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Labor Unions
Groups of unionized workers, such as United Auto Workers (UAW), who seek the same goals regarding working conditions and pay rates
2,221 Questions
In what ways were labor unions successful and how were they limited?
i tbh think its because life sucked so they just sucked it up and did. in 1889 life was hard compare to life now (1999)
What type of event lead to the growth of the international ladies garment workers union?
A fire that cost many lives
Is it true that all of the early unions organized regardless of the level of skill of their members?
False
What phrase best describes the purpose of labors unions during the industrial Revolution?
To protect the workers from unfair practices, to force the owners to pay a living wage, and to ensure safe working conditions.
Why are labor unions interested in financial statements?
· Union members are creditors of companies. Unless they, through their representatives, can understand the financial statements of their companies, how can they receive early warning of companies that are in danger of failing?
· Companies that apply cosmetic accounting are in fact giving warning that their true financial position is worse than what is being presented. Union members, through their representatives, need to be able to identify cosmetic accounting.
· Strong companies are companies that generate sustainable operating earnings. Conventional financial statements do not calculate sustainable operating earnings. Unions need to be able to determine or not whether employers are in fact generating sustainable operating earnings.
· "The main means of regulating trade unions is The Fair Work (Registered Organisations) Act 2009. In exchange for exemption from income tax as well as union dues being tax deductible for members, registered trade unions submit to a number of requirements, including the conduct of elections, annual returns and financial reportsSpecial:Wysiwyg." If members are not able to read & understand the financial statements of their unions, how can they hold their elected officials accountable?
· The recent Health Services Union scandal reinforces the need for union members to understand the operational and financial condition of the union to which they pay their dues. One aspect of this understanding is being able to read and interpret the financial statements of their union.
Special:Wysiwyg"Accountable trade unionism: lesson of the Thomson affair" by Judith Sloan, available at http://www.abc.net.au/unleashed/2859258.html
What are the conditions that give rise to the formation of Trade Unions in society?
Poor working conditions gave rise to trade unions. They also negotiate better pay and benefits on behalf of the workers. Primarily, they protect and improve conditions.
How did the haymarcket square riot impact the knights of labor?
The Haymarket Square Riot in 1886 significantly impacted the Knights of Labor by associating the labor movement with violence and radicalism. Although the Knights were not directly involved in the incident, public perception shifted negatively towards labor organizations, leading to a decline in membership and support. The event heightened fears of anarchism, making it more challenging for the Knights to advocate for their goals of workers' rights and better conditions. Ultimately, the riot contributed to the fragmentation of the labor movement and the rise of more conservative organizations, like the American Federation of Labor (AFL).
When was Christian Union - denomination - created?
Christian Union - denomination - was created in 1864.
What type of event led to the creation of the international ladies garment workers union?
a fire that cost many lives
The Triangle Shirtwaist Co. fire.
What problems many mill owners have in finding workers?
They were having a hard time finding workers because there were other jobs available.
Why did the Knights of Labor lose power?
As in any developing country, labor and employing companies always had their differences. The Knights of Labor group was the first well recognized labor union and it was all inclusive, meaning almost anybody (women, blacks and but not Chinese) was welcomed. I think the Chinese were admitted at a later date. After the American Federation of Labor (AFL) was formed, the Knights of Labor fell out of favor and disappeared. The major difference was the Knights of Labor formed the foundation upon which the AFL was born. Their demise was a natural evolution of the labor movement in this country. The Knights of Labor lacked good management and their inability to carry out successful strikes for their members caused their ranks to be recruited by the AFL.
How did the government react to the formation of labor unions?
The government did not like labor unions along with big corporations. As a result labor unions were illegal until the 1930's.
Sarah G. Bagley
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Why would Hitler be so keen to destroy the power of Germany's trade unions?
He saw destroying socialism as one of his keys missions in life. (Don't be misled by the reference to socialism in the name of the Nazi party - it was just propaganda).
What what were working conditions like prior to labor unions?
Children had to work long hard hours in terrible conditions , not getting payed nearly enough for their work.
Why labor unions where organized?
Labour Unions were originally formed (mainly) during the Industrial Revolution. By banding together, unions tried to help the often downtrodden and underpaid workers. Workers who were often forced to work long hours in cotton mills, or down coal-mines, etc, and had no security of employment.
