What remains is the fight against state unions and other interest groups.

The state union will also make endorsements in all 120 legislative races.

According to a 2004 estimate the State Union had 10,825,900 inhabitants.

The deal was seen by some as a bitter loss for the state unions, who had hoped to protect more positions.

Local 1034 is one of two state unions publicly opposing the proposed contract.

Though one of the smaller state unions settled tonight, she is locked in tense negotiations with several others.

Several other state unions, including those that represent some university professors, have separate contracts and are not on strike.

The statement continued: "As state union's president I'm responsible for everything.

In mid 2006, the state union ended when Montenegro decided to be independent, 55% of voters voted yes.

Mr. Rowland wants $100 million in concessions from state unions to make up the balance.