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Long, Jerri – Thrust for Educational Leadership, 1987
This two-page table charts the range of union activities, their adversarial intent, and possible administrative counterstrategies during a typical teacher strike. Twenty-four activities are covered, from peaceful demonstrations (like picketing), marches, and candlelight vigils, to harassments like nails in tires and telephone threats. (MLH)
Descriptors: Activism, Demonstrations (Civil), Elementary Secondary Education, Parent Participation
Peer reviewedKazin, Michael; Ross, Steven J. – Journal of American History, 1992
Describes the history of Labor Day and its development from social movement to casual holiday. Emphasizes the inherent conflict in trying to arouse positive public opinion while providing organization for workers. Focuses on celebrations in New York (NY), San Francisco (CA), Los Angeles (CA), and Atlanta (GA). Divides the historical development…
Descriptors: Activism, Capitalism, Holidays, Immigrants
