VOICED : Ballooning dispute: America's giant inflatable rats under attack

The video discusses the use of inflatable rats in labor disputes, highlighting their role in raising public awareness and the legal challenges they face. Originating in Illinois, these rats became common in New York in the late 90s. Despite court cases labeling them as unlawful picketing, they are defended as a First Amendment right. The National Labor Relations Board, influenced by political shifts, has been involved in efforts to limit their use. Recent cases, like that of Local 79, have upheld the rat's symbolic protection. The ongoing legal battles raise concerns about free speech and labor rights.

What concerns are raised about the legal battles surrounding the inflatable rat as a symbol?

What is the significance of the statement that the rat represents treating workers fairly?