Unions have a long and storied history in America. They were created for the working man to protect them from being exploited by their employers. However, over time unions have become something much different. They are now powerful organizations that hold America hostage on our docks, within our city infrastructures, and in our transportation.
How did we get here? It starts with a little history. In the early days of our country, unions were formed to protect workers from exploitation by their employers. Unions fought for and won better wages and working conditions for their members. And they played an important role in building our middle class.
But over time, something changed. Unions became more interested in protecting their own power than in protecting workers. They began to demand unreasonable wage increases, benefits, and work rules that made it hard for other businesses to compete. And they used their power to elect politicians who were friendly to their interests, not necessarily the interests of the American people.
Today, unions are holding America hostage because they can and have been allowed to for so long. They are demanding wage increases that are not supported by productivity increases. They are demanding benefits that are not sustainable. And they are using their power to elect politicians who will do their bidding, not the bidding of other businesses and the American people. We cannot allow unions to continue to hold America hostage. We need to find balance and curb the appetite for political power. Just like all other politicians, it’s up to us to keep agendas in check and demand that they start representing the interests of all Americans, not just their own special interests.