> why we need unions

Ok.

> it's important that the right people are chosen [for layoffs], for the right reasons

Um . . . unions?

> requires collective bargaining by representatives who are able to assess and change the criteria [for which people are being fired!]

Unions?

> are able to negotiate for better outcomes for those impacted

Unions only do that?

I would hope that unions are more than just ways to protect management when they make firing choices.

Unions are not supposed to be a management condom for when management f's the employees. Do people pay dues just so they "do it with a rubber?"