Firefighters And Minorities
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A 7 page research paper that examines the position held by African-Americans in the nation's fire departments. The writer argues that how a minority experiences employment as a firefighter is largely based on their gender, not their race. Research indicates that while male African-Americans may still have to fight for advancement within fire departments, their right to be there is no longer an issue, while the presence of women, black or white, is still very much resented. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Firemino.wps

Thesis / Labor Issues in Firefighting
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A 25 page research paper dealing primarily with the relationship between fire company staffing and firefighter and civilian fire deaths. Includes literature review, methodology, statistical analysis, summary, recommendations, etc; It is ultimately concluded that there may indeed be a relationship between decreased fire department staffing levels and civilian deaths, as well as firefighter injuries.
Filename: Firethes.wps

Desperate Times, Desperate Measures - The American Labor Movement During the Great Depression
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A 5 page paper that examines the fundamental change in the relationship between the American public and the U.S. Government that occurred in the 1930s and the reasons behind this change. Discussed are protest actions undertaken by labor unions of this era, the New Deal reforms implemented by President Franklin Roosevelt during this time, and how the two factors worked together to bring about a major political shift. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: LCLabor.doc

The Place Of Unions In The New Global Economy
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This 6 page paper discusses the place of unions in the United States since the advent of globalization. Their history, current presence and future possibilities are examined. Bibliography lists 8 sources .
Filename: Unionsg.wps

Book Review / Barbara Kingsolver's 'Holding the Line'
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A 4 page paper that provides an overview of Kingsolver's book. The mining strike of 1983 in Arizona was impacted significantly by the role of the Women's Auxiliary, and Kingsolver provides and account of the strike with consideration from the perspective of the women. No additional sources cited.
Filename: Kingsolv.wps

California Farm Country
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This 5 page paper looks at the evolution of farming in California, particularly since the turn of the twentieth century. Contemporary information is included regarding the problems of migrant workers. Biographical information on migrant farm worker and activist Cesar Chavez is provided. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: SA130Calrtf

"Out of This Furnace": An Inside Look at the Labor Union Movement
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A 5 page overview of the book by Thomas Bell. The author contends that, although fictional, Bell's book accurately portrays the historical circumstances leading up to the implementation of labor unions. In the last chapter of "Out of This Furnace" the grandson Dobie becomes a union organizer. Efforts such as his were critical in insuring fair labor in a rapidly industrializing society. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: PPfurLbr.rtf

"Rivethead: Tales from the Assembly Line": A Review of the Book by Ben Hamper
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A 3 page overview of the life of a fourth generation production line worker in Flint Michigan in the 1970s and 1980s. The author outlines the impact the United Autoworkers Union (UAW) had on Hamper and his fellow workers. No additional sources are listed.
Filename: PPriveth.rtf

"The Effects Of Minimum Wages On Employment: Theory And Evidence From Britain": Review
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5 pages in length. The writer discusses minimum wage impact as it relates to the journal article. No additional sources cited.
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A Position on Bluestone’s Essay “The Inequality Express”
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This is a 6 page position paper in regards to Barry Bluestone’s essay “The Inequality Express”. In his paper “The Inequality Express”, Barry Bluestone (1996) discusses aspects of the trends predicted by British sociologist Michael Young in his 1958 book “The Rise of Meritocracy, 1870-2033” in which an individual’s socioeconomic status would no longer be based on lineage or family connections but instead on the differences of education, intelligence, experience and effort by the year 2034. While Bluestone writes that he has not seen such a revolution yet within society he and other social economists believe that there are three clearly defined trends which are consistent: that the distribution of earnings (in the U.S. and the U.K.) reflect the distribution of formal education in the workforce; “the gap in earning between the well educated and the not-so-well educated is steadily increasing”; and, the standard of living for those who are less educated is declining. Despite these trends, Bluestone and his colleagues present possible solutions to the end of inequality; most of which seem unlikely in today’s global free market society. Bibliography lists 1 source.
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A. Phillip Randolph
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A 5 page paper which examines Randolph’s influence on labor unions and his relationship with the Pullman Railroad, which led to the founding of the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters (BSCP), the first Black labor union in America. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: TGaprand.rtf

ABBATE, INTERNET AND TECHNOLOGICAL ADVANCEMENT
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This 3-page paper discusses Janet Abbate's Inventing the Internet. The paper takes one of Abbate's assertions, namely that the Internet has been responsible for the creation of certain other technologies, and compares this assertion to the developments and advances fostered during the industrial revolution of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Filename: MTabbate.rtf

