Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders form a union, recognized by the team
The Dallas Cowboys voluntarily recognized the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders Association as the bargaining representative for the cheerleading squad, and the two sides will begin contract talks.
The Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders have formed a union. The Cowboys voluntarily recognized the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders Association (DCCA) as the squad's collective bargaining representative, according to a news release issued Friday, as reported by The Guardian.
The recognition followed what the release called "meaningful discussion" between the team and the DCCA. The parties are set to begin collective bargaining.
The Guardian reports that squad members have advocated for years for fair pay and better wages. NBC News also reported that the cheerleaders have unionized.
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- NBC NewsThe Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders are unionizingFri, Oct 23, 4:50 PM EDT
- The GuardianDallas Cowboys cheerleaders unionize after years of fighting for fair payFri, Oct 23, 5:29 PM EDT
- Fox NewsDallas Cowboys cheerleader alum reacts to My Chemical Romance gun stunt, Ric will be OK & NBA floppingSat, Oct 24, 9:38 AM EDT
- NBC NewsDallas Cowboys Cheerleaders seek legal action against My Chemical Romance over mimicking iconic costumesSat, Oct 24, 11:43 AM EDT
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