> they are also completely democratic institutions I've seen this democracy in practice first-hand in my previous career where shop stewards diligently ensured

> they are also completely democratic institutions I've seen this democracy in practice first-hand in my previous career where shop stewards diligently ensured that come time for a union vote those that will vote the "right way" are provided time-off and/or transportation while the others are "stuck working" or "there's no more room in the van."