Airline Mechanics & F.A.A. Regulation
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A 21 page paper on the regulations imposed on airline mechanics. The writer details the problems and suggested solutions, as well as the impact of the FAA's proposed regulation Part 66 on the future of airline mechanics. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: Far.wps

All Men Created Equal – the Dream Denied
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This 6 page paper discusses the claim that "all men are created equal" and what W.E.B. DuBois, Emma Goldman and Eugene V. Debs would have to say about this claim. All three fought against the injustices in American society. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: HVAllMen.rtf

American Labor
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A 4 page paper discussing Max Green's book, 'Epitaph for American Labor : How Union Leaders Lost Touch with America.' Green is generally very opinionated and does little to actually illustrate anything in the way of an unbiased history. This is more a book about one single view point of the labor union with little other information included. While Green does not seem to believe the union is serving America justly he apparently does not have any solutions to offer other than the complete dismantling of the labor union. No additional sources cited.
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American Labor
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This 4 page paper discusses some thoughts about the state of American labor today.
Filename: HVAmLabr.rtf

American Labor Movement From Nixon to George W. Bush
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A 5 page paper which examines how legislation affected the labor movement, along with a consideration of business management events that took place form the Nixon to the G.W. Bush presidencies. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Filename: TGlabor.rtf

An Inquiry into Unions: Past and Future
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This 7 page paper examines three questions posed by a student. Questions involve hypothetical situations regarding unions as well as those that respect its long history. Unions in the U.S. are compared to unions in the Britain. Collective bargaining is explored. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: SA451uni.rtf

Analysis of Labor Unions in the United States:
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This 13 page paper examines the role of labor unions in the United States, from the 1960's through today. This paper examines the works of noted authors such as Taylor Dark and Max Green in relation to their views on the current status of labor unions and their future outlook. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: GSTayDrk.rtf

Are Unions Still Relevant in the United States?
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This 5 page paper defines unionism and explores recent issues. The history of unionization is touched on. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: SA746uni.rtf

Arizona Miner's Strike of 1983
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An analysis of the Arizona miner's strike of 1983 as it. Analysis includes discussion of the events which led to the strike, influence on political and economic conditions, and internal union conditions, and also a discussion of another strike from the same time period, the Hormel meatpackers strike in 1986. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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ARTICLE ANALYSIS:LIFE WITHOUT ILLEGAL IMMIGRANTS
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This 3-page paper is an analysis of a New York Times article, “The Nation: A New Order: Imagining Life without Illegal Immigrants” (which ran January 11, 2004). The paper focuses on the concept of illegal immigration and how it impacts the economy.
Filename: MTnytana.rtf

Australian Activism/Gay & Labor Rights
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A 12 page research paper that examines the current conservative political trend in Australia and how it affects both the gay and labor movements. The writer gives a synopsis of current and historical issues in regards to both of these movements in Australia before discussing possible reactive strategies to conservatism in regards to political activism. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: khauspa.rtf

Banana Trade Wars
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13 pages in length. Big business has long infiltrated the economically restricted world of independent merchants; once a product is deemed significant enough to warrant high profit for low investment, corporate heads begin to turn. Such is the case with the recent banana trade wars that have pitted large operations against small communities where banana production represents the sole method of survival. Clearly, at the crux of the banana trade wars resides the issue of money; however, the manner by which big corporations are virtually stripping certain societies of their only means of durability brings to light a much more important issue: ethics. Bibliography lists 15 sources.
Filename: TLCbanan.wps

Bases for Persistent Income Discrepancies
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A 7 page paper discussing possible reasons for the wide discrepancy of income levels in the US. Though there are many factors, much of the issue involves risk. As in the stock market, the higher the risk of a venture, the higher the return. Factory workers and teachers, notoriously low-paid, typically have assumed very little risk in their professions, while a pro sport star could suffer a career-ending injury at any time. There is no question that income levels in the US are absurdly skewed, but it also is fitting that those with the most to lose also see the greatest rewards. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
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Book Review / "The Fragile Bridge -- Paterson Silk Strike of 1913"
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A 6 page paper on this event in labor history as described by Steven Golin in his 1988 book. The writer describes the conditions which led to the unorganized strike by silk workers, who were subsequently supported by the IWW and intellectuals of the time. Full citation is provided for the book.
Filename: Silkstk.wps

Book Review / The Importance of Labor in the U.S. Economy
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This 4 page essay reviews Boyer, Boyer & Morais' book entitled "Labor's Untold Story." For the most part, the work discusses the important and ever-changing role that labor has played in the U.S. economy from the 19th century onward. No Bibliography.
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Braverman and Skill
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A 9 page paper which discusses the book, "'Labor and Monopoly Capital: The Degradation of Work in the Twentieth Century" by Harry Braverman in its approach to the subject of skill in relationship to technology and the workforce. Bibliography lists 5 additional sources.
Filename: RAbravrmn.wps

