ball tough
The ball is in Dr. Ward's court. This is Oakland. He's going to see how tough we are.
argument bargaining boost figures looking manipulate
They can manipulate their figures to boost their argument at the bargaining table. The way Ward is acting, he's looking for a showdown.
fact fluid good personally rushed
The fact that he called me personally is a good sign. But we will not be rushed into a settlement...It's a fluid situation.
both hope joint san strike stronger unions
There's a possibility of a joint San Francisco-Oakland strike. We hope it doesn't happen, but that is a possibility. Both unions would be stronger if we go on strike together.