Workers Rights

Question 1

Current Landscape

Answer 1

1. Declining Union Membership
2. Stagnant Wages
3. Rise of Non-Compete Agreements
4. Increased Workplace Surveillance
5. Censorship of Speech

Question 2

Areas of Tension

Answer 2

1. Often company policies restrict freedom of speech
2. Surveillance used to monitor workers
3. Punishment for organizing or protesting

Question 3

Whistleblower protections

Answer 3

Laws can protect workers who report unsafe, unethical or illegal practices from retaliation.