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    Op-ed / Commentary ● Labor Unions

    California unions are pouring more money than ever into CalPERS elections. Here’s why

    September 23, 2025 // The money is coming from a mix of mostly private sector construction and trade unions that have been urging the $584 billion pension fund to favor union shops in its real estate and construction investments.

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