Bruce Springsteen's Serenade To Labor
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A 7 page paper relating the singer's songs to the plight of the Americal Labor Movement. Shortly after Billy Joel sang of the woes of 'Allentown,' the story of hard-working Pennsylvania steel mill employees in the early 1980s, Bruce Springsteen was making himself hugely rich and incomparably famous with some of the most overtly political music in pop history. In the mid-1990s, the Springsteen message has moved from the focus of the laid-off factory worker to that of the poor immigrant needing work in whatever form. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Can Economic Theory Explain Occupational Pay Diversity
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This 6 page paper responds to two general questions: Why do occupations that are more vital to the society paid so little, e.g., nursing, while occupations that are not as vital, such as financial advisors, paid so much more? Does economic theory explain this type of disparity in wages? The answer to the first question must look to reports and articles addressing the wage/salary disparity between men and women because the answer has to do with gender-based jobs. The answer to the second question is: Economic theory cannot explain this difference. In fact, the writer explains this situation defies economic theory. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Canada - Labor Issues
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This 8 page paper addresses this question: Should companies who profit from "slave labor' pay reparations? First, clarification, the term is used euphemistically, not literally. The topic deals with individuals who are paid below minimum wage without benefits or overtime. The essay first provides data reporting the numbers and percentage of persons who fit this description. Wal-Mart is used as an example of a company that perpetuates low wages. Even so, the writer argues against the reparation proposal and cites employment standard laws as justification for this position. Bibliography t 8 sources.
Filename: PGlwwg.rtf

Challenges of Investigating Workplace Accidents Involving Hispanics
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This 4 page paper discusses the high rate of Hispanic workplace deaths, and the problems associated with conducting an investigation into accidents involving Hispanic workers. Bibliography lists 5 sources
Filename: HVHspWrk.rtf

Changes In American Hotel Industry
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A 21 page research paper that is divided into two distinct parts: Part 1 discusses a history of American Labor Law and Part 2 discusses the Changes in the Labor Market. An overview of the major labor laws that would be applicable to the hotel and hospitality industry is provided beginning with the Fair Labor Standards Act and going through the Electronic Communications Privacy Act. The most often filed complaints in the hotel industry are those related to sex discrimination and sexual harassment. There have also been legal problems with the child labor laws. The second part includes, among other topics, the median ages in specific job categories, current employment and expected changes by 2008, changing labor market, and how to hire and retain good employees in the hotel industry. Significant amount of data included. 4 tables included. Bibliography lists 14 sources.
Filename: PGhotl.msw

Child Labor in Florida
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This 8 page paper looks at the labor laws in the nation, but focuses on Florida. Problems with violations are duly noted. Specific problems with farm workers are examined. Both state and federal laws are discussed. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: SA513Fla.rtf

Child Labor in India: Duties, Reasons, Impact, Conditions and Government Policy
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This is a 9 page paper discussing child labor in India. Child labor within India is said to include between 11 and 60 million children in underpaid, exploitive and hazardous conditions. While the majority of child laborers (78.67%) are involved in agricultural labor positions, most human rights organizations focus more so on the urban-based child laborers within the manufacturing sector as those children are more likely to be bonded. Mainly because of international pressure, the India government has imposed several child labor acts in which they tend to create the “world’s largest child labor elimination program”. However, since the Child Labor (Prohibition & Regulation) Act was legislated in 1986, little has been done to improve the child labor situation. In fact, because of the continued poverty rate at over 35% and the need for India to compete on international trade markets, the child labor industry has continued to flourish. Industries charged under child labor legislation pay minimal fines and many industries “hide” their laborers within small cottage communities which are not covered under the legislation. Within the last decade, various international organizations have reported on the appalling conditions of child labor within India but also report that the Indian government only reports 1981 census figures to keep the true numbers unknown which is why the estimates vary. Regardless of the reports however, the child labor and bonded industries continue within India in all industry sectors and will no doubt continue to remain despite international pressures because of ongoing poverty levels, tradition of the caste system and the country’s desire to remain competitive within the international market. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Collective Bargaining and the National Football League Strike
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This 13 page report discusses the 1987 National Football League strike. Numerous issues associated with labor negotiations are covered and then applied in terms of the issues between the National Football League and the NFL Players' Association. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: BWnflbar.rtf

