Of course they did .  But now unions are no longer needed .  People used to own a horse and wagon , but now they don't because it's no longer needed .  Unions exist for the main reason of taking a cut from all the people doing the real work.  The people doing the work have earned and deserve every dime they make.  It's now time to end unions getting rich off the backs of working men and women.   Have a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year .