That's assuming the union represents the workers. In practice, many represent the union bosses, politically-savvy union members, and otherwise. The political ce

That's assuming the union represents the workers. In practice, many represent the union bosses, politically-savvy union members, and otherwise. The political cesspools can hurt everyone. They don't have to hurt everyone -- there are definite good unions -- but there are bad ones too. Example: Look at the police unions now.