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How unions are stopped before they start (Update)

Apr 24, 2024 · 32m
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  • Union membership in the U.S. has declined for decades despite high public support, with the unionization process itself being a major barrier to organizing
  • The Volkswagen plant in Chattanooga, Tennessee is a case study where despite the company's openness to worker representation, the UAW failed to successfully unionize workers
  • The episode investigates why union organizers struggle during the critical setup phase, even when conditions appear favorable

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