Originally Posted by jungle

No, but they have not really changed the very slow pace of negotiations, why does it take so long and who does that benefit?
It benefits both the union and the company.



There are a few other methods, pickets are not going to garner much support from the public for guys knocking down 200-300k a year. Public support is zero, so what is this leverage everyone speaks of?



Labor/management disputes are very good for earnings right up until a strike.
The great benefit of delay is that inflation works its 4% plus magic every year in reduced labor costs.

Some unions even double their dues during lengthy negotiations. It is a big win for two of the three players.