Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 04/09/2026Wages of unionized workers are 13% higher than their nonunion counterparts. But unions also set a higher pay standard that all workers enjoy. In high-union-density states, median household income is $12,000 higher than in low-union-density states. This is why unions are vital.9:15 PM · Sep 4, 2026 12146091464
Brian Graham @brianagraham42.bsky.social · 04/09/2026↪ Replying to @rbreich.bsky.socialIf only you believed that when you were Secretary of Labor and illegally locked out union workers at the Staley Starch plant in Decatur, IL with their Congressman Glenn Poshard asked for your help and you refused. 130
How You Like Me Now?... @1bigbullshitbill.bsky.social · 04/09/2026↪ Replying to @rbreich.bsky.social 0285
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vaforestdweller.bsky.social @vaforestdweller.bsky.social · 04/09/2026↪ Replying to @rbreich.bsky.socialSpeaking of unions . . . bsky.app/profile/vafo...@vaforestdweller.bsky.social@vaforestdweller.bsky.socialI volunteer regularly at the beautiful Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden near Richmond, Virginia. Sadly, the unionized staff are now on strike for higher wages. I will NOT be crossing the picket line. 1132
Mariekaren (not that Karen) @mariekaren95-55.bsky.social · 04/09/2026↪ Replying to @rbreich.bsky.socialUnions are the best 090
brightnessinsight.bsky.social @brightnessinsight.bsky.social · 04/09/2026↪ Replying to @rbreich.bsky.socialstatic.klipy.comBetty White as Rose Nylund: AgreedALT: Betty White as Rose Nylund: Agreed 000
Power Vibe · by NoMAGA @powervibe.bsky.social · 04/09/2026↪ Replying to @rbreich.bsky.socialThe spillover is the key point: when union contracts raise the going rate, nonunion employers have to improve pay or risk losing workers. Bargaining power resets the floor. 070
D @daveclint.bsky.social · 04/09/2026↪ Replying to @rbreich.bsky.socialHow Americans see the obvious hard numbers, yet still support the billionaire crew is beyond me. I am not going to insult an entire nation but, this seems surreal to me. 2180
ME/CFS warrior @justjones43.bsky.social · 04/09/2026↪ Replying to @rbreich.bsky.socialI was once part of a vote to unionize and the majority turned it down. It's so annoying to be affected by the outcome of people without common sense and critical thinking skills. 000
FIX IT ( NON PARTISAN MERITOCRAT) @mobilityeleven.bsky.social · 04/09/2026↪ Replying to @rbreich.bsky.socialProf , Do ya think tripartism is possible in a system with partisan employers , partisan union , partisan government? Just thinking aloud 000
sharks44 @sharks44.bsky.social · 04/09/2026↪ Replying to @rbreich.bsky.socialCorrection. This is just ONE reason why unions are vital. 000
Jim @grafikfeats.bsky.social · 04/09/2026↪ Replying to @rbreich.bsky.social#Maga doesn’t like money or success… This is why they rage against unions and waste the rent money on Trump’s Bling. It’s why they’re #Maga. 050
FIX IT ( NON PARTISAN MERITOCRAT) @mobilityeleven.bsky.social · 04/09/2026↪ Replying to @rbreich.bsky.socialTo whom it may concern 000
ajhamline @ajhamline.bsky.social · 04/09/2026↪ Replying to @rbreich.bsky.socialWhile I am firmly in favor of unions, I do have a question. Is the 13% higher wages amount before or after union dues? 110
Bryce @votebluein28.bsky.social · 04/09/2026↪ Replying to @rbreich.bsky.socialUnions are just like the mafia. Some members are more equal than others. I'm currently in my 3rd union. 110
Marshall @thngs2come.bsky.social · 04/09/2026↪ Replying to @rbreich.bsky.socialUnions are democracy in the workplace. Thats one reason why they are despised. 1303
JoshuaWolfStar @nahkaimurrao.bsky.social · 04/09/2026↪ Replying to @rbreich.bsky.socialdoes this take into account higher cost of living in unionized locations? 010
