Verdi (the union) is quite a strange animal. As many other unions in Germany they have been losing members for years now but are still a political force (or at

Verdi (the union) is quite a strange animal. As many other unions in Germany they have been losing members for years now but are still a political force (or at least perceive themselves as such). The "American capitalist" Amazon is thus a perfect "enemy" to target, fight - even if just to show off - and improve their own standing in the public arena.