I’m all for paying dues and being in a union, however not this corrupt union that just pulled that stunt. I’m willing to do the tough part of decertifying. I understand the difficulty and how unlikely that is, so I will personally do my part to stop paying that corrupt organization. Thousands will join me and it will put the IBT on notice and undoubtedly hurt and eventually force change on the IBT or they will crumble and be nothing but history.
right now, we certainly could. When the economy is bad, not so much.
I see the validity of both arguments. As much as I personally want to be on the change it from within crowd, the fact is the pocketbook is the only way to send clear and definitive messages.
A lot of us are not happy with the leadership including myself, but I am glad that most members are not so delusional to believe that they would be better off without a union contract.
Hopefully the union soon realizes that they cease to exist if they don’t look out for the people they work for.
The union is not they, it is us
I see what you’re saying. But it’s personal to me. They participated in a conspiracy to get me discharged, with management. To me, after that, it’s they.
ing lazy to vote, let alone educate themselves, to get their heads outta their asses.It was they on the contract vote.
So? You don't seem to care if we even have a contract
Yes- you are absolutely right. Thank you for.... everything that you do. Lol.
If you actually are a "union leader" (loose term), I am fairly certain you are getting all sorts of contributions already? Our president doubled his "salary" ( and then some) within six years of becoming president. If I use your logic, that would mean that you must be the same way. Of course, I don't know you so I can't make that particular assumption. You probably are a "Big Union Guy". But it would be more believable if you did not run down the very people that pay your way. If you have been around as long as you like to claim, I would think that your skin would have a more robust texture.
Robust meaning thick. Seems like you get very defensive yet have no issue handing out some doo doo.
As far as the salary, how is there even a question? Pay themselves whatever they want to. And you seem surprised when members get frustrated with the "leadership ". I don't think anyone ever said that all of the "leaders" are corrupt, but please don't pretend that it is a minor problem.
I think you just.... made a funny? If so- lol. But I think you know what I meant. I don't mind your vague, roundabout responses. I guess the membership and the "leaders " can continue to have the ill feelings toward each other. OR- figure out how to work TOGETHER to make things better on all fronts. Speaking of those websites.... (lol).
Don't do it.
