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Who favored the clayton antitrust act?

The labor unions.


The American federation of labor weakend during the 1920 in part because?

The American Federation of Labor (AFL) weakened during the 1920s partly due to the economic prosperity of the decade, which diminished the urgency for labor reforms and led to a decline in union membership. Additionally, the rise of anti-labor sentiments, fueled by the Red Scare and fears of communism, contributed to government crackdowns on organized labor. Internal divisions within the AFL, particularly between craft unions and industrial unions, also weakened its overall influence and cohesion.


Why did the newly elected conservative republicans curb the power of organized labor?

They want to break the unions so businesses don't have to provide or deal with unions.


Why did factory workers organize unions?

Trade unions developed in the Industrial Revolution in Europe and the US. The trade unions were created to protect the workers and were not exclusive of any particular kind of worker. The first trade union in the US was the National Labor Union, founded in 1866. It failed and was soon replaced by the Knights of Labor, 1869. The Knights of Labor and the more successful American Federation of Labor (AFL), 1886, concentrated on the key issues of child labor opposition, demand for an eight hour day, and protection of the worker from unsafe working conditions and a decent wage. Workers during the Depression needed help and protection when they did find a job. The Unions and Business agreed to the labor condition of the Blue Eagle Codes, but that was declared unconstitutional by the Supreme Court. After WW II started, the unions agreed, for the most part, to work without strikes until after the war.


What gains and setbacks did unions experience during the new deal era?

During the New Deal era, unions experienced significant gains, notably through the establishment of the National Labor Relations Act of 1935, which protected workers' rights to organize and engage in collective bargaining. This period saw a surge in union membership and the formation of powerful labor organizations, contributing to improved wages and working conditions for many workers. However, unions also faced setbacks, including violent opposition from some employers and government entities, as well as internal divisions that sometimes undermined their effectiveness. Overall, while the New Deal bolstered the labor movement, challenges persisted in achieving widespread solidarity and influence.