State Hornet - Opinion


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Faculty Forum

On the ethics of striking at a university

By Stan J. Dundon
Professor, Philosophy, CSUS

Dear Colleagues:

Since the Hornet quoted (roughly) my comments about a strike, I would like to elaborate on its ethics. It is a widely shared opinion that Chancellor Reed has chosen not to bargain because he wishes to demonstrate the ineffectiveness of the faculty contract bargaining agent (CFA). We have no one else effectively fighting for us, since the Senate has no official voice in these matters. We need to support CFA.

On the issue of strike: As an ethicist I can support a strike only: 1) as a last resort to defend against policies which would do significant long-term damage to the quality of education our students receive. 2) AND ONLY with effective measures to minimize short-term harm to students.

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