3 chapters across the catalog
Janus v. AFSCME, Union Dues, University Endowments
The Supreme Court ruled in Janus v. AFSCME that public sector workers cannot be forced to pay union dues, citing free speech rights. The hosts argue that unions often use these dues for political donations to the Democratic Party without member consent. A similar complaint is made regarding university endowments and the ACLU, which the hosts claim have become overly partisan.
Lisbon Treaty, Communicable Diseases, and Civil Liberties
The hosts revisit the Lisbon Treaty, noting provisions that allow for the detention of individuals with communicable diseases without due process. They suggest that a virus outbreak could be used as a pretext to usher in a totalitarian state within the European Union. A listener correction is also acknowledged regarding the overused crutch word "essentially."
Personal Experiences with SAG-AFTRA and Union Inefficiency
A host reflects on personal memberships in SAG and AFTRA, describing the "catch-22" of entering the entertainment industry and the standardized contracts provided by unions. The discussion concludes that while unions once served a purpose against management, they often become bloated organizations that drive up costs without delivering proportional value.
