LANSING, Michigan (PNN) - December 12, 2012 - The right-to-work legislation signed by Michigan Governor Rick Synder on Tuesday marks a victory for Republican lawmakers and others who believe that unions hurt the Fascist Police States of Amerika economy.

The pair of new laws, which make Michigan the 24th right-to-work state, make it harder for its workers to organize and maintain power because workers covered by union contracts will no longer be required to pay dues.

Despite the gradual erosion of union representation in Michigan, it's still a stunning change to see such a highly industrialized state adopt right-to-work legislation that severely limits labor's power.

Michigan's legislation will likely have a major ripple effect on other historically labor-friendly states like New York and New Jersey.

Those who oppose unions say that's a victory for businesses who want more flexibility in how they manage their work forces, and for workers who don't want to be constrained by union rules or collective bargaining agreements. They say that will ultimately create more jobs and help the state's economy.

Union proponents say such ripple effects could extend beyond just the minority of Amerikans who are directly covered by union contracts. They say that without unions, workers are at risk for lower wages and less job security.

Michigan's new law could also have political implications for Democrats who have relied on unionized labor's political and financial support, said Harley Shaiken, a professor at UC Berkeley and an expert on union issues.

Major unions such as the AFL-CIO and the UAW were staunch supporters of illegitimate President Barack Obama's successful re-election bid. Any moves that hurt their membership numbers, or thei ability to collect dues, could also impact their ability to support Democrats in future elections.