2. Post WW2 Flashcards
what did the change in the American Economy result in
increase in jobs in the white-collar and service industries
why did proportion of workforce in unions fall
change in American economy = increase in jobs in white-collar and service industries = these workers less likely to join a union and were more willing to sign no-strike agreements
by 1960 proportion of workers in unions drops to
31% of workforce
what did the fall in membership mean
limited power it could exert
where was division between high-skilled and un-skilled workers seen
in PACTO strike
what was the lack of worker solidarity reinforced by during the 70s and 80s
continued decline of blue-collar workers (who were more supportive of unions)
continued increase in white-collar workers (less intrested in joining unions)
why were white collar workers less interested in joining unions
already well paid and enjoyed benefits such as pensions and healthcare schemes
how is the success of the merger of the AFL and CIO clearly seen in the 60s
despite changes in the structure and the nature of the economy
AFL-CIO secured benefits for members such as contract negotiations, regulations for promotions and opportunities for workers to voice grievances
most evident example of the merger between CIO and AFL during the 60s
wages of union workers 20% higher than non union workers through 60s
why was the AFL-CIO important in the 70s and 80s (despite membership decline and reduced influence)
growing number of union members in the public sector
AFL-CIO established a department to look after their interests
key term
public sector
industries or businesses which are owned and managed by the state as opposed to being privately owned and managed
