II‑ The Unions
•Largest unions
•Union finances
–Principally dues
–Unions have some sizable business investments
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Largest unions
Municipal workers
Metal Workers

Principally dues
1.8% of typical worker's income
Mostly in conflict funds and since the level of conflict is low, funds have become large

Unions have some sizable business investments
Blue collar federation LO owns and operates country's 2nd largest newspaper
Unions have major interests in housing developments, construction & insurance companies & travel agencies