Comparison of Labor Laws in Japan and the United States
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7 pages. This paper looks at labor laws in both the United States and Japan, comparing many aspects of each. Discussion includes major labor issues that face each country, the strength of labor unions in both countries, the government's involvement in labor unions and bargaining agreements. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: JGAjplbr.rtf

Comparison of the IBEW and CWA in New York
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A 5 page paper discussing IEBW Local 3 and CWA Local 1180. On a national level, the IBEW can be said to include members who work in all levels of electrical work regardless of application. The CWA also has members who work in low-voltage communications applications but expand to other forms of communication as well. The CWA Local 1180 consists primarily of city workers in various mayoral agencies and public services. Includes an outline. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: KS-IEBW3.wps

Competition Between Overlapping Unions: Attributed To The Ineffectiveness Of Trade Union World
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7 pages in length. According to industry critics, the competition that exists between and among overlapping unions can readily be attributed nearly one hundred percent to trade union ineffectiveness. The extent to which this might be true – and that union structure is still responsible for many problems within the trade union movement – speaks volumes with regard to the way organized labor has transcended its original objective nearly a century and a half ago. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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Construction Wages
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A 6 page research paper that explores the various factors that influence the rise and fall of wages for construction workers. Recently, these wages have risen after a 25 year decline. The writer explores why and whether or not this new trend is sustainable. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: khconwag.wps

Democratic Actions in the AFL-CIO
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20 pages in length. This research paper thoroughly discusses the events leading up to the change in the way the unions engage in politics and ultimately led to the first real democratic election of the AFL-CIO. Also discussed are the Wagner Act, early political activity in the unions and why unions teamed up briefly with the Republican party. Also explores and analyzes union democracy and the lack thereof. The decline in union membership is considered and the current changes within the AFL-CIO. Bibliography lists 14 sources.
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Depiction of Capitalism in Thomas Bell’s “Out of This Furnace: A Novel of Immigrant Labor in America”
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A 6 page paper which examines how the book condemns the fundamental underpinnings of capitalism, as articulated by third-generation Slovak Johnny “Dobie” Dobrejcak and its deepest implications, as conveyed through the major male characters and events that either support or refute this view. No additional sources are used.
Filename: TGfurnac.rtf

Differing Views on Politics and American Labor
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10 pages. This paper looks at the differing views of American labor by two authors, Taylor E. Dark and Max Green. The differing theses of these men's works focus on the nature of the American political and governmental institutions that influence how organized labor attempts to exert influence on the public making process. Also noted is the way in which fragmentation and the concentration of power dictate how labor in the policy making process impact public policy. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
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Dilemmas of the High-Tech Labor Market
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An 11 page paper discussing the problems organizations face in filling their high tech labor needs. Unemployment in the late 1990s has reached its lowest point in 28 years. It is difficult for any employer to find the right people to fill openings, but some observers claim that the shortage most greatly felt in the high tech industries even threaten continued local economic growth. Most organizations have Year 2000 concerns, but hiring for that reason represents only a small portion of current openings. Instead, more than half of all high tech openings have resulted from company growth, and more than half of those are in applications programming. The face of corporate operation is in flux and moving toward greater electronic dependency; corporate America has all it can do to keep up. Two charts. Bibliography lists 13 sources.
Filename: HTechLab.wps

Economic and Labor Responsibilities in Children in Rural Farm Families and Urban Working Class Children: Analysis of Articles by Parr, Sutherland and Bullen
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This is a 10 page paper discussing economic and labor responsibilities in children in rural farm families and urban working class children. Joy Parr’s chapter “Apprentice or Adopted” (1994) and Neil Sutherland’s chapter “The Working Lives of Modern Pioneers” (1997) tell of the work ethics, expectations, patriarchal control, family economic status, and gender role development in rural households and communities. Parr addresses the enterprising structure of families on farms which in addition to their gendered-role structure in which all members of families must contribute to the maintenance of the farm, also takes into account the position of immigrant children apprentices. While many farm children are unable to attend schools because of obligations on the farm, this is further diminished in regards to the immigrant children who have fewer educational opportunities than farm children. Sutherland’s work further argues the opportunities which are missed by rural children who are not always able to go to school because of work obligations on the farm. He argues that urban children, who do not have these same obligations, are therefore offered more educational opportunities and subsequent professional opportunities. John Bullen in his article “Hidden Workers: Child Labour and the Family Economy in Late Nineteenth-Century Urban Ontario” (1992) takes this argument one step further. While agreeing that rural children are at a disadvantage because of their labor obligations, so too are urban working class children who also live within family structures where every family member must contribute either in labor or wages in order to sustain the family lifestyle. In all cases, middle and upper class children who do not have the same labor obligations are given more educational, professional and social mobility opportunities in their stead. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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