I'm surprised by the several posts that have distain for Unions in this country.

My husband attended Berkeley in the early 70's, received a degree in education and could not get a job, the economy was bad. His Father a member of the ILWU helped him get a part time job taking cargo on and off ships in the port of Los Angeles and Long Beach, California. My husband continued working at the ports for 40 years as a crane man and foreman until his retirement this month. His Union fought for their benefits, salaries and Freedom. If they had not, the shippers would continue their greed at the expense of the workers.

I love being an American and I'm grateful we can have a union voice. Sometimes the little people get lost and as a group we can be heard.

Thank you