Hostile Archives: Maryland’s War on Public Library Unions

In this episode, Carlos engages with library workers Chris Lindstrom and Nicole Dvorak, who share their experiences and insights into the challenges faced by library staff in Maryland. They discuss their journeys into library work, highlighting the stark realities of low pay, poor working conditions, and the ongoing struggle for justice. Both Chris and Nicole emphasize the importance of libraries as community resources, revealing how they often serve as social service hubs, providing essential support to those in need. They also shed light on the tactics employed by public library administrations to undermine union efforts, including hiring lobbyists to oppose pro-union legislation and paying $250,000 delaying negotiations to wear down staff resolve.Nicole DvorakFacebook InstagramTell the Charles County Public Library Board of Trustees to STOP Union BustingInterested in being a guest on the podcast, send us an text!If you enjoyed this episode make sure to rate us 5 stars and hit the notifications bell to stay up-to-date on new episodes every Wednesday. Follow us on social media!