Wait, what?! @whyisthat.bsky.social · 04/09/2026↪ Replying to @rbreich.bsky.socialRemember the fight over whether union members had to pay dues? Michigan maybe? Walker was Governor ... I'll look but it was a big blow to unions. If you have someone fighting for you, the dues are keeping your job. Has anyone found Jimmie Hoffa yet? 330
chloethebule96.bsky.social @chloethebule96.bsky.social · 04/09/2026↪ Replying to @rbreich.bsky.socialThis really makes you think. If workers can earn more when they have a stronger voice, shouldn’t we be asking how to give more workers that same opportunity? 100
DonA in Pennsyltucky @raoul51.bsky.social · 04/09/2026↪ Replying to @rbreich.bsky.socialAbsolutely. In my last job, the Teamsters local bargained for good benefits and everyone -- even those not in the union -- got the same deal. 020
Observer @amyastro.bsky.social · 04/09/2026↪ Replying to @rbreich.bsky.socialAdditionally. Unions will insist on adherence to safety standards. 120
Regina Schrambling @gastropoda.bsky.social · 04/09/2026↪ Replying to @rbreich.bsky.socialSo old I remember NYT national desk elation when Reagan fired the air traffic controllers. Then they came for the Newspaper Guild... 0100
DWCISME @dwcisme.bsky.social · 04/09/2026↪ Replying to @rbreich.bsky.socialNot to mention improved working conditions. 010
Cycling Commuter @cycling-commuter.bsky.social · 04/09/2026↪ Replying to @rbreich.bsky.socialMechanization of agriculture made shorter work weeks feasible & allowed children to focus on education. Before agricultural mechanization children had to work the fields to avoid starvation. Trade unions take credit for mechanizations' accomplishments then collect dues. A form of stolen valor. 000
Anti-Fascist Marketer @antifamarketer.bsky.social · 04/09/2026↪ Replying to @rbreich.bsky.socialWho here is in a union? Raise your hand. ✋ If not, why not? 120
fredrikblue.bsky.social @fredrikblue.bsky.social · 04/09/2026↪ Replying to @rbreich.bsky.socialYour whole country is a Union of states. You have a saying that goes: "United we stand, divided we fall" and still you cannot understand that labour unions are important. 111
NodeZ3r0™ @wopr.systems · 04/09/2026↪ Replying to @rbreich.bsky.socialUnions level the playing field and boost everyone's wages & income. They're essential for a fair economy. 🏦💪 wopr.foundation/the-block?utm_sourc… 010
2catpawrent @2catpawrent.bsky.social · 04/09/2026↪ Replying to @rbreich.bsky.socialHere is a story that really burns my ass. This guy who's a master in his profession was sent by his union to another state to work several months building a (insert what you guess here). He makes great money in his home state but he was offered 3 times that to go. I was sad he didn't say FU. But...? 000
notrump2.bsky.social @notrump2.bsky.social · 04/09/2026↪ Replying to @rbreich.bsky.socialMy dad worked for Falstaff for like 35-40 years and because it was a union job he had like 8 weeks vacation, good pay to buy a house and raise 9 kids and had a great pension. My FIL worked for a nonunion printing co for the same years, 2 wks vacation, no pension! Go unions! 190
Realbutterplease @growseedsman.bsky.social · 04/09/2026↪ Replying to @rbreich.bsky.socialI moved from an “at will” corporate career to a union protected job. “At will” state law means they can fire you at any moment. 😳 It also means you can walk out the door at any minute and just keep on walking. 😎🏖️ 020
NanooseBay @nanoose.bsky.social · 04/09/2026↪ Replying to @rbreich.bsky.socialIs that 13% before, or after, union dues?? 100
Stelek @stelek.bsky.social · 04/09/2026↪ Replying to @rbreich.bsky.socialThey also counter balance the power of the uber wealthy. Well, at least until citizens united. 🙄 000
The Desert Rat @roythedesertrat.bsky.social · 04/09/2026↪ Replying to @rbreich.bsky.socialWORK UNION, LIVE BETTER ! 030
gizmocats.bsky.social @gizmocats.bsky.social · 04/09/2026↪ Replying to @rbreich.bsky.socialAnd the largest argument against them (union dues) is an absolute joke. Would you pay $250 a year in order to make $12,000 or more extra a year? If you said ‘No,’ you belong to a cult. … are a complete moron. … & need to seriously shut the fuck up about extra $500/year for SNAP & school lunches. 0131
