Should employees in unionized industries be required to pay union membership fees?

Yes but only if they could effectively transition the existing businesses and employees into new jobs. 5 years ago from a Democrat in Philadelphia, PA

It should be up to the employer whether or not an employee is in a union or not. 5 years ago from a Libertarian in Springfield, MO

Unions had a place and time where they were relevant and necessary. They are now the ruination of this country. I received the benefits of a union even though I did not belong. My health insurance was $8.33 per month for my entire family, regardless of... 5 years ago from a Republican in Struthers, OH

If the union is required to represent all workers at a given workplace, then all should be required to pay; if we go with a members-only European model of representation, however, then only those choosing to be members should be required to pay, just as... 5 years ago from a Green in Fort Atkinson, WI

Unions have the tendency to prioritize and discriminate among their members. I would say abolish them altogether for lack of a better answers. I will say that groups like these have a tendency to develop a "groupthink" mentality which is not a... 5 years ago from a Democrat in Wyoming, MI

The government should stay out of contracts between employers and employees. 5 years ago from a Libertarian in Lake Station, IN

Yes, however those funds should not go toward one political party or another. 5 years ago from a Republican in North Olmsted, OH

If they get any benefits that the unions have fought for and won, then yes. If not, then no. 5 years ago from a Republican in Dearborn Heights, MI

No, but make it clear that what the members of the union vote on will have to be accepted and they will not be given a say in the matter. 5 years ago from a Democrat in Evansville, IN

If not in union then Pay to a employee fund equal to union dues to be used
by fellow workers in need. 5 years ago from a Democrat in Philadelphia, PA

In theory, this makes sense but it will only work with serious union reforms championed by the unions themselves. When I worked as an on-call employee for a healthcare contractor to a Detroit auto company, I would have had to pay union dues if I worked at... 5 years ago from a Democrat in Cincinnati, OH

If they go into a job that is union then if they want the job they join the union. If the company has a union for one area, say the plant , but not another, the lab the lab shouldn't have to join the union/. 5 years ago from a Republican in Downingtown, PA

Dues are part of the benefits of a union, more needs to be done to prevent corporate union busting and union prevention ( ie Walmart) at the same time limit what both business and unions can do in elections. 5 years ago from a Democrat in Evansville, IN

If you are a high school kid, working part-time your dues could end up being more than what they are earning. It should be for full-time employees, not part-timers. However, if during the summer the high school kid is working full time, then he should pay... 5 years ago from a Democrat in Arcola, IN

Yes, but the fees should be standardized by the amount they make. i.e. if their union is not finding them a job and they're unemployed and willing to work they shouldn't have to pay as much as a full time worker with a secured position. 5 years ago from a Democrat in Clear Creek, IN

Yes. But -- as is current law -- their dues should be limited to their fair share of what it costs the union to represent them. Dues should not be extracted for other union activities such as political lobbying. 5 years ago from a Republican in Elizabeth, PA

If they receive raises, benefits and other compensation for their work as a result of agreements made with a union, they should pay their fair share of that cost. We have too many people who have a mindset they are entitled to things without paying the... 5 years ago from a Republican in Haubstadt, IN

If you choose to work in a field that is Union based, then yes!. There are many reason's that Unions help build this economy. I believe that good hard work & knowledge and training that union trades provide demand the pay & benefits the... 5 years ago from a Republican in Waldron, MO

They should not be allowed to take members money for a political party. 5 years ago from a Republican in Racine, WI

Labor unions have provided the employee protection laws and should not be discouraged or hampered. 5 years ago from a Green in Barberton, OH

No, it should be a worker's choice to join a union, a worker's choice to negotiate his individual wages and work duties with his employer, his right to travel to work without harassment, and states should create non-union police forces... 5 years ago from a Libertarian in La Porte, IN

Union member should be required to pay membership fees. Membership should not be required. 5 years ago from a Libertarian in West Lafayette, IN

No, should be worker's choice however the worker would be on their own to negotiate and not benefit from the union's negotiation of employment contract. If you don't join, can't benefit in same way. 5 years ago from a Democrat in Indianapolis, IN

