Are labor unions considered a type of interest group?

Question

Are labor unions considered a type of interest group?

Answer 1

Yes.  Any group that petitions the government for laws that would benefit them are special interests.  However well intentioned some of them may be they are still special interests.

Answer 2

If the left has there way, they will be. special intrest is what they thrive on

Answer 3

Yes, of course they are.

Every group, the NAACP, the NRA, Unions, Teachers, even the military are special interests.

In fact, if you have an opinion you are supporting a special interest.

The total BS some politicians spout about special interests is just c**p, telling voters they shouldn't have an opinion.

Answer 4

Yes, it is a lobby.

Answer 5

A labor unions are much like the Mafia and frequently employ the same type of tactics.  They are VERY much special interest groups.