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we'll probably see a long trend towards more tech labor unionization. If you're up to it you can join the one big union in solidarity today: https://en.wikiped

• Apocryphon 5y ago
  Feels like right now in the labor market is when they would have the most leverage.
  • tehjoker 5y ago
    I bet that also means that they have leverage forming a union too. If the employer can't afford to lose em, that's a great time to cement power.
    • Apocryphon 5y ago
      That's what I meant, actually. This is the time when workers have the most leverage to preserve that leverage for the long-term. Doing so through institutions like unions is one method.
      • jart 5y ago
        Only if it's through industrial unionism like the wobblies. Craft unionism isn't scalable.
        • aspenmayer 5y ago
          Can you explain the difference to me? I’m interested how small/independent businesses can unionize. I’d like to know more.
          • jart 5y ago
            The goal of industrial unionism is to organize the entire working class so that everyone gets better treatment. It's a recognition that the goal of unionism should not be only for SWEs to enrich themselves, but rather most importantly show solidarity with all workers who are struggling.
          • tehjoker 5y ago
            Industrial unions are sector-wide and don't require organizing every single business. Here's a brief summary. http://stephenkoppekin.net/craft-unions-vs-industrial-unions/ http://stephenkoppekin.net/craft-unions-vs-industrial-unions...
• kelseyfrog 5y ago
  I've been on the fence and I've literally had the sign up page on tab for a week. Should I join?