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A labor or trade union is an organization of workers dedicated to protecting members' interests and improving wages, hours and working conditions for all. No matter what you do for a living, there's a union with members who do the same thing. read more

How Unions Make America Strong A labor or trade union is an organization of workers dedicated to protecting members' interests and improving wages, hours and working conditions for all. read more

While many do not see the benefits of labor unions, for the union worker the benefits include higher wages, better benefits and safer working conditions. Many people unfamiliar with labor unions do not understand how they work. In general, labor unions represent the voice of their members. read more

Labor unions have a long and colorful history in the United States. To some people, they conjure up thoughts of organized crime and gangsters like Jimmy Hoffa. To others, labor unions represent solidarity among the working classes, bringing people together across many professions to lobby for better rights, wages and benefits. read more

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