The problem is actually not with the unions (as bad as they are). The problem is with the state laws that make it difficult - if not impossible - to fire striking workers.
Let’s say that you and I are both lathe operators. We decide to go to the boss together, and demand a raise (that’s a union move). And we tell the boss that if he doesn’t agree, we will both go on strike. There is nothing at all wrong with that! It’s a free country.
Well, since it’s a free country, the boss should be able to fire us and then bring in permanent replacements. But in many states that would be illegal. So it’s not a level playing field. The workers hold too many cards.
Didn’t they just get a 2 year paid covid vacation?