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Understand the wage battle shaping work and society—and where protections may help.
This edition analyzes how wage markets respond to competition, unions, and policy, and what that means for workers, employers, and the public.
Grounded in historical observations, it examines why wages rise or fall, the limits of contract in protecting workers, and the possible role of a minimum wage as a regulator. It discusses real-world tensions between labor, management, and government, and what a fair system might look like in troubled industries and among vulnerable workers.
The book argues for thoughtful safeguards to prevent underpayment while weighing valid concerns about freedom of contract, state intervention, and the impact on employment. It presents debates, evidence, and practical questions that readers can use to compare ideas about wage policy and labor justice.
- How wage markets respond to competition and bargaining power
- The roles of unions, employers, and government in setting wages and hours
- Arguments for and against a minimum wage as a wage regulator
- Historical examples and the practical implications for workers and communities
Ideal for readers interested in labor history, economic policy, and social justice questions surrounding wages and work.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book takes a penetrating look at the key issues facing America's wage-earning class at the beginning of the 20th century. Drawing on first-hand observations from the 1910 convention of the American Federation of Labor, the author examines the role of labor unions and their efforts to address pressing concerns, including the need for: worker compensation programs, improved immigration policies, and increased restrictions on child labor. The author also delves into the impact of the burgeoning labor movement on American society, arguing that with the right approach to these issues, the voice of American labor has the power to create a fairer and more equitable society. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781331370390_0
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