I agree with the assessment of the World Socialist Web site on hopelessly corrupt trade unions. " Reforming "them is much like reforming the Democratic Party.
But " Down with the unions " sounds suspiciously like far right drool. The ruling class would love to see a union free RIGHT TO WORK capitalist paradise.
The workers must quickly CREATE their own organizations based on the old principle of democratic centralism.
Union hating is the stock in trade of right wing " Red Eye Radio ".
The two party system is a trap for working class voters. But we don't say : " Down with voting ! "
To be sure , ANARCHY won't improve the condition of the working class in the United States.
I would still respect any picket line no matter how corrupt the " Johnny Friendly " union.
Recall the scene in the movie " On the Waterfront " where dock worker ( Marlon Brando ) spies on insurgent workers meeting in a church.
In THE END crooked boss Johnny Friendly ends up in the river. The UNION survives.
Final scene in " On the Waterfront "
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