Unions emerged in the U.S. in the early 20th century due to poor working conditions and lack of safety laws, leading to advocacy for better pay and work environments through unions and changes in legislation.
One major reason for the advent of unions in the United States during the first half of the 20th century was the lack of workplace safety laws and poor working conditions faced by workers.
During this time, employees had to work long hours with low pay, no overtime, and no paid vacations, leading to the need for unions to advocate for better wages and improved working conditions.
Additionally, the legal environment, such as the passage of the National Labor-Management Relations Act of 1935 and subsequent changes in legislation like the Taft-Hartley Act of 1947, influenced the rise and decline of union memberships in the U.S.
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