they were comon.
they were comon.
they were comon.
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it was involved in a number of violent strikes
False, labor unions had nothing to do with the Great Railroad Strikes. These strikes were carried out because of cuts in wages as well as poor working conditions. TheÊ strikes eventually led to the creation of unions.
The Wobblies, formally known as the Industrial Workers of the World (IWW), is a labor union founded in 1905 that aimed to unite all workers to promote social and economic justice. They advocated for direct action, including strikes and boycotts, and were known for their inclusive approach, welcoming workers of all backgrounds, races, and genders. The IWW gained prominence for its radical tactics and commitment to workers' rights, often facing government and corporate repression. Their legacy continues to influence labor movements and discussions about workers' rights today.
Strikes were often broken by business owners and the government.
It is true that older workers have fewer accidents than younger workers.
true
They were dangerous.
Companies maintained their own "police" who they called to stop protests and threatened strikes. Strikes were typically violent, with beatings, shooting, injuries and deaths. Men who went on strike faced having their families thrown out of "company housing". Coal Police put wives and children into the street, with no where to go. Men lost their jobs-- the strikers had no protection to keep their jobs. Unions, started in SW Pennsylvania in both coal, steel, and glass factories, tried to bargain for their members but were often met with violence anyway.
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