Unfortunately the unions cannot control themselves in a responsible manner.  The only way for them to be relevant to there members is to fight with management and demand more.  When did you ever hear union management saying management is fair.  I know many union members who have no use for the union, but dare not speak up. Intimidation is their way to win.  The union stands up for the non-working person.  Management stands up for the working person. Want to be out of work in the private sector? vote union.