I’m so sorry to hear that!! If you have anyone that you’re close to there I would suggest maybe mentioning it to them and seeing how they feel. We started with a small group of people in our store and then slowly began asking others what their thoughts were. It will take time but just keep working towards it!

Propaganda and a vicious anti-union campaign across the US. Union membership fell in the 1980s to 2000s as employers began screening for union sympathizers and frequently employing anti-union firms. The NLRB and DOL don't address violations quickly enough, so people burned by unfair labor practices or know someone who did leave with the misdirected impression that the unionizing is what caused it, not illegal behavior from their employer as a result of unionizing.

And Reagan. Just. Reagan. Republican president that utterly fucking neutered unions by both actions and anti-union appointments to both the NLRB and the DOL. As a result, anti-union sentiments (especially among conservatives) became far, far more common.

I've seen 40+ y/o baristas struggling to survive argue that minimum wage shouldn't increase. There's no logic, just propaganda and fear.

Definitely a big decision to make for sure!! I would just suggest taking your time and researching whether your store plans to unionize or not. Knowledge is power my friend :)