LAWriter @lawriter1.bsky.social · 04/09/2026↪ Replying to @rbreich.bsky.socialTrump Defends Communist China Leader While China Helps Iran Kill US Soldiers newsvideoclip.com/trump-defend...newsvideoclip.comTrump Defends Communist China Leader While China Helps Iran Kill US SoldiersPresident Donald Trump defended Chinese Communist President Xi and denied China was helping Iran even though China provides economic, technological, and intelligence support to Iran (including a satel... 010
Freelancer @alleghenian.bsky.social · 04/09/2026↪ Replying to @rbreich.bsky.socialThey are. Why aren't they screaming bloody murder for a hike in the minimum wage? 010
progressivebeat.bsky.social @progressivebeat.bsky.social · 05/09/2026↪ Replying to @rbreich.bsky.socialOur union also provides us with great health insurance and a retirement plan, among other things. Two things we would not have without the union. 030
Mgindmv @mgindmv.bsky.social · 05/09/2026↪ Replying to @rbreich.bsky.socialVirginia, ask yourselves why Dem Gov. Spanberger opposes repealing the Jim Crow-era Right to Work laws. Read your history. #vadems do better. #unions 000
Stop Trump/GOP/ICE/SCOTUS Reign of Terror Against America. @iampilgrim.bsky.social · 05/09/2026↪ Replying to @rbreich.bsky.socialUnions are part of Democratic Socialism. Anything less is appeasing Fascism. 010
lin11c @lin11c.bsky.social · 05/09/2026↪ Replying to @rbreich.bsky.socialIn an enlightened government, people shouldn't have to be in a union to get fair benefits. Many unions have had their pensions bailed out by taxpayers. That is incredibly unfair and corrupt practice. Be honest about this reality. Taxpayers pay A LOT to bail out unions when the corporations bail. ☠️ 000
wnjeffers.bsky.social @wnjeffers.bsky.social · 05/09/2026↪ Replying to @rbreich.bsky.socialOne of many reasons. 000
eotswotm.bsky.social @eotswotm.bsky.social · 05/09/2026↪ Replying to @rbreich.bsky.socialI am 69 years old. When I was 24 I made $17 an hour and a house two doors down was $65,000 -double lot, 5 bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms. I now make $22 an hour and the average house price in my area is over $750,000.00 And yes, I'm still working. I have a son with disabilities. 000
Bella Thomas @bella-belle.bsky.social · 05/09/2026↪ Replying to @rbreich.bsky.socialUnions are great but not all unions are equal!! 010
Dizzygirl @dizzygirl.myatproto.social · 05/09/2026↪ Replying to @rbreich.bsky.socialI'll never understand someone not wanting more power to fight against the rich that exploit them but this country is full of cucks, especially in the south and Midwest. 010
False Prophets @falseprophets.bsky.social · 05/09/2026↪ Replying to @rbreich.bsky.socialUnionized workers pay 100% more in union taxes than nonunion workers. Maybe if they didn’t have money stolen from their checks to pay the fat salaries of union bosses they would be on an even playing field. 200
The Trump Crisis @thetrumpcrisis.bsky.social · 05/09/2026↪ Replying to @rbreich.bsky.socialIf they'd just stop voting for Republicans. 030
Kim the Entirely Fed Up @ks116-m.bsky.social · 05/09/2026↪ Replying to @rbreich.bsky.socialWorkers died in this country to unionize so they could get some rights. We need to educate ourselves about the past and unionize again! 021
SnarkyArky02 @snarkyarky02.bsky.social · 05/09/2026↪ Replying to @rbreich.bsky.socialAnd that’s why corporations fight them so much. 060
scarletjonas67.bsky.social @scarletjonas67.bsky.social · 05/09/2026↪ Replying to @rbreich.bsky.socialI agree. Strong unions give workers more bargaining power and help push wages and working conditions higher. I think workers deserve a fair share of the value they create, and unions have played an important role in achieving that.” 010