Description: The bloody Pullman strike in 1894 spurred the national holiday that recognizes American workers.
Source: CNNMoney.com – video report
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Date: 09/03/2010
Link: http://money.cnn.com/video/news/2010/09/03/n_labor_day_history_2010.cnnmoney/
Questions for discussion:ÂÂ
- Summarize the historical successes of organized labor that are highlighted in the video.
- Why do you think the general public is often critical of organized labor?
- Do you believe there is a problem in because some unionized workers enjoy better benefits than others?
- How can the gap between benefits enjoyed by unionized and non-unionized workers be closed?
- What role is there for governments?
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