Are unions partially to blame for the downfall of America's economy?

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answer:Yes. But, the culprit in the first place is not treating employees fairly to begin with. Unions would not be necessary if people were getting a fair wage for their work, and given decent working hours and conditions. I am generally anti-union, but they have a purpose. Some of Americas incredible prosperity during the last half of the 1900’s was because unions gave the average guy a decent wage and some security, and it grew our middle class. The middle class is a big part of what differentiated us from other countries, and grew our economy. Everyone got to greedy, unions, management, owners, and now there is a burst in the bubble. I heard that the auto unions basically began health insurance being offered through employers. I hate health care being offered this way, so some might see it as a perk a positive, I see it as a big negative. I think anyone who works deserves a liveable wage. I think CEO’s make way more money than they deserve. I think if everyone was reasonable, and practicing the golden rule, including Americans willing to pay for quality products, and care for their thngs, everything would be a lot better.

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