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Union Benefits to Members
Western International University
CRT201 Critical Thinking

Unions provide more financial security for members rather than non union employers. When an individual is part of a union, they have a voice that is influential when dealing with employers. Unions are designed to help workers get more pay, health benefits and retirement benefits. Unions raise the standards for workers in America.

There are many benefits union employees receive compared to non union employees. Health care is a constant worry for many Americans. Deciding whether to buy groceries or fill a prescription is a decision many Americans have to face on a regular basis. “One out of every $5 spent in this country will be spent on health care” (Hoffa, 2006, Too Many go Unprotected, ¶ 1). “Union workers earn 28 percent more than non union workers…” (Join a Union…, 2006, ¶ 6). Unions have pay increases set up on a regular basis whereas non union employers do not. When there......

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