The people are speaking and have been in Wisconsin. I have been up there 3 times since it started nearly three weeks ago. I have to say I am glad people are starting to realize what is at stake. Wisconsin is at the center of the destruction of workers rights. If you think it will stop with collective bargaining you would be way wrong. The Republican Party will not stop until we are begging for work. They willing to do what ever it takes as long as the rich and powerful are controlling it all. This could potentially turn back the clock to the late 19th century, Robber Barron age.
It was a pleasure to hear and see Michael Moore in person. The American worker is under attack, both Union and Non-Union. Whether you agree with unions or not the relationship in the workplace between them is there. Wages, weekends, 40 hour work weeks, overtime and Pensions are a result of what Unions have brought to the table. In our political system money IS a factor and the Republicans know that with out union support at that level the workers will lose their voice. The result will be no voice in the workplace.
Yes Unions can and have done things that are not acceptable behavior, but not at the level of Corporations. The ultimate goal of the Unions is for the worker to better their life.
When 400 individuals have more wealth in the United States than 50% (155 million) Americans, I would say that the table is skewed toward the few not the vast majority.
It is "We the People...."
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