And now you've just figured out why in labor disputes it's so important/valuable for everyone to be in the union.
(Also, don't forget about the employees in billing, grant handling, the professors bringing in big grants, etc)
Back in the day of unions, strikes were not about making a statement, they were literally bending the employer to the will of the workers with brute force. The workers- collectively- held the power. Unresolved strikes literally sunk companies. It feels like that's been forgotten somewhat.
(Also, don't forget about the employees in billing, grant handling, the professors bringing in big grants, etc)
Back in the day of unions, strikes were not about making a statement, they were literally bending the employer to the will of the workers with brute force. The workers- collectively- held the power. Unresolved strikes literally sunk companies. It feels like that's been forgotten somewhat.