I am not al that sure they would want to hear what I have to say, as MOST of it would be critical of modern unionism in its current form.
Acurately or not, I would opine that a plurality of Americans view modern labor as nothing more than corrupt lazy thugs with mob ties, that do nothing but siphon off innocent members dues to fill the coffers of the more socialist leaning of our political parties. While I am no fan of labor in its current form, I DONT believe That this is an accurate portrayal of most rank and file members of union halls.Remember, I grew up here in Detroit...Many of my friends are uaw, Steelworkers, and such. I know them to be decent, hardworking Americans. The IMAGE of most union members, however, is one of a fat lazy thug who vandalizes the personal property of any who doesnt toe the line, or worse yet, corrupt union boses with mob connections, that will firebomb houses and embezle millions from thier members. While Hollywood has done nothing to help change that unfair stereotype, niether, in all honesty, have the unions. Take a close OBJECTIVE look at all these posts, and pretend you knew nothing of unions, scabs, or strikes. Take note of which side most often resorts to vile insults, slurs, and hate filled vitriol. Which side uses vieled hints at damage to property or physical intimidation. You and I know full well that such posts come from the twenty percenters, but would someone else have the wisdom to draw such a conclusion?
Please give this post some thought. read it a couple of times through, and try and put your first emotional response aside. THINK your response...Dont FEEL it. I know thats tough to do, but when you are dealing with two such diametrically opposed sides to an issue, clear headed objective reasoning is the only way to get to the crux of the issue.
Thank you again for the oppertunity to state my side. I wish you all the best in your future.
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