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Labor unions began to form because many workers were tired of the unfair working conditions, and wanted better pay. This was because of how industry was rapidly growing, the big businesses wanted to work people for as little as possible, while having the highest gains possible.
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Workers tried to strike due to unfair labor conditions, but multiple railroad unions would not commit, therefore causing the strike to fail. This was a crushing defeat due to not enough participation.
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Stopped people from being able to boycott. This was because unions were considered to be trusts. This is strange because a trust is a monopoly, and a union of workers does not own every business in a certain type of market.
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People tried to strike against steel. The steel industry did not like this, and hired people to kill the strikers. This was a major loss for unions.
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A battle between strikers and private security agents. 12 people had died. Possibly 26, but no one is sure.
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The labor union membership went from 5 million to 3 million. Most of these members were skilled workers. Many of the unskilled workers could not join unions.
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It gave employees the right to form and join unions. Employers had to bargain with unions chosen by employees
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Labor Unions gained better health insurance due to WWII. This was because of how these workers were needed more than ever. With many of the abled bodied men over seas, employers could not afford to lose more people.
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Banned the act of being able to strike and boycott. This made unions unable to complain publicly. This was very controversial due to how it limits freedom of speech and right to assemble.
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A strike that lasted 8 days held by US Postal Workers. Considered the largest wildcat strike in history. This act was also illegal, making it ironic that it was held by government workers.