In the wake of Michigan becoming the 24th right-to-work state, numerous commentators have recognized that if employees aren’t forced to be members, unions may actually have to appeal to them. What a novel idea—free choice. It’s not something that most unions are used to dealing with. That’s reflected in the clear disconnect in political spending done by labor.

And even in employment and collective bargaining matters, unions don’t appear to have even the most basic employee interests in mind — like making sure theykeep their jobs. As was the case in the Hostess bankruptcy and eventual liquidation, the leadership of the Baker’s Union (BCTGM) was willing to push the entire enterprise over the cliff, putting thousands of people out of work. It continued to spin myths about the prospects of a buyout in order to encourage solidarity. The BCTGM’s failed campaign against American Crystal Sugar has left thousands of its union members out of work. Meanwhile, BCTGM President Frank Hurt and his family continue to collect thousands in compensation.