Pillar Joanne Troesch “When the most recent strike came around, I felt like I should be the one making the decision, so I said, ‘Forget it.’ I wasn’t going to strike.”
Pillar Christian Fogal “My argument is they’re not fulfilling their contract because they’re more focused on politics and political activism than they are on benefits.”
Pillar Brad Nelson and Cully Vojtech: Liberty Barber Shop “We’re down 40 to 50% in customers and income and it’s not really flying back. We have a little overhead compared to restaurants. We can withstand it longer, I hope.”
Pillar Jackie Jackson: Kilwins “We’re very hurt, we’re disappointed and we’re frustrated with what has happened with the city. We don’t want to pack up and leave. We have too much invested.”
Pillar Karena Cozad “There’s no benefit to [being in the union.] As far as I’m concerned, union [leaders] seem to be out for themselves.”
Pillar Craig Richardson: Batter & Berries “Taxes are tough. If we could get a tax break, that would help a lot. I know it’s difficult, but I want our legislators to understand that jobs are not dispensable.”
Pillar Carrie Schindler “From the beginning, it’s been this ‘us against them’ mentality with the administration.”
Pillar Laura Valdez “With the high overall cost of living, I have a lot more going out than coming in. This is why I must keep working at age 68.”
Pillar Joanne Rusch “At first glance, [a progressive income tax] seems like maybe it wouldn’t be bad, until you read more. Every state that is adopting this kind of structure is taxing retirement income. That’s a killer for me.”
