We know what unions have done for other people. We have seen it and we have studied and we have cherished the idea of unionism. We have seen the history and development of unions in this country and we tell the growers that we want nothing more, but that we want our own union and we are going to fight for it as long as it takes.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Unions have helped others; farm workers want the same and will fight for it.
- In plain terms
- Others benefited from unions; we want one and will fight for it.
- What can you take from it?
- Fight for a union as others have.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What can unions achieve?
- How long will it take?
Another view
Growing unions requires significant time and resources.
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