Why I voted NO.

Why I voted NO.

There is nothing a Union can do for me that I can't do for myself.  Individual work ethics and personal responsibility weigh more greatly to a positive relation between me and my employer than any third party can do. 

Poor return on investment.  Too much dues for too little benefit. 

The Union touts a very democratic rhetoric, yet speaks of, and demonstrates,  a very individualistic and selfish persuasion and ideals. 

Local, State, and Federal laws already do enough to protect my rights as an employee. 

I'm here to work, to bring home a paycheck, and provide for my family. I don't have time or desire for politics in the workplace.

Every person has the right to work, but you are not entitled to work.

No one who is in favor of the Union spoke a single word about it to me.

And finally, I actually like my job and the company I work for. Go figure.  And it pays well already. And I know that if I have a problem, or question, or concern, that I can (and i have) approach them on my own. 

-RJL

Say what?

"We all stumble in many ways. Anyone who is never at fault in what they say is perfect, able to keep their whole body in check."

"When we put bits into the mouths of horses to make them obey us, we can turn the whole animal."

"Or take ships as an example. Although they are so large and are driven by strong winds, they are steered by a very small rudder wherever the pilot wants to go."

"Likewise, the tongue is a small part of the body, but it makes great boasts.

Consider what a great forest is set on fire by a small spark. 

The tongue also is a fire, a world of evil among the parts of the body. It corrupts the whole body, sets the whole course of one’s life on fire, and is itself set on fire by hell."

"All kinds of animals, birds, reptiles and sea creatures are being tamed and have been tamed by mankind, 

but no human being can tame the tongue. It is a restless evil, full of deadly poison."

Consider your actions and your words!

Are you aware of your influence?

Are you doing and saying what you know to be right?