Posted on 01/20/2013 9:57:24 AM PST by jmcenanly
In the unfolding of recent events, well-informed citizens have likely noticed the hypocrisy that has shown through the actions and inaction of many affiliated with trade unions and the modern civil rights movement. Most recently, this hypocrisy related to union practices could be seen in last months union protest of then-pending right-to-work legislation in Lansing at the Michigan State Capitol. Just as is almost exclusively true with all public union activity, many of the protesters gathered in this assembly spewed insults and foul language and carried out violence against not only their outspoken detractors, but even against reserved individuals who they perceived might be in disagreement with their cause. Two examples gaining much exposure involved Steven Crowder and Clint Tarver. Steven Crowder, Fox News contributor, comedian, and political activist, is known for his irreverent and politically incorrect humor, as well as his outspoken conservative stances on practically every major current issue. That said, based on video captured at the event featuring his encounter with union protesters, he seemed to be on his best behavior. At least one of the union protesters, though, launched a profanity-ridden verbal attack on Crowder, only before launching a physical one on him that left Crowder with significant injuries.
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Today, there are now more unionized government employees than there are in private sector America.
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