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Oswald, Rudy – Social Education, 1984
The American labor movement and labor groups from other developed nations have recognized the interdependence of the world's economies. Discussed are the AFL-CIO's support for labor in the Soviet Union, policies of developing nations to reduce inflation and the resulting worldwide recession, U.S. auto industry problems, and maintaining labor…
Descriptors: Developing Nations, Economics, Global Approach, Inflation (Economics)
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Wehrle, Edmund F. – Social Education, 1996
Presents a concise and interesting overview of the rise and extension of labor activity during the New Deal. Labor took advantage of Roosevelt's pro-union policies to consolidate their power and forever transform the lives of working men and women. Discusses improvements in working conditions, wages, and benefits. (MJP)
Descriptors: Business Cycles, Capitalism, Collective Bargaining, Economic Factors