Originally Posted by JROM  ....A plumber makes more money then a toolmaker by far, go figure!.... |
I think there is a fairly simple answer for this connected to the construction industry and the clout of unions. When plumbers go on strike the effect is felt immediately; same thing with electricians. When machinists go on strike who notices? Nobody for quite a while. To a large extent the wage you can command depends on the disruption you can cause to the economy by withdrawing your services.