Unions are both beneficial and detrimental. They are only beneficial because markets are controlled by large companies; proper application of anti-trust laws would create a more fair marketplace, and unions would become obsolete and only detrimental. 5 years ago from a Libertarian in Grove City, OH

Yes but ensure that dues are used to fund efforts beneficial to ALL union members and not used for political reasons. 5 years ago from a Republican in Darby, PA

No, it should be the workers right to choose. But the employer shouldn't have to pay them the same negotiated with the union, The employee can negotiate his/her own terms whether better or worse. The union need not help them or back them in times of... 5 years ago from a Democrat in Warren, MI

Many union workers have very hard jobs, such as laborers, highway workers, etc. Unions fight for these workers to have higher paying jobs. If you want the wages, you need to pay the dues to support the union. 5 years ago from a Republican in Jefferson, OH

I don't feel that you should have to join the Union, though the Union shouldn't have to do anything for you unless your a member. 5 years ago from a Democrat in Tiffin, OH

Being pro union it hurts to write this - Unions today provide no benefits - they have become as self serving as the Copmpanies they negotiate with. 5 years ago from a Green in Royal Oak, MI

If a worker does not want to join the union and does not want to pay a membership fee, then they should forfeit any benefits given to union employees and receive any benefits given to non-union employees, regardless if the union benefits are better than... 5 years ago from a Democrat in Onalaska, WI

If the unions actually fight for the employee rather than against. 5 years ago from a Republican in Dover, OH

Although I have a great distaste for unions the UPMC hospitals have just proven the unions need to remain till a more even handed system can be devoloped. 5 years ago from a Republican in Altoona, PA

Yes, no freeloaders, and unions' strength should be dramatically decreased. 5 years ago from a Republican in Thiensville, WI

Only if they are allowed to join the union. I was a "fair share" payee but was not allowed to join SEIU because I was part time. the union continually prohibited me from working more than 20 hours a week because I was part time. why should I... 5 years ago from a Democrat in Conneaut Lake, PA

Yes, but should be able to opt out of some benefits, like pension or health care, and pay less in dues. 5 years ago from a Democrat in Earth City, MO

Yes, and pay "fair share" if don't want to join. 5 years ago from a Democrat in Kohler, WI

No, Some labor unions have outlived their usefulness and are used as a means of bullying for power. They should be reformed but in place if they indeed protect the rights of the worker with equality towards the company. 5 years ago from a Republican in Pleasant Prairie, WI

Only if employees are required to vote annually to authorize union representation and if they are actually represented by a union. 5 years ago from a Republican in Eau Claire, WI

Only if the unions are strong enough to guarantee a living wage and offer job protection. 5 years ago from a Green in Stroudsburg, PA

Workers should have to pay union dues or an alternative fee if they benefit from union negotiations. 5 years ago from a Democrat in Saint Joseph, MI

Yes, but only if these workers are extended the same privileges that the union members enjoy. They should also be extended an invitation to join an applicable Union. It would be unfair, for example, for a temp. worker to be paying union dues yet be... 5 years ago from a Democrat in Bala Cynwyd, PA

No automatic deductions and Unions should be required to have a certification vote every two years. 5 years ago from a Republican in Solon, OH

No, if they choose not to join they are not eligible for union representation. 5 years ago from a Democrat in Farmington, MI

It should be a workers choice to join a union, however, they will not be able to receive the benefits package that a union member would receive. 5 years ago from a Libertarian in Warrensburg, MO

Union were started by organized crime boss's and hasn't changed much (just different boss's) They push to many political agendas and support lazy workers and drive up prices in all fields they are evolved with (sometimes forcing... 5 years ago from a Republican in Needmore, PA

Absolutely not. Unions should be required to earn their dues from members. Too many unions collect dues and squander them. 5 years ago from a Libertarian in Canton, OH

No, and abolish labor unions.
The government shouldn't be rewarding them for bankrupting the auto industry. 5 years ago from a Republican in Lorain, OH

If an employee receives benefits that a Union negotiated, they should have to pay fair share. 5 years ago from a Democrat in Melbourne, OH

Yes but only because the vast majority of union members are now federal government employees. 5 years ago from a Green in Swarthmore, PA

Leave it up to the agreements between union and employer. 5 years ago from a Green in Bowmansdale, PA