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Let's Appreciate

How Unions are Changing The Economy (WGA, UAW, and More)

Sep 26, 2023
The podcast explores the historical significance of labor strikes in the US, including the Great Railroad Strike of 1877. It discusses the impact of legislation on workers' rights, shortcomings of current workplace laws, and ongoing strikes. The chapter also explores the recent surge in union activity and strikes in the US, the reasons behind it, and the impact on the economy. It emphasizes the benefits of unions for workers and the need for labor law reform to protect workers' rights in the changing economy.
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Quick takeaways

  • The labor movement in the United States began in the late 19th century as a response to horrendous working conditions and negligible workers' rights, leading to significant worker revolts and federal intervention.
  • Recent strikes by the Writers Guild Association and the Auto Workers highlight the demands for better pay, shorter workweeks, and profit sharing, driven by a tight labor market and the need for labor law reform to protect workers' rights and safety.

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History of Strikes

The podcast discusses the history of strikes, highlighting the labor movement in the late 19th and 20th centuries in the United States. It mentions examples like the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire and the Great Railroad Strike of 1877, which led to improved working conditions and workers' rights. It also mentions key acts like the Wagner Act of 1935 that granted workers the right to unionize.

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