Explore the history and impact of the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) in this informative panel discussion. Gain insights into the roots of labor movements, the passage of the NLRA in 1935, and its effects on union membership and collective bargaining. Examine the law's limitations, particularly for women and people of color, and its waning influence over time. Analyze current trends in unionization and worker agency across various industries. Learn from expert panelists as they discuss lessons from the NLRA's history and its relevance to shaping the future of work. Hear opening remarks from U.S. Secretary of Labor Marty Walsh and engage with perspectives from leaders in labor studies, journalism, and investment.
Overview
Syllabus
Worker Power and the National Labor Relations Act
Taught by
The Aspen Institute