The Teamsters Union is in the process of trying to organize workers at the Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort. Local 486 from Saginaw has been quietly working with employees since spring; it now is going public with its drive.
One union organizer says that with layoffs, cuts in hours and benefits, Tribal employees are fertile ground for organizing.
The big question: does Tribal sovereignty trump the National Labor Relations Act? The Teamsters say they won't wait around to find out.