R/showerthought?
We must push for unionization now! I can't get this idea out of my head!
Beginning the process is easier than you may think. Of course, it will be harder than it should be, but with every push to unionize, it will become easier and easier and easier. General strikes cannot/will not work if we have no one representing our interests! The only organizations MADE to work for us are, as im sure you'd guessed, unions!
From https://www.ufcw.org/start-a-union/ :
Not represented by a union, but want to be?
If a majority of workers wants to form a union, they can select a union in one of two ways: If at least 30% of workers sign cards or a petition saying they want a union, the NLRB will conduct an election. If a majority of those who vote choose the union, the NLRB will certify the union as your representative for collective bargaining. An election is not the only way a union can become your representative. Your employer may voluntarily recognize a union based on evidence – typically signed union-authorization cards – that a majority of employees want it to represent them. Once a union has been certified or recognized, the employer is required to bargain over your terms and conditions of employment with your union representative. Special rules apply in the construction industry.