Hot Topic #75:

This is an expensive time of year and depending on what your job is, it can be hard to get time off from work to rest and celebrate with your family. There is no federal law that requires paid vacation or holiday pay, although those benefits are often advocated for by unions.

Does your work offer you holiday pay?

If I work on a holiday, I get paid overtime or time and a half
If I work on a holiday, I get paid my normal rate
I get holiday pay and don't have to work
My job is closed on the holiday, so I don't get scheduled or paid
I am retired/not working

Some women are part of a union which advocate for higher wages, better benefits, and a voice for workers on the job.

If you had a union advocating for another benefit for you at work, what would you ask for?

Paid vacation days
Paid sick days
Paid holidays off
Better health insurance and dental insurance
Paid parental leave after welcoming a new child
Pension/retirement fund

Thanks for weighing in. Stay spicy!