The article discusses how temporary government programs, particularly benefits for workers, become permanent fixtures due to union protection. It highlights the shift in work-from-home statistics due to the pandemic, from just 7% in 2019 to 61% at the peak, now stabilizing at 35% with many companies adopting hybrid schedules. Despite initial productivity dips, industries found ways to enhance output without increasing labor costs. Unions are actively protesting return-to-office mandates, arguing a lack of consultation from the governor on its implications for workers' rights.
Ronald Reagan's quip about temporary government programs holds true: once a bureaucracy is created, it becomes permanent. This is especially evident with government worker benefits.
Pandemic work-from-home statistics showed a spike from 7% to 61%, now stabilizing at 35%. Companies are leaning towards hybrid models for efficiency.
Initial productivity dropped during the pandemic, yet industries with remote work saw enhanced output without increasing labor, leading to cost savings for companies.
Public-employee unions are actively challenging the return-to-office orders, claiming the governor did not consult them on the impact of these mandates.
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