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Challenges and Triumphs of Labor Unions: A Historical Perspective

Delve into the history of labor movements, from the Avondale mine disaster to organized labor's fight for better conditions. Explore types of unions, union activities, and the crucial role of solidarity for change. Learn about major contract disputes and the significance of right-to-work laws.

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Challenges and Triumphs of Labor Unions: A Historical Perspective

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  1. I wish I was in school!!!

  2. Avondale mine disaster

  3. Exploitation, long hours, low pay, faulty equipment, dirty, poor ventilation, poor lighting, dull/repetitive tasks, substandard conditions 12 hours a day, 6 days a week 1 in 300 killed in Railroad work

  4. Organized Labor

  5. The Labor Movement: Strength in Numbers • No one creates change alone. Better chances for change come with more people.

  6. Types of Unions Craft Industrial

  7. Craft Union • Association of skilled workers who perform the same kind of work • Ex. NYSUT-teachers

  8. Industrial Union • All workers in a given industry regardless of what job they perform • Ex. UAW: any worker in the auto industry

  9. Types of Union Activities

  10. Roles of Labor Unions

  11. Resolving Differences

  12. Major Issues in Contract Disputes • Wages and Fringe Benefits • Working Conditions • Job Security

  13. Right to Work Laws Ban mandatory union membership.

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