And I agree.JimC wrote:I take your point that unionism, for a number of reasons, is not being adopted fully by the most vulnerable to exploitation. Part of the reason is a concerted demonisation of the union movement by sections of the media, something that I suspect you know only too well...Seraph wrote:You misunderstood what I was saying, because I was being too brief. I have been an enthusiastic and appreciative member of the Transport Workers Union for decades, and I fully support this adage: United we bargain, divided we beg. In light of this, please read the relevant bit again, paying particular attention to the underlined words.JimC wrote:I think you are devaluing the power of the union movement.Seraph wrote:Unionism looked promising at one stage, but now that movement is being poo pooed even by the majority of those who most need it.
However, my point remains; with all its failings, it remains a vital bulwark against exploitation...
Social disorder - what do you think?
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Made you hard didn't it?Meekychuppet wrote:Check it out, two old guys fighting.
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You have no idea man...The Mad Hatter wrote:Made you hard didn't it?Meekychuppet wrote:Check it out, two old guys fighting.
Rum wrote:Does it occur to you that you have subscribed to the model of maleness you seem to be pushing in order to justify your innately hostile and aggressive nature? I have noticed it often and even wondered if it might be some sort of personality disorder. You should consider this possibility.
Things Rum has diagnosed me with to date: "personality disorder", autism, Aspergers.Rum wrote:Did I leave out being a twat? (With ref to your sig)
eRvin wrote:People can see what a fucking freak you are. Have you not noticed all the disparaging comments you get?
rum wrote:What a cunt you are. Truly.
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