I don't think there should be public sector unions.  Gov't workers already have vast protections, in law and regulation, regarding health benefits, hiring, firing, and pay.  For me, private company unions, however, are a different story.  Workers who are also subject to the variances in the economy, and a corporation, should be able to bargain the same way that a CEO can bargain with the board for compensation.  Overall, since the 1930s, private sector unions have had a positive effect on pay, worker safety, working conditions for the American middle class.  And please don't comment that the unions have forced jobs overseas unless you do some research.  I'm always open to facts on this subject and am willing to change my mind. Signed: not-a-dem-or-repub-on-this-issue.