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Union Membership Plummets: Workers' Rights Under Threat

6/29/2025

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The Wagner Act of 1935 was a beacon of hope for workers, safeguarding their rights to unionize during the Great Depression. Yet today, private sector union membership has plummeted to a mere 6%. As political tides turn, corporations are increasingly challenging this vital legislation, jeopardizing workers' ability to unite and fight for fair contracts.

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The Wagner Act of 1935 was a beacon of hope for workers, safeguarding their rights to unionize during the Great Depression. Yet today, private sector union membership has plummeted to a mere 6%. As political tides turn, corporations are increasingly challenging this vital legislation, jeopardizing workers' ability to unite and fight for fair contracts.