Well, there are Unions that have no connections to Politics as well. Not all Unions are inherently bad. Just a good portion of them. There was some Grocery Market protests here not too far back and they were making threats to those wanting to still shop at these markets but the thing is we still have to eat. It is when they make unrealistic demands that tend to drive away potential employees that is where i draw the line. A GM Union member may make up to 30$ per hr. That is a lot of cash and if they make demands that it is not enough and require a pay raise, i would raise an eye brow at that action. Maybe they don't need a huge house, a new BMW, expensive vocations, designer clothing, the point is some do not live within there means and are not content with what they have. Of course i am not accusing you of such because how can i as i do not know you personally. Perhaps you are a part of not being the worse Union out there.
I also am against big corporations when they create a monopoly and are connected to Government. Also i hate Imperialism and the fact that we occupy other countries, this is very wrong. With the corruption going on in some of these companies, many are better off being independent free lancers. It can be done. Believe me, my life sucks. I am on Welfare and want to get back to work badly and stop getting Government handouts. I live in the poverty line in one of the areas that was hit the hardest during the housing downturn.
It is good that you understand the main topic. I tend to go off because i am a visionary with big ideas and dream of better tomorrows. Artist mentality.
If not in this life, then the next. I am always an optimist.