> Unionization doesn't stop illegal collusion, prosecution stops illegal collusion. You could make that same argument against the concept of defense lawyers.

> Unionization doesn't stop illegal collusion, prosecution stops illegal collusion. You could make that same argument against the concept of defense lawyers. How would you feel if you had to defend yourself against criminal charges without a lawyer? Do you think justice would be served if you had to go it alone against a well-funded, experienced team of prosecutors who want to convict? Yes, defense lawyers aren't perfect and can't stop all prosecutorial misconduct, but they still help a lot. Ditto with unions.