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Republic Window and Door workers occupied their Chicago plant when the company tried to shut without paying severance. The company was relocating, but was still sneaking assets out of the facility. Occupying the plant was a bold move, and against long odds. But the workers have gotten some favorable press, and verbal support from President-elect Obama.

Bloggers Fred Klonsky (PREA Prez) and Mike Klonsky (smalltalk) have provided good coverage, with both actually coming by to show support.

Fred:

• Chicago UE workers seize plant, deman share of the bailout
• Friday night at Republic Windows and Doors (photos)
• Labor and religious support for Republic sit in (photos)
• Want to support the Republic sit-ins? Here’s how
• Obama supports Republic workers

Mike:

• Chicago workers seize plant
• More on Chicago plant seizure
• At rally Saturday afternoon (photos)
• Obama supports republic workers

UE:

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And part of Obama’s remarks:

“When it comes to the situation here in Chicago with the workers who are asking for their benefits and payments they have earned, I think they are absolutely right,” Obama said Sunday…