Aren’t these the same people who erect giant inflatable rats outside companies they are trying to shake down?

LOS ANGELES — President Obama pushed organizing rights on Monday in video message to the AFL-CIO Convention.

Obama was originally scheduled to speak to the convention in person but canceled late last week to deal with the Syria crisis.

“Thank you for all you have done for decades on behalf of the working men and women of America. This country owes you a debt of gratitude for your efforts to make sure that everyone who works hard has a chance to get ahead, whether they are in a union or not,” Obama said.

The president also said he wanted to share “my commitment to that fight.” He touted his success, with labor’s help, of having members confirmed to the National Labor Relations Board.

“We need to keep fighting for a true right to organize where workers are free from discrimination and intimidation on the job. And that’s why, with your help, I pushed to get National Labor Relations Board back to full strength in a decade,” Obama said.