More Lies about Unions

There is no reason to believe that unemployment would rise significantly under card check. Despite the statistics in this study, the benefits of unionized labor for the economy are clear. The projected impact on unemployment is unlikely. If it were accurate, one could make the argument that the inverse should hold as well (that lowered union membership would reduce unemployment). Obviously this is not the case. Moreover, increased union membership has not historically been associated with such increases in unemployment. The true causation is the reverse of the conclusion you arrive at. High unemployment drives union membership, as workers seek to protect themselves from becoming unemployed.

The benefits of unionization for workers far outweigh the potential harm. Increased wages, job security, health benefits and improved working conditions are all tangible benefits secured by unionization. All the EFCA does is prevent management from interfering with the organizers of a union. It’s about leveling a playing field that has been tilted against labor for decades. Trying to scare folks away from supporting unions by claiming that unions drive up unemployment is dishonest, and also irresponsible.