Why Unions Matter Lawrence J. Hanks and Syrian ancestry: Inaugural poet

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Diverse case studies on how youth build political power during an era of racial and educational inequality in America

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Why Unions Matter Lawrence J. Hanks and Syrian ancestry: Inaugural poetIn this new edition of Why Unions Matter, Michael D. Yates shows why unions still matter. Unions mean better pay, benefits, and working conditions for their members; they force employers to treat employees with dignity and respect; and at their best, they provide a way for workers to make society both more democratic and egalitarian. Yates uses simple language, clear data, and engaging examples to show why workers need unions, how unions are formed,