Democratic Actions in the AFL-CIO

Abstract: 20 pages in length. This research paper thoroughly discusses the events leading up to the change in the way the unions engage in politics and ultimately led to the first real democratic election of the AFL-CIO. Also discussed are the Wagner Act, early political activity in the unions and why unions teamed up briefly with the Republican party. Also explores and analyzes union democracy and the lack thereof. The decline in union membership is considered and the current changes within the AFL-CIO. Bibliography lists 14 sources.

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Subcatagory: Labor Studies

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