External support and political involvement are deeply rooted in union culture. Bill Fletcher Jr. writes myth 8: “the union uses our money for political action and I have no say,” in his novel “They're Bankrupting Us” and 20 Other Myths About Unions. In this myth, Bill Fletcher Jr. addresses unions and how they take political action. Trade unions often take political action in controversial ways, but do not always make the most of their work. Fletcher says that when unions and politics come together, people critically interpret unions' missions and their power. He doesn't delve into how he titles the myth, but he skims the surface of union consensus regarding the policy. The myth concerns the belief that “unions should stay out of politics and focus on what happens in the workplace” (Fletcher 65). This myth exists because people often criticize unions, saying they should stay out of politics and focus only on work. related issues. However, the reality is that the workplace does not exist in isolation and there is a strong relationship between politics, law and the workforce. Political and legislative decisions directly affect the working environment in various ways. A candidate for political office can significantly influence the workforce through zoning ordinances, taxes, business legislation, the existence or lack of health and safety regulations, and illegal discrimination. They can also influence public investment (or lack thereof) in infrastructure, workers' right to organize unions, unemployment levels, and the existence of unemployment insurance. Internal disagreements are prevalent among unions, and even within the union there remains discussion about how unions engage. At the beginning...middle of the document...is Vision For Reforming Education.(Washington View)(Barack Obama)." Phi Delta Kappan 1 (2012): 66. Academic OneFile. Web. Nov. 16, 2013. de Sousa, Monica Teixeira. “The State of Our Unions: How President Obama's Education Reforms Threaten the Working Class.” Dunbar, John. “The 'Citizens United' Decision and Why It Matters.” , October 8, 2012: page no. November 16, 2013. .Fletcher Jr, Bill !": And 20 more myths about unions. Boston: Wilstead & Taylor Publishing Services, 2012. 65-72. Print.Lichtenstein, Nelson. “Can This Election Save The Unions?.” Dissent (00123846) (2012): 2933. Academic research completed. 2013.