How California and its unions have reached peak absurdity
California unions are resisting a state order for employees to return to the office four days a week starting July 1, 2026. They are citing various reasons, including environmental concerns related to carbon emissions from commuting. This situation has led to criticism of the unions for delaying compliance and using environmental laws as a pretext to avoid returning to work.
- ▪California unions are opposing a directive for state employees to return to the office.
- ▪The unions are citing environmental impacts related to commuting as a reason for their resistance.
- ▪Critics argue that the unions are using environmental laws to delay compliance with the return-to-work order.
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Opinion How California and its unions have reached peak absurdity By CA Post Editorial Board Published May 29, 2026, 8:45 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The California Post on Google Entitled California unions will make any excuse to prevent their members from (gasp!) returning to work in the office. From rats and roaches to diversity to childcare costs, union reps have dropped a litany of reasons why they shouldn’t have to get dressed, commute in and show up, despite a state order to report to work four days a week starting July 1, 2026. The latest laugher: If they drive to work, their cars will emit carbon emissions, exacerbating climate change.
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