How Labor Unions Work

Stuff You Should Know

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Society & Culture

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🗓️ 22 May 2012

⏱️ 52 minutes

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Summary

Yes, it's true: Unions have a shady mob-related past and were originally championed by anarchists. Born from medieval trade guilds, these organizations also helped grow the American economy, and not only protected but established workers' rights.

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