Trump and his MAGA movement are conspiring with oligarchs to turn the U.S. into a rightwing authoritarian state. The labor movement can play a key role in fighting back.
  • alvvayson@lemmy.dbzer0.com
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    2 months ago

    I fully agree.

    Also, one thing that Unions always have trouble with is that there is no individual benefit to joining a union, only a cost, so you get a prisoners dilemma type situation.

    Even in Scandinavian countries, union membership is on the decline.

    Personally, I think the solution should be that union dues are paid by a small tax, making it ‘free’ to join a union. And the unions can provide free benefits to their members, such as legal advice and representation. This will make it attractive to join a union.

    • TwinTitans@lemmy.world
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      27 days ago

      Dues are relatively low and can be claimed on your tax’s. Any cost is easily outweighed by the myriad of benefits.