Reading the coverage of the union vote at Harley Davidson, it was hard to miss one of the themes -- a lot of union workers voted for the contract even though it meant they'll probably lose their jobs.
They voted for the contract so that others could keep their jobs and that Harley would be able to stay in York. Imagine that: There are people who work at Harley who's world extends beyond their own screen door. They were willing to sacrifice for the benefit of others.
These are good people.
Whenever you hear some idiot blathering on about selfish, greedy union workers, point that out to them.
And another Harley note: You'd think the company would have at least waited a while to announce it was staying in York. Announcing it immediately makes it clear that it never intended to move and that the threat was intended to put the union in a bad position -- accept concessions or be blamed for the demise of Harley in York.
Oh well, that's the way the world goes 'round, as John Prine once said.
Leave a comment