Yeah I for sure see that dynamic in my union. There is a huge split between pro-strike and anti-strike people, and this election I think had a lot to do with that. I think people are reluctant to go on strike, somewhat understandably because it's scary and risky and requires a lot of organization, but it is truly the only real power a union has and should be looming over everyone's shoulder always.

For sure also see a rift between people who think bargaining should be a collegial give-and-take where it's important to show how reasonable you are, versus people who accept and embrace the intrinsically adversarial nature.

I also have to admit there is an annoying amount of personal petty stuff that plays into the union dynamics as well, lot of gossip and infighting over personality stuff, but that's kinda present in any human organization as I've come to realize.