Although there’s been an uptick in labor organizing in recent years, it hasn’t been the “resurgence” that many commentators claim it is. It’s also a markedly segmented phenomenon.
But what about Starbucks (540 shops though no contract) and the auto shops in the South and Amazon attempts? They are definitely imperiled, but still significant efforts
But what about Starbucks (540 shops though no contract) and the auto shops in the South and Amazon attempts? They are definitely imperiled, but still significant efforts
There's lots of interesting stuff happening, and even outside the more well-reported stuff. The Steelworkers, for instance, have won some big campaigns recently: https://jacobin.com/2025/04/march-2025-elections-jsw-steel
I just think it's good to stay humbled by the numbers and to recognize the notable segmentation in the recent uptick of labor activity.