The National Government highlighted the decision of Governor Axel Kicillof to deduct a day's pay from teachers who strike in the province of Buenos Aires amid the conflict with the Peronist leader. Manuel Adorni, presidential spokesperson, made an ironic comment about this measure and quoted radical deputy Facundo Manes on the importance of acting despite fear.
The praise for the provincial government comes after a call for Kicillof's resignation by a libertarian sector and the proposal to intervene in the province due to the increase in insecurity. The decision to deduct a day's pay from teachers participating in the strike was well received at the Casa Rosada, where the communiqué from the Buenos Aires Ministry of Labor titled "Call to Reflection" was appreciated.
In the communiqué, it is stated that the strike called by SUTEBA Multicolor, a group opposing the leadership of Roberto Baradel, lacks legitimacy since only unions recognized by law can call for a strike. The provincial government argues that negotiations with the teaching sector had already been concluded with the major unions, resulting in a 9% increase in two phases.
The measure to deduct salaries from teachers who join the strike poses a risk for education workers who decide not to fulfill their duties, according to the government.
