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Why collective action feels impossible sometimes

I work for a union but live in a right-to-work state, so half my coworkers benefit from my advocacy while actively undermining it.

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More people experience this than they realize.

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The logic of solidarity breaks down when others can reap benefits without sharing costs or risks.

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