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"In . . . society, work takes up a vast proportion of the time and energy of ordinary people. Although use of the phrase 'work-life balance' is now commonplace in the media and ordinary conversation, people work longer hours than ever before. However, rather than purely a means to an end in terms of supporting oneself financially, the workplace is a place to develop skills and talents and build lasting friendships. For these reasons, people want to...
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"From limiting the working day to eight hours to forming unions and protecting children in the labor force, the rights of workers has long been, and still remains, a fascinating and important topic. This title weaves through the history of workers' rights using engaging primary sources, following multiple perspectives of differing groups including women, children, and immigrants. Readers will gain an understanding of the social and economic conditions...
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With the rise of globalization in recent decades, a free market in goods and the free movement of capital have spread worldwide. Should U.S. policy also favor the free movement of labor to legally cross borders? Would the elimination of barriers in the job market flood the labor pool with workers and depress wages? Or would the benefits of a flexible labor supply be a boon to our economy and raise the standard of living for anyone willing to work?...
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In November 1909, thousands of factory workers walked off the job to protest the terrible working conditions in New York City factories. Joining the picket lines was dangerous, with thugs and police officers harassing picketers, but the protests stirred action. Many factory owners finally agreed to some of the workers demands and improved conditions. But nothing changed for workers at the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory, and those workers would...
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As politicians on both sides of the aisle have created a protection racket for the rich and impeded unionization in the process, two workers lead a movement to unionize for the first time at one of the world's largest companies.