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DNC's In-Person Work Policy Sparks Staff Outrage

11/14/2025

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The Democratic National Committee announced a policy requiring five days of in-person work weekly, starting in February, triggering staff outrage.
Democratic National Committee Chairman Ken Martin announced the policy during an all-staff meeting.
The staff union, which ratified a bargaining agreement allowing remote work, is considering options.
Critics, including Democratic operatives, argue that in-person work is essential for campaigning.
GOP operatives mocked the staff’s reaction to the return to work.

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The Democratic National Committee announced a policy requiring five days of in-person work weekly, starting in February, triggering staff outrage.
Democratic National Committee Chairman Ken Martin announced the policy during an all-staff meeting.
The staff union, which ratified a bargaining agreement allowing remote work, is considering options.
Critics, including Democratic operatives, argue that in-person work is essential for campaigning.
GOP operatives mocked the staff’s reaction to the return to work.