7. impact of president Reagan Flashcards
when did presidential action play its most significant tole in reducing the influence of the labour movment
under reagans presidency (towards end of period)
when did Reagan become president
1981
what was reagan determined to do
reduce power of unions
what was Reagans aim
to remove restrictive regulations that hindered US industry but protected workers
wanted to privatize publicly owned businesses (not in the best intrest of workers)
when was the PACTO strike
1981
why did the PACTO strike occur
government was unwilling to allow air traffic controllers to be paid more for working fewer hours
what did the PACTO strike go against
1955 Act which prevented government workers from striking
what did Reagan announce (in relation to PACTO strike)
if workers did not return in 48 hours their contracts would be ended
to keep air traffic moving
- those who did not strike (PACTO) were accompanied by
- a training programme for new air traffic controllers was
- supervisors and military air traffic controllers
2. sped up
why do some see PACTO as a turning point
redefined industrial relations - this was reflected in decline in strikes and union membership that followed
Labour Relations Board
how was it in favour of employer
membership of Labor Relations Board
appointments made by president - ensured those appointed supported his views and ensured that any disputes that went before it were likely to favour employer
