Should I join my employers union?

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Pasqualo	nooo, unions suck. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Darcy	ive been in union jobs and ununion jobs. unions are just wastes of money and never back you up if you actually need it. unless your fulltime and you see advantages of been in it, the union dues are a waste of money Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

wanderin` wonderer	Unions are terrible things, and a waste of money, and time. They cause nothing but problems between employer and employee relations. they break down communication between manager and staff, they hender economic progress. (vehicle industry, airline industry) they veil individuals from the herd, employees have no way to out source and advance with unions, becuz everyone is equal. Unions are evil. What do you seek to gain from a union? You do realize that they discourage advancment opportunities? Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

kapn	Yes...some protection is better than none...you may be required to anyway... Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Mac	steer well clear of unions they ll cost you a fortune Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

James	depends on your situation Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Acacia M	Yes you should. It shows support of your fellow employees. I wouldn't have the wages or the medical insurance or pension I have without the union. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Karina	yes !!! you make the decision Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

FTG!	Yes - if you want to receive the negotiated union benefits............ Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Sturm und Drang	Yes. At a previous job, I had a co-worker attempt to rape me on the job. The company did NOTHING except blame for it. The only one who got behind me or did anything was the union (specifically, the commercial food handlers union). If I wasn't a union member, that loser would still be allowed to work at that particular company, even though he had had similar complaints in the past. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

claudiacake	Unions are the only voice workers have. Do you think your company is going to look out for you, make sure you are treated fairly, have safe working conditions, sick leave, vacation, medical insurance, and retirement? Not likely. Join your union, yes, but do more. WORK in your union to make the job better for everyone. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

mary k	Yes. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

cindy abc	If you are getting paid more than non-union people who have the same job, if you are getting better health benefits and other benefits such as paid vacation, etc. then it's because of your Union. There isn't a Union present unless there was a reason for a Union to be present in the first place. Most of the time, if you work for a place that has a Union, then you will be required to join the Union. It's only fair to support the people who got you the wages you are getting now. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

xhorrorxwhore	Yes. Anyone who is in the union will probably tell you yes. Your no's will come from people who are not in one. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

HCC	yes Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

?	Yes, best thing you could do. I'm joining next week to the transport union...... Cant wait. don't get stuck without support when you need it. Goodluck Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

noed	We are union members... love the benefits and the pay... hate that we pay for their political agenda. Has its ups and downs...... but we are able to make a good living and right now that is good for our young family! Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

mike f	no they don't back you up most of the time they are on the company side all they do is take your money if you have problem at work best thing to have is a lawyer Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

clear view	Your question is a bit puzzling. Usually employers don't have a union. A union is something that is created separately. The employer has management and the workers have their union. Unions aren't really employer sponsored. In fact, most employers probably would not want their employees to unionize. Therefore, you should join the union. It could give you leverage over the employer. You may see better pay, benefits, and working conditions as a result of joining the union. In most cases, it is worth the risk. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

wizjp	Most places you really don't have a practical choice Join Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

I Speak the Truth	My union in SAFEWAY!!! takes a big chunk of money out of my paycheck weekly and monthly, they allow SAFEWAY to pay me minimum wage and screw with my hours. They don't even give full time if they don't want to. SAFEWAY and UNION sucks. SAFEWAY CARRS ALASKA and FOOD WORKERS UNION Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Kristen	If you want or need somebody to stick up for you when your company tries to screw u! Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

fairly smart	Why not, they protect their own, & I wouldn't want to go up against a union...of course, a few more details would be helpful! Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No