Inaugural protests.

• Author: Baker, Christine
• Position: On the Line - Brief article

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Protesters greeted the new governors of Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin when they took office in January. These Republican leaders have made it clear that they intend to cut wages and benefits for public workers, privatize state functions, and slash funds for schools and social services.

In Harrisburg, activists chanted "No fracking...