VIDEO-- Maersk crew member on how they gained control over the pirates: ‘We’re union members.’

By GottaLaff



The Rushpublic party would love nothing more than to completely bust the unions. Why? Because they are strong Democratic supporters. Relevant segment at 1:14:

As Marcy Wheeler and Nick Baumann have pointed out, the crew members belonged to the Seafarers International Union, the Marine Engineers’ Beneficial Association, and the International Organization of Masters, Mates & Pilots. Baumann noted that the seamen received “anti-piracy training” from the unions.

AFL-CIO Maritime Trades Department President Michael Sacco, speaking on behalf of the maritime unions involved, said, "We are extremely proud of the efforts shown by the crew of the Maersk Alabama. These well-trained American merchant mariners exemplify the very best in our industry."

You won't see the anti-union party challenge these crew members to their faces. No, it's a little too challenging to disparage well-trained, patriotic heroes, isn't it?

Just go after the organizations who prepared them so well.