> Unions do nothing to contribute to productivity (in the broader economic sense). If anything, they are a hindrance to it. Yes, unions are (supposed) to defen

> Unions do nothing to contribute to productivity (in the broader economic sense). If anything, they are a hindrance to it. Yes, unions are (supposed) to defend the interests of workers. Not to make it easier for bosses or shareholders to profit from the workers' work. Whether or not today's unions are still doing that is up for debate though.