Section 14 - Employer-Union Relations Flashcards
1
Q
In the 1970s there was an increase in the number of what?
A
Increase in the number of union members in the public sector
2
Q
These union members promoted what? (2)
A
- Greater equality among workers
- Fairer distribution of wealth
3
Q
Why were strikes of public sector workers common?
A
Workers had inferior working conditions than the private sector
4
Q
They formed what? Explain?
A
Common fronts: Multiple unions teaming up making all similar demands and often going on strike at the same time