College Student Goes to Work Sick

Jasmine is 19 years old and a full time student at Cal State University, Long Beach. She also works to help pay for her schooling.

Jasmine does not have paid sick days. With the California State University budget cuts, she cannot afford to take time off from work. Jasmine needs to work all her hours.

Over the past month, Jasmine has been sick several times. As a result, she was forced to go to work sick.

Jasmine like many other college students needs paid sick days. To help workers like Jasmine, please sign the petition for paid sick days for California workers. Together, we can make a difference in workers' lives.

More Workers' Comments on Paid Sick Days

In February, we posted workers' comments on paid sick days. Since that time, we've received more great comments. They include:

"No one should have to decide to work even though they are ill. I know one woman who became homeless even though she had a job. Insanity! The fear of abuse is greatly misplaced."

"I have two part-time jobs. I had the flu in December. I missed work. I also do not get paid for holidays off so I fell behind I my bills. I have not been able to catch up."

"Paid sick days saved us during my cancer treatment. . ."

If you haven't signed the petition for paid sick days for California workers, please sign it. If you have signed the petition, please tell your friends and family members in California to sign the petition. Together, we can make a difference in workers' lives.