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496. Do Unions Still Work?

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Revitalizing Labor: Unions Amidst Strikes

This chapter examines the rising trend of labor strikes in the United States, particularly in industries like Hollywood and manufacturing, while grappling with the paradox of low union membership. It also highlights the leadership of Liz Shuler, the AFL-CIO's first female president, and discusses the challenges and future of the labor movement in a changing economic landscape.

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